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Refucilo Winery

4.9 (63 reviews)
Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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Spirited R.

We were on our way to a Steelers preseason game when we passed by Refucilo Winery, a place we hadn't visited in a while. On a whim, I suggested we stop in. As we walked in, the staff mentioned that they rarely see Steelers fans come by before a game. I joked that we're a bit classic and prefer wine over beer. The visit started with a fascinating story I already knew. The owners have a winery in Mendoza, Argentina--a spot on our travel wish list. They own 5 acres of vineyards where they make and bottle the wine, then ship it to Pittsburgh. The owner, who happens to be a doctor in Pittsburgh, chose this location to bring a taste of Argentina to the North Side of the city. Everyone was incredibly welcoming. I opted for a glass of Malbec and asked which vintage was better. The server said both were excellent, so I chose the 2015. It had notes of blackberry, cherry, currant, plum, and raspberry, but the most intriguing aroma was a hint of something meaty. My wife went with the Sauvignon Blanc, which she enjoyed; it had lovely lemon-lime aromas, citrus notes, and a creamy finish. As we were sitting, the staff, including the owner, Juan, came out to chat. We got a good laugh when he told me that the chef in the back thought I was Ben Roethlisberger. Juan was very friendly and recommended I try something special--a 2018 Malbec Reserve. It was delicious, with a lighter body and fruity notes of vanilla, raspberry, blueberry, and plum. I loved it and would have bought a bottle, but we were heading to the game. Juan also had my wife sample a wine that smelled sweet but was on the drier side, though I can't recall the name. We talked a bit more about the wines, and he mentioned that the 2018 Malbec requires a lot of rain and that they plant the vines up to three feet deep to make it work. This visit was an unexpected delight, and I'm eager to return. I'd love to sit down and pick Juan's brain on wine. We're so glad we decided to stop in and can't wait to go back soon.

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Nina B.

Adorable little winery on the Northside. This was my first time here and I came for a bridal shower. The staff working was so friendly and helpful. The space was perfect for a small gathering. I am gluten free and could not try the empanadas but they seemed to be a huge hit with the group!

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Zack B.

Is it really an update if your score is still the same? I have to champion these people all day every day. Juan and Cecilia, their fried up front and everyone who works for them are the most genuine, kind, funny and knowledgeable people and the Tapas are always amazing. Everything comes out piping hot too. The one slight knock on them is that, on the food menu, they've gone back and forth on including how many empanadas or bacon wrapped dates, for example are in a serving and considering you order by serving, I feel like that's generally helpful knowledge. If you're in Pittsburgh, near north side, Come here!

Vicky B.

Came here with a group of 6 and they were able to accommodate us by pushing two tables together. There's a good selection of wines by the glass, and tapas. On the tapas menu, "serving" = 1 piece. So come for snacks and a drink, but don't expect to get filled up. When we came on a Friday night they had live music going on outside, and some tables setup to watch it. Atmosphere is cool, and the wine and food all tasted great too.

Wine menu; table on the back patio
Samantha L.

I had no idea this quaint little winery on Western Ave existed but I'm so excited that it does! I visited Refucilo on a Friday evening and sat on the back patio, it was fairly busy but my friend and I were able to get a table right away. The owners and staff were so sweet and attentive, stopping by our table a few times to see how we liked everything! We tried a few different red wines and appetizers and they were all delicious! The apps/tapas were also really affordable compared to other wineries I've eaten at as well. We didn't get a flatbread but overheard a man at the table next to us saying that he would pay double the cost of the prosciutto flatbread to eat it again, it was that good!! Anyway, highly recommend this spot.

Flatbread
Kristina W.

Refucilo winery is the perfect destination for girls night out or date night. Their wines, imported from Argentina, are absolutely delicious. I was so impressed by the quality of the wine and handmade empanadas. 3 rounds later I was taking 3 bottles home with me! I really enjoyed experiencing Refuclio and witnessing the family & staff's passion. They were so hospitable. I loved hearing about the wine making process and seeing pictures from the vineyard. You can tell that this is the family's & staff's passion. I look forward to visiting again. Maybe I'll even try salsa night!

