Le Papillon Ivre

St-Barthélemy


St-Barth's first traditional wine bar looks like it was plucked from a hip Parisian backstreet and set down here. A timber bookcase-style cabinet of prime bottles lines an entire wall, with many of them bottled by small estates throughout France. The vibe is casual and many wines are available by the glass.

Soak up your tipple with bulging platters of charcuterie (cold cuts) and/or imported cheeses.


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