“Natural wine†is easy to come by in recent years. The colorful wine labels and the color of the wine add to the flavor of the food just by looking at them. In general wine, yeast is added for fermentation during the brewing process, or a small amount of sulfur dioxide is added to prevent oxidation. “Natural wine†goes further from “organic wine,†which excludes compounds from the grape production process, such as chemical fertilizers and pesticides It is a wine made without adding any artificial additives during winemaking. Since artificial elements must be completely excluded, it takes more balls than regular wine. However, it has the advantage of being able to drink comfortably because it is heavy and not thick by minimizing chemical ingredients. From charming spaces that transform into wine bars in the evening to places with the largest selection of natural wines in the country! Here are 5 best natural wine bars, a new wine trend.
1. 'Sloke' on Gyeongridan-gil, a wine bar for those new to natural wine
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“Slokeâ€, located underground near Noksapyeong Station, is a new wine sea that opened less than a month ago. The cute logos drawn on the store entrance, windows, and wine glasses are friendly even to those who are new to wine. The wines that fill the cupboards are all natural wines, with a detailed list of white, red, rose, and orange. The food to be prepared is prepared in the form of simple tapas that goes well with wine. In particular, “Peach and pecan topped with mascarpone cream†is a menu of seasonal white beans topped with soft mascarpone cream, and is a savory pecan's It is popular because of its added texture and sweetness that makes you feel like eating a dessert .
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â–² Location: 3-3 Noksapyeong-daero 40ga-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
▲ Business hours: 11:30 on weekdays — 22:00, Saturday 11:30 — 21:00, closed on Sundays
â–² Price: peach topped with mascarpone cream, pecans 8,000 won, manchego, cheddar fries, and pepperdue Sauce 10,000 won
â–² Review (Shikigami Sloke): It was the first place I tasted natural wine. The label is pretty, and the sentimental text is written on the side of the wine, so I can just imagine the taste. The food was also affordable and simple, so it went well with wine.
2. “Bar Picnic†in Hoehyeon, the mecca of natural wine
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“Bar Picnic†is located on the first floor of the complex cultural space “Picnic†located in Hoehyeon. A space operated as a “cafe picnic †during the day is operated by “Zero Complex†as a natural wine bar. The colorful chandelier lights on the long wooden table create a luxurious atmosphere. It is the place that sells the largest number of natural wines in the country and boasts a wine list of over 150 varieties. Ordered wine is served with instructions, so even people who don't know much about wine can enjoy it casually. The prepared menu consists of an average of 10,000 won, excluding the “Korean beef steak,†so it's a great place to order a variety of things. Please note that the menu is served differently depending on the ingredients prepared each day.
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â–² Location: 30, Toegye-ro 6ga-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
▲ Business hours: 18:00 — 24:00 every day, closed on Mondays
â–² Price: Egg mimosa 11,000 won, onion pie 12,000 won
â–² Review (Shikigin Pak Cavi Bo-chan): Zero-complex food at a reasonable price Being able to eat it with wine is a blessing. I don't know, but I think natural wine has its own charm. It's a place I want to visit often.
3. The double charm of day and night, 'TBD' in Seongsu-dong
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“TBD†is a place where you can enjoy sandwiches and coffee during the day and wine and dining in the evening. The table and chairs arranged neatly in line with the glass window create a modern feel. In the evening, cozy lighting and table candles add to the atmosphere. The signature dinner menu is “arancini,†which has a crispy texture made by deep-frying risotto with saffron and carrots in a cardaf. You can enjoy it gently with avocado aioli sauce. With the exception of house wine, all of the wines prepared are natural wines, and a rare wine list is also included. There is also a set menu where you can enjoy sandwiches and drip coffee at reasonable prices during the day.
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â–² Location: 6 Yeonmujang-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul
▲ Business hours : 12:00 — 24:00, B/T 15:00 — 18:00
â–² Price: Arancini 17,000 won, sandwich and coffee 10,000 won
â–² Review (5 Shikigami Minions): I remember that the people who worked were so kind. As the sun goes down, the light decreases and it gets darker, so the atmosphere is even better. Next time, I'll visit during the day and try sandwiches .
4. “Urban Farm Table†in the shrine, a dish that connects the farm and customers
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“Urban Farm Table†is a one-table restaurant. It is a place where you can enjoy dishes made with only seasonal ingredients harvested from your own garden or brought in through direct sales with the farm. Write down the names of natural wines that are good to drink with food, so even people who have trouble choosing a wine can easily choose It's there. The signature menu, the “Full Mine Tasting Menu,†defines all the menus prepared by the chef, such as amuse bush being prepared at the same time as the order is placed It's a course meal that you can enjoy just like dining. It also comes with 4 glasses of natural wine. Please note that the menu structure and prices may change due to the reopening on August 25 after a month-long reorganization period .
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â–² Location: 46 Sadang-ro 23-gil, Dongjak-gu, Seoul
▲ Opening hours: 18:00 — 22:00 every day
â–² Price: Full Mine Lunch Menu 125,000 won
â–² Testimonial (memories123): They say they try all the natural wines recommended by the chef themselves. I was amazed once again that they even thought about this kind of harmony when they added recommended wines to the flavors that brought out each ingredient.
5. Parisian wine bar, 'Wendy & Bread' in Yeonnam-dong
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'Wendy & Bread' is a rooftop wine bar located on the 3rd floor of a cafe building in a residential area in Yeonnam-dong. Passing through a steep steel staircase, you'll be greeted by a pastel-toned gate. The signature menu is “ragu pasta†made with homemade ragu sauce. It has a deep umami flavor and boasts a fantastic pairing with wine. The wines that are prepared are mainly natural wines , and each table is decorated with a unique color. Each time the wine is ordered, it is served in glasses of different shapes and sizes. Reservations can be made the day before. 1 wine (glass) per person is required. You can check the official Instagram for store-related announcements, so it's a good idea to check before visiting .
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â–² Location: 190-11 Seongmisan-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
â–² Business hours: Tuesday to Saturday 14:00 – 22:00, closed on Sunday and Monday
â–² Price: Ragu Pasta 23,000 won, Wen & B plate 17,000 won
▲ Review (Shikigami Green Apple Pencil): I had to make a reservation on Instagram, but I was surprised because it was on a first-come, first-served basis. There are also many people who come here to drink together! The atmosphere is cozy and bright. It was nice to be able to experience rosé wine, and the exquisite baguette was really delicious. I'm going to try mixed martial arts next time too.