Newtown, Sydney’s vibey inner-west enclave, has a new bar for wine enthusiasts with the arrival of Flight Path.
“Your cellar door in the city”, the first venue of friends and local wine lovers Matt and Isabel O’Keeffe and Stu and Elise Williams, Flight Path offers its guests the chance to taste a flight of wines from a featured boutique winery to rotate every few weeks. This allows guests to discover a range of exciting producers, from the Hunter Valley to Margaret River, without having to leave the city. “We wanted to bring the cellar door experience to the inner west,” says Elise Williams. “Imagine dropping in for a chat and tasting at a winery, just like that, on Enmore Road.”
But Flight Path is more than just a “cellar door in the city.” MW candidate and sommelier Anna Mantchakidi has created an extensive wine list with 30+ options by the glass. Whether you’re a seasoned wine buff or just looking for a post-work drop, Flight Path is a diverse destination that has it all – a mix of local and international, classics and lesser-known varietals.
Flight Path caters to all preferences with non-alcoholic beverages, Frenchies beer on tap, and alluring wine-based cocktails. The groovy new bar also offers a selection of share plates with French, Spanish, and Italian flair. Think high-quality cheeses, drool-worthy cured meats, and terrines, alongside vegan options like the truly unique whipped macadamia feta.
Curated from a shared love for wine, and ideated over a few glasses late last year, Flight Path is a passion project for the two couples behind the venture. Despite their day jobs, their passion for creating a welcoming and special space, and a place they would love to frequent themselves was a priority. Flight Path was the missing piece in Newtown’s puzzle. Since opening in August, Flight Path has already garnered a loyal following. “There are phenomenal wineries out there, unknown to many,” says Elise. “We want to connect them with eager wine drinkers. It’s a win-win for everyone.”
Current Featured Winery: Ricca Terra, Riverland, SA Featured Winery for October: Levantine Hill, Yarra Valley, VIC
Where? 31 Enmore Road in Newtown.
When? Monday & Tuesday: Closed. Wednesday & Thursday: 5pm – late. Friday: 4pm – late. Saturday & Sunday: 1pm – late.
Follow Flight Path Wine Bar on Instagram here for the latest updates. Flight Path is walk-in-only, check out their website for updates here.
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