The Wine Scene in Boston

[Michael M]

I have a few possible transfers in the works and one of them is Boston. I'm currently in Chicago which doesn't really have a great wine scene - some restaurants have great lists, but wine isn't in really in the community consciousness. What's Boston like in your opinion?

[Chris Amirault]

Perhaps the silence speaks, eh?

I'd give the folks at Brix a call and ask them what they think. It's a great shop and they'd have a sense of the wine scene for sure. You might also call some of the tried-and-true restaurants (I'd start with No. 9 Park) and talk to the sommeliers there.

[Michael M]

Thanks for the info, and the link. Can it be as bad as Chicago? Maybe all the Bostoners are busy sipping their summer Ugni Blancs...

[Timh]

If your into Italian its better than average, French is average, Cali is hit and miss, as well as overpriced.

[Timh]

I guess I should be more specific. The city has a few aggressive wine programs, and not neccesarily with the food to match. There are ,according to my friend a wine purveyor, some very good places in the surrounding burbs that offer interesting options with food to match.

Edited August 3, 2008 by Timh (log)

[Chris Amirault]

Which are...?

[Timh]

Campania in Waltham, Tomasso's in Southborough, Alta Strada in Wellesley, as well as Via Matta in the city. Butcher Shop for unusual finds.

This is subjective though. I happen to like the food at these places also.

Edited August 7, 2008 by Timh (log)