First round funding is now open.

Proximity Wine Bar is an enoteca-inspired hospitality concept built around connection, authenticity, and discovery. 

More than a wine bar, it’s a community hub where guests experience curated local wines by the glass, learn the stories behind the bottles, and engage in meaningful conversations.

Our mission is simple: to build a vibrant community around local wine by creating an inviting space for discovery and enjoyment. Proximity will highlight the best regional wines sourced within a 100-mile radius, bringing people closer to the land, the culture, and—most importantly—to one another.

The wine industry is at an inflection point. Traditional models are struggling, and it’s clear that rebuilding the market requires innovation and forward-thinking concepts that go beyond simply selling bottles. At Proximity Wine Bar, we’re crafting a model that is profitable while giving back, supporting local farmers, artisans, and communities.

Proximity isn’t just a single location—it’s scalable, designed for emerging wine regions across the U.S., serving as both anchor and beacon for how the wine market can rebuild itself from the ground up, reconnecting wine to local identity, culture, and shared experiences.