#winestation

I was born, raised and have lived in the Chicagoland area my entire life.  This city that I love, minus the winters, has everything a great city should have.  I felt that until I really started to get into wine.  As part of the experiences I am looking to share, is my hope to find more of what Chicago has to offer in terms of wine.  This will range in all types of experiences regardless of budget, neighborhood, or wine preference.  

Joe’s Wine Cellar, located in the Wicker Park neighborhood, is a small retail shop that also offers a place to sample wines and small bites.  In warmer weather, Joe’s takes advantage of the large sidewalks along Division Street with outdoor seating and plenty of people watching.  Inside, the store has a small collection of wines from around the world.  In an effort to get people to explore new wines from different regions and types, Joe’s has 6 Winestation® machines serving up to 24 wines in either a sample, half glass or full glass offering.  Wines are changed periodically and all available for purchase.  

I enjoy this place for the relaxed environment, simple self service and variety of wines.  If you want to enjoy a single glass, sample several tastings of sets of whites and reds or anything in between, it is all done at your pace.  Trying new varietals and regions and having those options available for purchase is great for bringing wine to parties, dinners, etc.  In addition, the pricing of the wines offered is typically in the range of less than $20 to $40.  I would recommend this place to anyone in the Wicker Park neighborhood.  

Joe’s Wine Cellar can be found at 

www.joeswinecellar.com

2108 W Division Street (Wicker Park)