In March, Sauvage Wine Bar and Shop evolved from a downtown Phoenix bottle shop in The Churchill into a full-blown bar and store located in the historic Helen Anderson House along McDowell Road. The charming, cozy decor pays homage to the cute cottage, with various seating areas featuring nailhead sofas, upholstered wooden chairs, rugs and potted plants. It sells and pours only natural wine, many from lesser-known regions, along with a few spirits, such as vermouth and amaro. Small-plate provisions include cheese and charcuterie plates, tinned fish, delightful specials such as crudo and burrata, and desserts. Owner Chris Lingua became smitten with natural wines in Europe and aims to raise their profile here, happily engaging customers in conversation about production methods and helping them find what they like. Natural wines tend to be quite different from most mainstream ones, so those who aren’t already fans should keep an open mind and let Lingua take them on a ride.