I think it's pure coincidence, but today I found out about two more Baltimore wine bars on the horizon.

First, I learned that Paul Cudone, the resident wine expert and department manager at Eddie's of Roland Avenue, is leaving after 18 years. I talked to him today, and while he won't tell me where he's going until after he's left, he did say that his new place of employment has gotten a wine bar license, and he'll be involved in setting up the new wine bar.

Second, I got two e-mails: one from Mike Russell, an owner and the chef of Junior's Wine Bar, the restaurant going in where Vespa (pictured) was in Federal Hill, saying it's almost ready; and one from a friend of the owners who has been invited to a soft opening. So I guess the official opening to the public will be happening sooner rather than later.

(Amy Davis/Sun photographer)