Spuntino Wine Bar & Italian Tapas

The wine list at Spuntino lands like a serious statement — 350 to 500 bottles deep, anchored in Italy and California, and curated with enough intention that you know someone actually cares. Dim lighting, exposed brick, and a list that could occupy you for a full evening before the arancini even arrive. This is not an accident.

Italy is the backbone here, and it's built properly: Barolo from Borgogno, Ceretto, and Marchesi di Barolo; Brunello from Banfi and Caparzo; Super Tuscans including Sassicaia and Tignanello; Amarone; Chianti Classico Riserva. California holds its own with Napa Cabernets from Jordan and Stag's Leap alongside Rombauer and Far Niente on the white side. The dual focus makes sense — Italian cuisine, Italian wine depth, plus the California pours that Long Island diners actually order. Gaps elsewhere are real but forgivable given how well the two anchor regions are executed.

With 30 to 50 options by the glass, this program runs deeper than almost anything you'll find in the suburbs. Prices run $12 to $20, which is reasonable given the quality level on offer and the sheer rotation available. An active Wednesday half-price wine night means the by-the-glass program has a built-in reason to return mid-week.