Six years ago, Mike and Kari Heller opened Red & White Winebar in Waunakee. Through fundraisers, regular events, and signature B.S. & Bourbon nights, they’ve built a community hub. It’s truly a place to kick back, drink up, and hang out.
Mike and Kari encourage guests to leave expectations at the door. They believe traditional drink and food pairings are too limiting, and the best way to discover a new favorite is to explore.
In addition to wines, they offer an impressive selection of over 40 bourbons. We’re highlighting several standout bourbons and wines, so if any catch your eye, stop by for a tasting, split a bottle with friends, or take home to enjoy.
Wines
Reds - Surani Primitivo Zio and Dixie & Bass Red Blend
Surani (Italy) and Dixie & Bass (Columbia Valley, Washington) are great samplings that fall between light and full-bodied reds. Traditionally, Surani pairs well with cheese boards, and Dixie with beef.
Whites - Kind of Wild and Quattro Theory
As a Chardonnay, Kind of Wild (South of France) falls on the easy-going side. Quattro Theory is a versatile semi-dry sauvignon blanc, the world’s fastest-growing white varietal, and hails from Napa.
Kentucky Bourbons
McHenry 10 Year Bottled in Bond
Crafted by Heaven Hill, this 100-proof bourbon delivers a smooth, sweet finish with minimal heat, an ideal entry point for Bourbon drinkers. Enjoy neat, with water, or on the rocks to reveal subtle flavor changes.
Blade and Bow
Produced at Louisville’s Stitzel-Weller, Blade and Bow provides smooth and easy drinking. Their bottles contain 5 unique, collectable keys that honor bourbon’s five crafting steps. Great for beginners, it makes for a perfect nightcap.
Local Bourbons
La Flamme
Aged 5 years and finished 8 months in Armagnac barrels, this J. Henry (Dane, WI) bourbon offers a complex yet sweet finish. Released annually in the fall, it appeals to both seasoned drinkers and novices seeking a smoother, refined experience.
Limousin Rye
From Dancing Goat Distillery (Cambridge, WI), this rye delivers a spicier, hotter profile that some experienced drinkers embrace. For novices who find it too intense, it’s an ideal mixer for Old Fashioneds and Manhattans.