Bacchus Bar & Bistro Announces Wine Spectator Award And New Pinot Noir Offerings

Irvine, CA, September 16, 2014 (Newswire.com) - Bacchus Bar and Grill in Irvine, CA, recently received the 2014 Wine Spectator Award Of Excellence and has announced the addition of a trio of new wines to its Fall lineup. Selections include Sojourn "Sangiacomo Vineyard" Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir, August West "Rosella's Vineyard" Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir, and Moshin Vineyards "Estate Grown" Russian River Pinot Noir.

Bacchus will be announcing new bistro menu items in October, adding to its already successful food plate options which include the ever-popular Pork Belly Tacos, Chorizo and Lobster Fondue, and its signature Bacchus Burger. The eatery’s diverse selection of starters, small plates, desserts, cheese boards, and salads are paired with wine offerings across all budgets.

Formerly known as Bacchus Secret Cellar, the location was quietly renovated and relaunched as Bacchus Bar & Bistro in early 2014. Bacchus is managed by Deb Willems and the kitchen is led by her daughter, Chef Charity Smith, both formerly of Patina Group. The comfortable and welcoming atmosphere includes dozens of dining tables, a lounge, and an outside smoking area with a variety of cigar options available. Live music can be heard on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings.

Bacchus Bar & Bistro is located at 6735 Quail Hill Pkwy, Irvine, CA 92603

To schedule a tour and private tasting of select menu items, please call or email Airtime PR:

Bob Bradley - [email protected] - 657-333-2631

About Bacchus Bar & Bistro:

Bacchus bar and bistro is the neighborhood spot you stop at for a glass of wine, and then realize they have much more to offer. Bacchus bar and bistro has evolved into a perfect combination, EAT, DRINK, SOCIAL.

With a relaxed and friendly environment that feels like home, you can dine on food that is familiar yet current, sip on your favorite wine or meet with friends to catch up on life.

Chef Charity has created a menu of small plates with fresh ingredients, designed to share, and perfect with wine and beer. She has a small kitchen but does not let that keep her from creating some amazing dishes. Please be patient on our busy nights.

Bacchus offers over 350 bottles from around the world and a wine bar which utilizes a state of the art wine preservation system with 60 wines by the glass. You can create your own tasting experience or choose from 12 creative flights. Bacchus also offers 6 craft beers on tap along with 20 bottled micro brews all lovingly selected by our Beer Meister, Aaron.

If you are looking for a great meal, a wine recommendation, or a perfect date place, our passionate staff is always here to make it happen. We have communal tables for social gatherings, a comfortable dining room and sofas for getting cozy.

Come in for our Wednesday wine tastings, live entertainment or just to relax with a burger and a beer.

Bacchus bar and bistro in Irvine off of the 405 Freeway and the Sand Canyon/Shady Canyon exit in the charming Quail Hill Village Center.