The friendliest of neighbourhood wine bars, Famelia trades in good times, approachable and intriguing wines, and sublime snacks, making it an instant hit on vibrant Enmore Road.
Famelia is all about the wine, and proprietor, namesake and seasoned sommelier Amelia Birch and her team are on hand to recommend something to suit any palate. The beauty of the constantly evolving wine list, with bottles adorning the walls, is that you’re not limited to textbook rosé, pinot grigio or shiraz. Nor are you faced with a load of wild natural wine. The offering here is a considered spectrum of artisanal vino that sits midway between approachably delicious and intriguingly complex, so rest assured that regardless of what you choose, there’ll be something excellent poured into your glass. What’s more, each week Amelia chooses a winemaker – Australian or international – to champion in a “wine takeover”, and these drops are available either in a flight or by the glass. Her knowledge of wine is profound, and you’ll hear the stories behind the producer and the bottles you’re drinking. Seriously, if only all education could be this much fun.
Of course, if wine doesn’t happen to be your thing (warning: the staff may change your mind), don’t fret – there’s a smart choice of cocktails (a citrusy Yuzushu Spritz, anyone?) and craft beers, too.
