Ceviche Restaurant Unveils Washington’s First Self Serve Wine System

Thanks to Jessica Gibson of Latin Concepts for sending the Punch this very cool information.  Wine lovers and those just curious about serving oneself wine, will want to check out Ceviche’s new self serve wine system, which happens to be the first of its kind in the District.  By the way, several "celebrities" who were in town for the White House Correspondents Association Dinner got to use the system last week during a Creative Coalition event : http://www.wireimage.com/ItemListings.aspx?sr=41&igi=314762&nbc1=1 and there are the photos to prove it!

Washington, D.C. - Ceviche Restaurant located at 2404 Wisconsin Avenue in Glover Park, has premiered the first self-serve enomatic wine system on its second floor wine bar.  Guests will be able to taste 24 varietals of wine by the ounce at the touch of a button.

The enomatic machine is a fully automated wine preservation system that dispenses wine via a wine debit card purchased by the customer.  Ceviche wine bar guests may select any combination of the 16 red and 8 white wines.  Tastes range from $1.50 per ounce to $10 per ounce, with an average per ounce price of $2.

The wine list will change frequently to allow guests to return and experience new regions and flavors.  Currently there are many Spanish, Argentinean and Chilean wines.

“It is a fun, interactive way to taste wine with friends. I invite everyone to come learn how to use the machine and explore Latin American wines,” says Mauricio Fraga-Rosenfeld.  “It’s like a toy for adults!”
Latin Concepts Chef Ismael Otarola developed a complementary menu that features cheese and charcuterie platters, ceviche samplers and various Latin American tapas.

The second floor wine bar will be available to rent for private parties, wine tasting and corporate events seven days a week between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. and some evenings based on availability.

Ceviche Wine Bar is under the Latin Concepts umbrella which includes: Ceviche Silver Spring, Chi Cha, Gazuza, Guarapo and Mate. All are owned and operated by restaurateur Mauricio Fraga-Rosenfeld. 

Ceviche Glover Park is conveniently located on Wisconsin Avenue near the intersection of Calvert Street; between Georgetown and the Washington National Cathedral.  For reservations please call (202) 333.3877.

HOURS: 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. Monday-Thursday; 5 p.m. to 3 a.m. Friday & Saturday; 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. Sunday

ON THE WEB: www.latinconcepts.com/winebar