The Fortunate Glass

We are Wilmington’s Premier- and YELP's #1 Wine Bar! The wine bar also features some of the most outstanding craft beers. and sparkling wines.

The Fortunate Glass Wine Bar focuses on wines from all regions, with 50 wines by the glass and approximately 300 wines available by the bottle, including some of the best boutique and cult wines, to everyday values that work with any budget. The serene ambiance of The Fortunate Glass, created by the beautiful wall murals, the elegant copper and glass tile bar, castle rocked walls and intimate boot

07/27/2024

Molly Dooker, The Boxer Shiraz now by the glass!

07/26/2024

Do dinner and drinks this rainy Friday at The Fortunate Glass ⛈️

07/25/2024

2021 Marzocco di Poppiano Il Lanciere, Tuscany, Italy
Straw yellow color w/greenish reflections, white flowers, lime & aromatic herbs on the nose. Enjoy this yummy white wine we’re featuring by the glass!

07/24/2024

Hearty potato bisque with carrots, cabbage and elk salami. Enjoy with a glass of 2020 Ruhlmann Pinot Noir, Alsace, France 🍷

07/23/2024

Come down tonight and see Tom play piano from 6:30-8:30 while you sip on this 2022 Casa alle Vacche Vernaccia di San Gimignano we’re featuring from Tuscany, Italy.
100% Vernaccia. Citrus notes, floral, with a hint of almonds

07/20/2024

We’ve got meats, cheeses and plenty of wine for you to enjoy this weekend. Come see us tonight!

07/19/2024

Happy Friday! Go ahead and indulge yourself with our chocolate chip cookie cake with Champagne frosting, Nutella ganache, vanilla bean ice cream, whipped cream & strawberry lemon chutney.
Enjoy with a glass of NV Gruet Blanc de Noirs, Albuquerque, New Mexico 🥂

07/18/2024

Lovely hand harvested Côtes du Rhône.
65% Grenache, 20%Syrah, 15%Carignan,
15% Cinsault
Enjoy this wine by the bottle or by the glass 🍷

07/17/2024

Chicken Philly flatbread with onions, peppers and Fontina cream sauce. Enjoy with a glass of 2021 Escudo Rojo Reserva Carmenere, Valle del Colchagua, Chile

07/16/2024

Back by popular demand!
We’re featuring this yummy Crémant from the Loire Valley 💕
Enjoy by the glass or by the bottle 🥂

07/13/2024

From Navarra Spain, this white wine has aromas of apricot, pear and white flowers with a touch of minerality and a long, persistent finish. Featured by the glass or by the bottle!

07/12/2024

Happy Friday! Come see us tonight and enjoy one of our delicious small plates, like these vegetarian mini muffulettas, paired with your favorite wine 🍷

07/11/2024

Enjoy this fruity and spicy Beaujolais by the bottle!

07/10/2024

Spinach pie empanadas appetizer with Feta, onions, peppers, almonds and olive tapenade Romesco. Enjoy with a glass of Vina Robles Chardonnay

07/06/2024

This weeks chef dessert is a chocolate chip rice pudding with cinnamon streusel, whipped cream and apricots. Enjoy with a glass of Saracco Moscato d’Asti 🥂

07/05/2024

Featuring this Pinotage from South Africa tonight. Pen Dragon wines are inspired by the Legends of King Arthur, Merlin and a star child named Pen Dragon. This wine is medium bodied with soft, rounded tannins and has aromas of blueberry and bright red fruit 🐉✨🧙‍♂️

07/04/2024

Wishing everyone a fun and safe holiday💥

07/03/2024

Beer braised Andouille sausage flatbread with pimiento cheese, collard greens coleslaw and balsamic reduction. Enjoy with a glass of Borealis Pinot Noir.

07/02/2024

It’s the perfect day to sip this California Rosé
300 Cases Produced
90% Cinsault, 10% Grenache
Enjoy this wine by the bottle☀️💕

06/29/2024

Ripe rainier cherry, red plum and blackberry. This wine is vibrant and lively on the palate. Enjoy this Pinot Noir by the bottle!

06/28/2024

Happy Friday! Do dinner and drinks tonight 🍷🧀

06/27/2024

Why pick just one when you can try our dessert trio and enjoy them all!

06/26/2024

Strawberry and melon gazpacho with basil, fennel, fennel fronds and toasted baguette. Enjoy with a glass of Saracco Moscato d’Asti🥂

06/25/2024

Stay hydrated with this Muscadet Sèvre et Maine from the Loire Valley! The grape is 100% Melon de Bourgogne. This is a dry and fresh French white wine having a delicate aroma of citrus fruits. Balanced acidity, a touch of minerality and a long refreshing finish will have you wanting more 🍋🍋‍🟩☀️

06/22/2024

🚨Delicious dessert alert!
Raspberry olive oil cake with orange whipped cream, mixed berry and lime chutney, caramel and hazelnuts. Enjoy with a glass of Gruet Blancs de Noir🥂

06/21/2024

This highly regarded and age worthy Pinot Noir is full of red fruits and sweet spices on the palate. Graceful and elegant. Enjoy this organic wine from California by the bottle tonight!

06/20/2024

The Turley Rosé is a rare white release from Turley Cellars. Enjoy this dry rosé by the bottle!

06/19/2024

Join us for dinner and drinks tonight!
Eli’s marinara flatbread with roasted eggplant, garlic sprouts, Bella Vitano, aged Provolone, spinach and fried onions. Pair with a glass of Tenuta La Meridiana Barbera d’Asti 🍷

06/18/2024

Try something out of the ordinary tonight! The Chook is a full bodied wine which combines fruit with tannin, sweetness and bubbles to deliver rich concentrated flavors and a full palate. Enjoy this wine by the bottle!

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The #1 Wine Bar in Wilmington, NC

The Fortunate Glass is Wilmington’s Premier Wine Bar! We are listed as the number one Wine Bar in our Region according to YELP https://goo.gl/1XrKD5!

We focus on wines from all regions, with 60 wines by the glass and approximately 350 wines available by the bottle, including some of the best boutique and cult wines, to everyday values that work with any budget. We also feature some of the most outstanding craft beers (30) and sparkling wines.

The serene ambiance of The Fortunate Glass, created by the beautiful wall murals, the elegant copper and glass tile bar, castle rocked walls and intimate booths enhances the experience of any selection you choose. Our menu of fine cheeses, Italian cured meats, Antipasto plates and decadent desserts accompany and compliment any wine selection of yours. Located at 29 South Front Street, next to Yo Sake in Historic Downtown Wilmington.

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29 South Front Street
Wilmington, NC
28401

Opening Hours

Tuesday 4pm - 9pm
Wednesday 4pm - 9pm
Thursday 4pm - 9pm
Friday 4pm - 9pm
Saturday 2pm - 9pm
Sunday 4pm - 9pm

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