Wine Lover's Guide

The area's preeminent all-Spanish wine list includes plenty of rich Riojas, plus award-winning Sangria that's guaranteed "to make you forget."

Fiona Hamersley's nationally acclaimed wine list encourages experimentation, as many varieties are available by the half-bottle and glass.

Housed in an encyclopedia-like book, Meritage's epic wine list includes many of the Boston Wine Festival's past and present participants.

Stylish suburban eatery impresses with a well-chosen, thoroughly international wine list.

French wine fans head to this Central Square bistro for a list that incorporates wines from France's finest small producers.

Vinalia's wine bar holds affordable weekly tastings on Wednesdays at 6pm--$15 for three glasses of wine, plus appetizers.

Nudge aside the Financial District's power brokers and visit Radius's stylish bar to sample from its nationally recognized wine list.

The South End's top date spot pairs a handsome wine bar with gourmet, house-cured meats.

Troquet's attractive wine bar pours dozens of varieties in two-ounce increments--ideal for those new to the wine scene.

Check out the bar's various wines on tap (yes, tap), then head to the sun-splashed patio for some primo people-watching.