Opened just over a year ago in South Tampa, The Wine Studio has made quite the name for itself as one of Tampa's premier spots for an eclectic selection of wines, creative eats and more in a laid back neighborhood bistro environment.

Located on Henderson Blvd. in the South Tampa neighborhood of Palma Ceia, The Wine Studio lives up to its name, touting over 80 wines on the menu, over half of which are available by the 3-ounce flight portion or a 7-ounce glass.  This includes a wide selection of champagnes and sparkling wines as well as red and whites from notable wine regions all throughout the world.

The carefully crafted list includes selections ranging from Carneros, California's 2009 Artesa Carneros Pinot Noir to a 2005 Viña Izadi Crianza Rioja from Spain; a white Vouvray from France's Jean Sauvion; and a seemingly endless variety of libations between.

The Wine Studio matches its expansive wine list with a modest selection of creative, savory eats perfect for sampling on a romantic night out or meet up with wine-appreciative friends.

The food menu is categorized by which selections pair best with certain types of wine and includes a variety of small plates, soups, artisan pizza, and more.

Like the reds?  Pair your wine with selections like sliced, marinated London broil with a creamy horseradish sauce or a pecan and bleu cheese spread with wheat wafers.  More of a white fan?  Go for options like Nova salmon pizza, cured olives with herbs, or a spinach and artichoke dip with sesame wafers.  The combinations are rife for the sampling.

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