These cheese empanadas were the star of the evening food-wise. I've been dreaming of them since.
Angie C.

What a little gem Refucilo is. They're located on the North Side but their vineyard is in Mendoza's Uco Valley, surrounded by the Andes Mountains. I tried a flight of their thoughtfully crafted Argentinian wines and especially enjoyed the fruity 2017 Pinot Noir and single vineyard Malbec, one of the varieties this region is most known for. I proceeded to order full glasses of those, and take a bottle of the Pinot home with me. Refucilo has a fantastic tapas menu headlined by their delectable housemade empanadas. I had a few of these! I also had a stuffed mushroom with peppers and onions, and a cherry crumble dessert. Also at our table were flatbreads, hummus...lots of vegetarian options, which I appreciated. There's a bar seating area and a couple of more private seating areas you can call to reserve if you're coming in with a group. There is an outdoor patio for nice weather, too, and they host live entertainment there. Really nice people here, and they are turning out some excellent wine.

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Kelly C.

Such a great little wine bar! Juan and Cecilia put so much into this business. It's a smaller place, with an patio out back. The staff are all attentive and make sure we had everything we needed. There is plenty of street parking in this cute little neighborhood. Love going here for a drink or some delicious empanadas. And this is such a cute place to take out of town guests.

Tapas
Rachel T.

I love everything about this quaint little winery on the Northside. Juan, Cecilia, Robert, and Christian are so knowledgeable, and make you feel so welcome. I discovered this winery when I went for their grand opening a few years ago. They own a winery in the Uco Valley in Argentina, and sell the wines in this tasting room in Pittsburgh. The Grand Reserve and Malbec are my favorites. They have mostly dry wines and offer flights, glasses, and bottles. I have stopped in several times since the grand opening and I am definitely a fan! They serve amazing homemade empanadas too! The cheese empanada with a glass of Malbec is perfect! They have other snacks like cheese plates, flatbreads, stuffed dates, and more. When the weather is warm there is a nice sized covered patio in the back. Sometimes they have live music and salsa dancing. Try this place out for a taste of Argentina in Pittsburgh.

Stefanie P.

Had the absolute best time at Refucilo Winery! During our visit we tasted three delicious wines. Torrontes was my absolute favorite - perfect for white wine lovers. We also tasted three of their AMAZING empanadas! I wouldn't normally order and empanada at a restaurant & ever since I've been here I've been craving them! Not only is the wine amazing, the tapas food is perfect to pair with! The wines were very affordable and an Argentina wine. I can't remember the last time I drank Argentina wine. The owners (Juan and his wife) were the sweetest and most hospitable people. You can tell they really care for their wine. The also have an outdoor area where they often have live music! During my visit I joined the Wine Club and counting down until we go again! This is a must go! So happy to have them in the burgh!

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Katelynn G.

What a hidden little gem! This place is only about a month old, but my fiancé and I immediately fell in love with its rustic decor and friendly staff. The owners are husband and wife from the Dominican, but they have a plot of land in Argentina where they grow their grapes. All of their wine is shipped in directly from their vineyard, which definitely makes it stand out. When we went, they only had 3 wines, so we decided to do a wine flight to try them all. My favorite was the Chardonnay, but my fiancé preferred the Malbec. They had an extensive tapas menu so we decided to order a chorizo stuffed mushroom, hummus with pita chips, and an empanada. Everything (other than the hummus) is homemade. All three of our tapas were delicious- if we weren't planning to go to dinner afterward I definitely would have tried more! We had a wonderful conversation with the female owner who showed us lovely pictures of their vineyard in Argentina. She informed us that they would be receiving another shipment of wine in mid-March which will include a rose Malbec and a few new additions. We are very excited to go back and give it another try!

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A comfortable meeting place with good wine and friends! We will return often I am sure!!!

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Such a great little hidden gem in the northside. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable.

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Wonderful jazz, delicious tapas, friendly staff and really good wine. What a lucky find! Small gem on the north side

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They own a winery in the Uco Valley in Argentina, and sell the wines in this tasting room in Pittsburgh.

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