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Best of Chicago
When you live in the heart of Chicago at River North Park, you want to experience everything the city has to offer. That includes the aquarium, the Navy Pier and, of course, the nightlife. If you are looking for an after-work or late evening tipple, consider these hot wine bars—and don’t worry, you don’t need to be an expert to enjoy.
WEBSTER’S WINE BAR
Ask many people which wine bar to go to in Chicago, and they will come up with the recently relocated Webster’s. With a global list that includes more wines by the glass than some offer by the bottle, Webster’s is the perfect place to explore the different. An Austrian red? Why not. How about a “Skin Contact White” – orange-colored, and from Slovenia, not a country most know for its wine. Your beer drinking friends will enjoy homebrews from all over the country and Spanish cider.
ROOTSTOCK WINE & BEER BAR
The space Webster’s vacated is now opened by the often overlooked Rootstock. It was the only wine bar in Chicago to make the top 50 bars in Chicago Magazine last year. A full dinner menu changes daily, whilst the beautifully-curated wine list includes German whites and well-chosen South American reds. Ever had Greek wine? It’s surprisingly good, especially the full-bodied reds. The beer list is almost as extensive with brews from Austria and Germany, as well as all over the States, including multiple ciders and a good selection of the hard stuff.
ENO
Don’t let the fact that it’s in a hotel put you off this romantic wine tasting room located in the InterContinental on Michigan Avenue. Great for after work with a 4 to 6 p.m. happy hour, and if you would care to work on those sommelier chops, they offer tasting classes and wine flights. Be aware that their wine bucket list can cost more than a bottle—but is worth it for gorgeous Bordeaux varietals and fine Italian pours. They also have a good list of sherry, port and Madeira for liquid dessert.
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