The wine list. Such an important part of any truly good dining experience. As a sommelier myself I could quite happily spend hours immersed in a good list, which can be rather unsociable at times, but to me the wine list is slightly more important than the menu.
So much thought and time goes into a good wine list and so many factors make it either good or bad. Is it easy to read? Is there good selection? Does it suit the cuisine that it is supporting? Is there varietal expression? Does it cover all price brackets? I could go on and on!
I have just taken over the wine list at Bloodwood Restaurant and Bar and I am completely changing the definition – showcasing only organic, bio-dynamic and certified sustainable wines. Bloodwood itself is very sustainable in its practices. The chefs use and support local small business and up and coming designer Matt Woods has a Masters in sustainable design, which is obvious throughout the venue with his use of recycled materials.
Rather that pushing the list towards a particular region or country by focusing on organic and biodynamic wines, we can drink and enjoy some great wines from all parts of the world and do our little tiny bit for the environment.
So watch this space there are going to some very kissable wine reviews over the next few weeks.
Come down and see Mistress of the Vine in action at Bloodwood Restaurant and Bar ( 416 King Street Newtown, Sydney).
Come watch the transformation of the wine list!
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Mistress of the Vine 