Wine Lover's Guide

This handsome Fort Greene hangout offers tasting flights to accompany a range of distinctive cheeses and small plates.

This Sardinian tapas joint's initials stand for Denominazione di Origine Controllata--the top-tier designation of Italian wines.

Guests sip reasonably priced vintages in the garden, at the oyster bar or in the vintage-furnished dining room.

Clinton Hill's Tuscan bistro hosts seasonal wine tasting dinners that highlight regional makers.

Of the 30-plus wines by the glass, the spicy syrah and Spanish tempranillo are your best bargains.