Pictures: Vinoteque on Melrose
Sommelier Ryan Hess picks wine in the restaurant and wine bar on Melrose Avenue. (Lawrence K. Ho / Los Angeles Times)
Asparagus gratin at Vinoteque. (Lawrence K. Ho / Los Angeles Times)
Lamb meatballs. (Lawrence K. Ho / Los Angeles Times)
Vodovan shrimp. (Lawrence K. Ho / Los Angeles Times)
Duck breast. (Lawrence K. Ho / Los Angeles Times)
Pannacotta dessert. (Lawrence K. Ho / Los Angeles Times)
The wine shelf in the dining area of Vinoteque. (Lawrence K. Ho / Los Angeles Times)
The wine list encompasses about 350 labels and includes a nice array of German whites, red and white Burgundies, and Italian bottles. (Lawrence K. Ho / Los Angeles Times)
Executive chef KC Ma in the kitchen. (Lawrence K. Ho / Los Angeles Times)