Just a few hours south of wine country, Los Angeles is positioned for some of the best wine and food in the world.  Here are some of the very best wine bars.

Heritage Fine Wines

Don’t let the prime location fool you, Heritage Fine Wines is about great and friendly customer service. Heritage’s intimate space is idea to get an education in fine wines, with exceptional hospitality to boot. Owner Jordan Andrieu makes you feel right at home, that is if your home received a regular shipment of France’s famed Poilâne sourdough.

 

Westwood’s fundamental LA is stocked with affordable, obscure wines that pair well with the beautifully plated dishes. Purchase bottles to go or sign up for the monthly wine subscription program.

Highlighted as one of the few wine bars in the South Bay, Restoration Wine Bar is a cozy new addition to Old Torrance. Not only does the restaurant offer wines from around the world, but also showcases local Torrance craft beers.

A.O.C.

Caroline Styne has risen to become one of the top sommeliers in Los Angeles. A.O.C., which she co-owns with chef Suzanne Goin, is the duo’s love letter to the Mediterranean tapas bar. A.O.C. features a robust wine list that contains some all-stars along with more diverse varietals. Whichever glass you choose stands to pair well with Goin’s carefully sourced and prepared dishes. A.O.C.’s coveted courtyard seating is perfect for a summer afternoon rosé.

Augustine Wine Bar is a collaboration between Dustin Lancaster and Matthew Kaner of Bar Covell, and wine collector/musician David Gibbs. Augustine has a more modest list of labels than its relative Covell, but changes the game with an incredible vintage wine program. An amazing spot to find a 1937 Troisiemes Crus Bordeaux beside a non-vintage Rosé from Australia. Chef Evan Algorri (from New York City’s Bouley) has designed a seasonal bar food menu designed to pair and delight.

Bacaro’s specialty is unique wines. You’ll find small-batch labels from emerging markets like Morocco and Slovenia. The limited inventory creates a selection that is constantly changing. Bacaro also has a fresh, seasonal food menu of bistro-style favorites.