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Brian Martin of Portland's Vigne wine bar agrees that the United States has "stepped up" its wine sophistication in recent years in step with the public's desire for increased quality in food and beverages. "Beer and hard liquor are recipe-driven and don't engage the intellect like wine does. The existence of wine bars speaks to a void that exists for those not wishing to be enveloped by the martini-bar fad." Vigne offers more than 800 wines by the bottle, weekly flights and monthly tastings, encompassing a wide variety of regions, producers and grapes.
But stats and demographics aside, the simple fact is, wine bars are increasing in popularity because they're engaging and entertaining on several levels. "Wine bars give people a focus to their socializing: You're not just drinking, you're learning," says Bernosky. "Wine and food are presented in a way that makes dining an adventurous experience."
About the Author:
Tiffany Owens is a freelance writer and avid wine and culinary enthusiast whose move to Portland, Ore., last year coincided with a desire to be in closer proximity to some of the country's finest produce and Pinot Noirs.
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