Celebrate National Wine Day in the South Bay

Friday, May 25 is National Wine Day. Pop open that special bottle you have in your closet. Even better, why not visit a wine bar and try a vintage you’ve never experienced before. Consider trying the many foreign varietals like a French Bordeaux, an Italian Borolo or a Spanish Tempranillo.

Some of the many wines at Bacchus in Manhattan Beach

Here are some interesting South Bay venues to try that special wine: 

El Segundo, CA

If you live in the South Bay, there is the reliable Paul Martin’s in El Segundo. They are best known for their wood fired steaks, seafood and salads, but they also have a very good selection of fine wines. Now is the time to try that special wine from Rombauer or Frog’s Leap. On May 25, all of their wines are 50% off!

Paul Martin’s American Grill, 2361 Rosecrans Ave, El Segundo, CA 90245
Paulmartinsamericangrill.com

Manhattan Beach

I enjoy supporting small businesses because it is a way to support the local economy. Barsha is run by the husband and wife team of Adnen & Lenora Marouani and probably is best described as a wine and tapas bar. Their housemade small bites are tasty, but best of all, they have an eclectic set of wines on tap available by the glass. Come in to try a flight of wines.  

Barsha, 917 N. Sepulveda Blvd. Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
barshawines.com

Located on Manhattan Ave in Manhattan Beach, is a cozy storefront called Bacchus Wines Made Simple. They are a family-owned bottle shop that features boutique fine wines and daily tastings. In addition to familiar American wines, they also stock wines from South Africa, Portugal, Chile and Australia to name a few.

Bacchus Wines, 1000 Manhattan Ave, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Baccuswinesla.com

Hermosa Beach

Uncorked Hermosa has been around since 2011 and has been a local Hermosa favorite for wine tasting. Wines are affordably price and available for tasting. Wine flights are available and they try to accommodate special requests. It is a fun way to begin an evening in Hermosa Beach.

Uncorked Hermosa, 302 Pier Ave, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
uncorkedhermosa.com

Redondo Beach

Tucked away in Redondo Beach’s Riviera Village is a wine bar named Friends of the Vine. They offer a very good selection of top tier wines. This place is best for people that like to converse over a great glass of wine.

Friends of the Vine, 221 Avenida Del Norte, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
friendsofthevine.net