Gianottis Wilderei
Pontresina
Bar in Pontresina, Switzerland
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Altitude-Cellar Curation
Price
$50–100per person
Why go
Gianottis Wilderei is worth considering for a wine-led late evening, especially if Star Wine List recognition matters to you. It is less useful for a high-stakes dinner decision because cuisine, pricing, and signature dishes are not clearly listed, so treat it as a bottle-focused later stop rather than the whole plan.
About Gianottis Wilderei
Gianottis Wilderei is a Basel venue with Star Wine List recognition for 2026. If you are comparing options, keep the decision practical. For a different lounge or bar setting, compare it with Kronenhof Bar & Lounge or Carlton Bar and Bel Etage. N/5 the Bar, LIVING ROOM, and Bar & Smoker's Lounge are also natural alternatives to consider by mood, timing, and availability.
Use it for the later part of the night, not as a blind splurge
Consider it when the group wants a Basel venue that is open until midnight on its operating days and has Star Wine List recognition.
For a repeat visitor, the smarter move is to plan around the schedule: Gianottis Wilderei is open Monday and Thursday through Sunday from 9 AM to 12 AM, and closed Tuesday and Wednesday. For broader planning, use our full Basel restaurants guide, our full Basel bars guide, and our full Basel hotels guide to decide whether this should anchor the night or follow another booking.
Where it sits among comparison options
Among named comparison venues, keep the focus on fit rather than invented specifics. Kronenhof Bar & Lounge, Carlton Bar and Bel Etage, Bar & Smoker's Lounge, N/5 the Bar, and LIVING ROOM may suit different plans depending on setting and availability. For Gianottis Wilderei, the grounded reasons to consider it are Basel location, late closing time on open days, smart-casual dress code, and Star Wine List recognition for 2026.
Bottom line: choose Gianottis Wilderei when those details match the evening you are planning. Skip it if the decision depends on named dishes, transparent pricing, seating count, or a specifically published cocktail or food format.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 9 AM–12 AM · Tuesday: Closed
- Location
- Via Maistra 140, 7504 Pontresina, Switzerland
- Website
- gianottis.ch
- Phone
- +41 81 842 70 90
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Gianottis Wilderei reads like a mountain wine room shaped by its altitude and local tradition. It has an Alpine design vocabulary, dark timber, stone surfaces and lighting calibrated to make a glass of red look architecturally correct. The Wilderei name, with its game‑hunting connotations, and the venue’s situation on Via Maistra in a quieter Engadin village give the place a compact, historic feel. Overall it presents an intimate, rustic wine room that draws its character from landscape, materiality and regional cultural references.
Best For
This is a destination for people who come expressly for the wine: sommeliers, curious travellers and couples seeking a focused evening. The Star Wine List recognition positions the program as noteworthy for special occasions and date nights, and the venue’s small‑scale, room‑like quality suits after‑work wine tasting and modest group outings. Sitting in quieter Pontresina at altitude, it’s less about boisterous apres‑ski crowds and more about deliberate, seated wine service and conversation, making it a reliable pick when you want a refined, wine‑centric evening.
Ordering Tips
Prioritise the cellar: the venue’s Star Wine List recognition signals a wine list worth exploring. Ask staff about Swiss varieties such as Pinot Noir from Graubünden, Chasselas from Vaud, and reds from Valais, and request recommendations that reflect seasonal provenance. Because the room is framed by alpine design and an intimate layout, favour by-the-glass options or guided pours that let you sample regional expressions without committing to a full bottle.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm and inviting with a living room-like coziness blended with upscale bar sophistication, creating an intimate yet lively atmosphere.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Wine Bar
- Late Night
- Open Until 2am
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Via Maistra 140, 7504 Pontresina, Switzerland
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 9 AM–12 AM
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- Closed
- Thursday
- 9 AM–12 AM
- Friday
- 9 AM–12 AM
- Saturday
- 9 AM–12 AM
- Sunday
- 9 AM–12 AM
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Where to go if this does not fit
If the group wants a more classic lounge experience, cross-shop Kronenhof Bar & Lounge. If the priority is a compact drinks-first plan, look at N/5 the Bar instead.
Bar context
How it compares
Choose Gianottis Wilderei over Kronenhof Bar & Lounge if the night is more about wine recognition than grand-hotel polish. Kronenhof is the safer bet for a classic lounge mood; Gianottis Wilderei is the more pointed choice when the group wants a wine-led evening and does not need a heavily signposted cocktail format.
Bar & Smoker's Lounge and Carlton Bar and Bel Etage make more sense for guests who want a hotel-bar frame and a more formal room. Gianottis Wilderei is better for a less ceremonial late stop, especially after dinner, but it is harder to assess on value because no price range is listed.
If booking ease and a tighter bar plan matter, compare it with N/5 the Bar and LIVING ROOM. Those are cleaner cross-shops for a drinks-first night; Gianottis Wilderei is the pick when wine credibility carries more weight than a predictable lounge script.
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Compare Gianottis Wilderei
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Gianottis Wilderei | Basel | Star Wine Lists 20262026 Falstaff Restaurant Guide |
| Kronenhof Bar & Lounge | Pontresina | No published awards |
| Bar & Smoker's Lounge | Pontresina | No published awards |
| N/5 the Bar | St. Moritz | No published awards |
| Carlton Bar and Bel Etage | St. Moritz | No published awards |
| LIVING ROOM | St. Moritz | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gianottis Wilderei open late?
Yes. Gianottis Wilderei is open until 12 AM on Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. It is closed Tuesday and Wednesday.
Is Gianottis Wilderei good for a date?
It can work for a date if the key basics fit your plan: Basel location, smart-casual dress code, Star Wine List recognition for 2026, and a 12 AM close on open days.
Is the food good at Gianottis Wilderei?
Gianottis Wilderei is in Basel, has a smart-casual dress code, and has Star Wine List recognition for 2026.
What's the best time to go to Gianottis Wilderei?
Use the hours to plan: it is open Monday and Thursday through Sunday from 9 AM to 12 AM, and closed Tuesday and Wednesday. The best time depends on your own schedule and the venue's current availability.
