For the past few years, the term “natural wine” has carved itself a larger spot in our daily vernacular as well as on restaurants’ menus. The natural wine phenomenon is nothing new but its “rebirth” and its newfound popularity is. This latest buzzword designates wines that have been grown and processed with minimal intervention and no added chemicals. Instead of trying to control nature, natural wine producers embrace and work with it. This produces wines that are a true representation of their unique terroir.
The natural wave hit Montréal a few years ago and the city has since become one of the best in the world to enjoy these funky wines. Several restaurants in town boast a great carte de vins natures that are fun to explore.
Pastaga is one of the first restaurants in Montréal to popularize natural wines since it’s opening in 2011. The opening of its sister restaurant and wine shop Cul Sec located around the corner, has consolidated the natural wine love affair these two spots have going.
Vin Papillon’s sommelière Vanya Filipovic’s passion for great wines and fantastic winemakers is evident in the care and research that goes in the creation of the restaurant’s outstanding wine menu.
As one of the best wine bars in Montreal, Pullman knows its way around natural wines and has transferred that passion to its new sister restaurant and pizzeria, Moleskine.
FoodLab’s sommelière Maude Rochette is more interested in the stories behind the wines when compiling her list comprised of small winemakers who are respectful of their terroir.
It is only legitimate that Hotel Herman’s stunning décor and elegant food be matched by an exceptional natural wine list spanning all colours from rosé to orange to reds.
Laloux may be 30 years old but there’s nothing old school about this elegant restaurant. Both the food and wine menus are contemporary and cater to a discerning and clientele that has been loyal to this Pine Avenue establishment for years.
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Lawrence’s reputation as one of the best restaurants in Montreal has been set in stone for the past few years. The Mile End restaurant also boasts a great wine list with many natural wine option to pair with its nose to tail market cuisine.
Restaurant Manitoba’s slogan claims “a taste of nature in our glasses” which is reflected in their carefully curated natural wine menu that beautifully pairs with their nature-inspired menu and “taste of the forest in our plates”.
Comptoir vins et charcuteries’s selection of natural wines is the perfect pairing with their housemade charcuteries and simple yet flavourful market cuisine that’s become a favourite among Montrealers in search of a great meal.
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Located in the heart of Quartier des spectacles, Accord le Bistro is open from noon until late at night and serves a contemporary cuisine and an extensive natural wine menu. It’s the perfect stop for lunch, dinner or a glass of wine before or after a show.
There are many other Montréal restaurants with great selections of natural wines on their menus including Candide, Chez Victoire and Les cavistes.
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