9 Great Places For All The Snooty Wine Buffs To Score The Finest Wines In Town!

'Wining and Dining' is more than just a term used the world over. Wine is a kind of beverage that is best enjoyed slowly whilst using all your five senses. Today, there are so many varieties of wines manufactured all across the world that you would be spoilt for choice! Delhi, too, has a host of places serving excellent wines in Delhi vying for your attention!

1. Le Cirque

Le Cirque is a favourite destination for the fine diners as well as the wine lovers. The restaurant has one of the best wine lists in the city with over 80 labels of Italian wines and 100 labels of French wines that are sourced from the world over. While enjoying your wine, you can pair it with some great French & Italian delicacies. Do try their Baron Philippe de Rothschild Merlot 2012.

Where | Le Cirque - The Leela Palace, Diplomatic Enclave, Chanakyapuri
Price | Rs 800 Onwards
Timings | 7 - 11:45 PM
Call Them | +91 11 3933 1390
Check Out Their FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/lecirquenewdelhi/

2. Diva Restaurants

The brainchild of Ritu Dalmia, Diva Restaurants is known for serving authentic Italian delicacies which will transport you to the homes of Italy itself. Since it is attached to a Café it offers a classic and a café menu. Most of their wine collection consists of Italian wines and they hold over 1000 bottles in their wine cellar. Do try the Tenuta dell'Ornellaia Masseto from Tuscany, Italy.

Where | Diva Restaurants - M-8A, M Block Market, GK II
Price | Rs 550 Onwards
Timings | 12:30 – 11:30 PM
Call Them | +91 11 3923 5623
Check Out Their FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/divarestaurants/

3. Indian Accent

Indian Accent runs under the capable hands their award-winning chef - Manish Mehrotra. Here you can expect an inventive fusion Indian menu that is sure to take you on a unique culinary journey. U.K’s celebrated wine consultant, Charles Metcalfe has developed a wine list to complement the cuisine. They offer an a la carte and a chef’s tasting menu with an option of 5 (75 ml) glasses of wine pairing.

Where | Indian Accent - The Lodhi, Lodhi Road
Price | Rs 650 Onwards
Timings | 12 Noon – 10:30 PM
Call Them | +91 9871 117 968
Check Out Their FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/indianaccentrestaurant/

4. The Wine Company

The Wine Company in Cyber Hub has grabbed the attention of most foodies & wine lovers around the capital. Their indubitable niche is the fact that they have an extensive collection of over 350+ wines from over 70 countries; successfully becoming a city-attraction of sorts! Wine drinkers can rejoice here with a multiplicity of blends available. Do try their Italian white wine, the Opera Pinot Chardonnay which is an absolute knockout!

Where | The Wine Company - 22-23, DLF Cyber Hub, DLF Cyber City, Gurgaon
Price | Rs 450 Onwards
Timings | 12:30 PM – 1 AM
Call Them | +91 9643 331 098
Check Out Their FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/TheWineCompanyIndia/

5. La Brezza

Located in Jaypee Greens and Spa is an Italian wine-bar par excellence. The ambience of the bar is unforgettable. At this wine bar, you can enjoy the best of the world while having a great view of the green golf course (the bar has floor length windows). They have Bordeaux, Burgundies and other great French wines in their cellar. Visit the place for great food, great views and most importantly great wines.

Where | La Brezza - Jaypee Greens Golf And Spa Resort, Surajpur Kasna Road, Greater Noida
Price | Rs 500 Onwards
Timings | 7 – 11:30 PM
Call Them | +91 120 6743 000
Check Out Their FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/JaypeeHotels/

6. SET’Z

Set’z houses seven distinct interactive kitchens – Northern Indian, Thai, Chinese, Coastal Indian, Arabic, European & Japanese with a large landscaped area in the centre. Its distinct design features a bar lounge, a walk-in wine cellar, a central dining area including private & semi-private rooms and a fascinating terrace. The wine cellar stocks over 1600 bottles including the best of New World wines. For a superlative ambience and great food, head over!

Where | SET’Z - 3rd Floor, DLF Emporio, Nelson Mandela Marg, Vasant Kunj
Price | Rs 900 Onwards
Timings | 12 Noon – 12 midnight
Call Them | +91 11 4311 9998
Check Out Their FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/SetzDlfEmporio/

7. 24/7 Restaurant

24/7 at The Lalit is a great place for all those who want to enjoy premium wines. This bar is open 24 hours a day so you can come in any time and enjoy a great glass of wine. Their contemporary décor will make you feel comfortable and cosy. You can also have a look at their walk-in wine cellar. They have live music and it is a great place to unwind after a hectic day's work.

Where | 24/7 Restaurant - The Lalit, Barakhamba Avenue, CP
Price | Rs 900 Onwards
Timings | 24*7
Call Them | +91 8826 998 393
Check Out Their FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/247RestaurantNewDelhi/

8. 1911 Bar

This bar is extraordinary in ambience as here you can lay back and enjoy your wines whilst sinking into the soft leather chairs. They also have a good selection of red wines- Virginie de Valandraud Grand Cru Classe (1999) and Sicilia Nero d’Avola “Deliella” IGT Principi di Butera (2001). The wine here is quite expensive but when you consider the atmosphere, service and the great wine list, it is worth every penny.

Where | 1911 Bar - The Imperial Hotel, Tolstoy Marg, Janpath
Price | Rs 600 Onwards
Timings | 11:45 AM – 12:45 AM
Call Them | +91 11 4111 6604
Check Out Their FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/ImperialDelhi/

9. Perch

With a pretty font spelling out its name, the Perch sits comfortably in the busy lanes of Khan Market. Serving mainly European food and an impressive wine menu, Perch could make its way into the hearts of the connoisseurs out there. Their Coffee Sangria is our personal favourite and it's one of the reasons why you should go try out Perch. A meal for two will cost you approximately Rs 2,500.

Where | Perch - Khan Market & Vasant Vihar
Price | Rs 325 Onwards
Timings | 8 AM - 12 Midnight
Call Them | +91 8373 976 637
Check Out Their FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/perchindelhi/

So whatcha waiting for? Call your gang and chat the breezy night away over a glass of wine!