The Restaurant, formerly named The Lounge at DeLille Cellars, has worked extensively to build an acclaimed wine list as offering local draft beer and craft cocktails. We are honored to share that this year we were awarded the 2023 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence!
Over its two-year history, The Restaurant has curated an acclaimed wine list with over 150 bottle selections. In addition to offering DeLille Cellars wines, guests can experience wines that have inspired or are an alternative take on the winery’s own craft through a unique and explorative menu that highlights wines of “distinction” and “inspiration,” curated by restaurant General Manager James Dailey.
“We are honored to receive this esteemed recognition from Wine Spectator,” said James Dailey, General Manager of The Restaurant at DeLille Cellars. “Building a wine list for a restaurant is a challenging but rewarding task. It requires a balance of quality, diversity, and affordability, as well as a clear vision of the restaurant’s identity. A good wine list should complement the food, enhance the atmosphere, and satisfy the guests’ preferences and expectations. A great wine list should also educate, surprise, and delight the guests and make them want to come back for more.”
The Wine Spectator Award of Excellence recognizes restaurants whose wine lists feature a well-chosen assortment of quality producers along with a thematic match to the menu in both price and style. The Wine Spectator Award is a testament to The Restaurant’s unwavering commitment to excellence, as it joins an exclusive group of establishments worldwide that have been acknowledged for their outstanding wine programs.
“We are constantly humbled by the Wine Spectator and the scores our wines receive,” said Tom Dugan, CEO. “It’s an incredible honor to also have our Restaurant be recognized for our wine list in our third year of operation. This is a testament to our talented team and James’ relentless pursuit of a world-class wine list to accompany our wines and provide our guests with a remarkable hospitality experience.”
“We are honored to receive this esteemed recognition from Wine Spectator,” said James Dailey, General Manager of The Restaurant at DeLille Cellars. “Building a wine list for a restaurant is a challenging but rewarding task. It requires a balance of quality, diversity, and affordability, as well as a clear vision of the restaurant’s identity. A good wine list should complement the food, enhance the atmosphere, and satisfy the guests’ preferences and expectations. A great wine list should also educate, surprise, and delight the guests and make them want to come back for more.”
The Wine Spectator Award of Excellence recognizes restaurants whose wine lists feature a well-chosen assortment of quality producers along with a thematic match to the menu in both price and style. The Wine Spectator Award is a testament to The Restaurant’s unwavering commitment to excellence, as it joins an exclusive group of establishments worldwide that have been acknowledged for their outstanding wine programs.
At DeLille, our greatest win is seeing the joy when gathered around a table of great food, wine, and company. Our philosophy of “always seeking” encompasses our pursuit of excellence in the cellar the experiences we create for our guest. These comparative wine flights were chosen to showcase the breadth of our award-winning wine list. Through these flights, our guests can experience wines that have inspired or are an alternative take on the winery’s own craft through a unique and explorative menu that highlights wines from all over the world.
The Restaurant at DeLille Cellars is open Wednesday through Sunday, with expanded hours that include lunch starting at 11:00 AM, a happy hour menu at 2:30 PM, and dinner service at 5:00 PM. For more information about The Restaurant at DeLille Cellars and its award-winning wine list, please visit www.delillecellars.com/restaurant.
