Have You Been To Massachusetts ONLY Self-Serve Wine Bar? You’ll Find It Here

Frustrated with trying to get a bartender's attention to get your glass of Savignon Blanc? Or maybe you feel like you're a pain when you ask to sample a wine you're not sure of. Well, get in line. There's a place in Plymouth that has wine pouring out of machines, for you to sample. There are only a few of these kinds of wine bars in the entire country. Have you been to Massachusetts ONLY self-serve wine bar? You'll find it HERE. 

Uva Wine Bar, located right on Main Street in downtown Plymouth, is an innovative spot dispensing wine samples from around the world. As CBS News Boston recently reported, the concept from owners Katy Thayer and Michelle Manware came after a trip to the Caribbean. The 2 friends from the South Shore discovered the unique concept bar there and thought it was too good to be true. It's like having the world at your fingertips. Wines from all over the planet just a push of a button away to try.

Katy and Michelle told WBZ TV, "We just kind of looked at each other, and said, 'We love these machines. We love this concept, our friends love wine.' We were like, 'We're going to do it!" With this system you have the opportunity to try something you likely wouldn't have. Think of it as high tech tastings. The machines dispense 2 ounce pours for sampling until you find "the one." No whining here! Every customer at Uva Wine Bar gets a wine card that "controls the wine pouring while keeping their tab," according to the news station. Enjoy a wide variety of all kinds of wines from reds to rosés and whites.

Have you been to Massachusetts only self-serve wine bar? You'll find it here, in the heart of Plymouth at 46 Main Street. And not to worry, there is also food served. Pair your wine or craft beer  to with bites from charcuterie boards to flatbread pizza and desserts. If you have a special event coming up, consider renting the space at Uva Wine Bar, just visit their website for more. 

Watch the WBZ TV video to get a look inside!

Today is national wine day. To celebrate, we'll highlight three Massachusetts wine establishments you need to know about.

In Boston, there are plenty of options to indulge in your wine cravings. Whether it is pairing your favorite glass with a delicious meal in the North End or frequenting one the best wine bars. Rooftop gatherings are also popular wine spots. With the weather warming up, the city provides an excellent backdrop for a few sips at golden hour.

Furthermore, there are numerous wineries in Massachusetts. Some of these small businesses, like Nantucket Vineyard (Cisco), distribute throughout the New England region, while others remain local to New England only. Massachusetts is also the home state of operations like the Boston Showcase Company. They have a long history of designing and distributing products like wine glasses to restaurants in bulk.

In addition, it has become common for wine to be available at stadium events. Fenway Park, TD Garden, Gillette Stadium and all major concert venues offer a wine variation at their ticketed events.

Earlier this year, Forbes published a detailed report on the positive projections for the wine industry in 2023. "U.S. Wine Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report by Project,” sales of wine (domestic and imported) topped $66.97 billion, with table wines dominating, followed by sparkling wines (most domestic), whose projected sales will rise 7.7% from 2022 to 2030 and the U.S. wine market size is expected to reach USD 115.03 billion by 2030," the article quotes.

You can locally partake in national wine day in various ways. Options include simply uncorking your favorite bottle at home, venturing out to a winery, or simply showing your support through ordering online.

In our list highlighting Massachusetts wine establishments to know about, we touch upon three different fields.

Located on Cape Cod between the bay and the Atlantic Ocean, Truro Vineyard opened under new ownership in 2007. They are family-owned and operated. The vineyard itself dates back to 1992, however. They produce and offer four different red wines and three white wines. They have a lighthouse wine series, plus special seasonal releases. You can visit Truro Vineyard seven days a week.

"Located in Boston, the Urban Grape is one of the most successful and award-winning wine stores in America. UG is a Black-owned and woman-owned small business dedicated to building community through beverage," their website states. They offer a popular wine club, all run out of their Boston location. The wine club comes with a monthly subscription option, where numerous select bottles are shipped right to you. The Urban Grape also has a connoisseur club option for those looking for a deeper knowledge of higher-end wines.

City Winery perfectly combines a love of wine with entertainment. This restaurant also serves as a live music venue. They are part of the City Winery chain with similar establishments in other major cities (such as New York and Nashville). They source their grapes from over 30 vineyards around the world. Their food menu also is designed to pair well with the numerous wine options they pour onsite. The Boston City Winery is near the North End and TD Garden. They offer private events, tastings, and full service at their ticketed entertainment shows.