Crossclimb #641 Answer – January 31, 2026
WINEBARS
Answer
WINEBARS
Combo Clue
“A two-word phrase for places to order glasses of Merlot or Pinot”
📖 How I Solved It
I tackled puzzle #641 on January 31, 2026, and let me tell you, it was a head-scratcher! The combo clue "A two-word phrase for places to order glasses of Merlot or Pinot" had me stumped for way too long. I thought of every bar I could remember, but I was stuck on just 'wine' and couldn't get past that. I even guessed 'wine cellar' at one point, which definitely didn't fit! Eventually, after some trial and error, I finally landed on 'WINEBARS'. The word ladder was a fun challenge too, but the tricky part was moving from 'WIRE' to 'MIRE'. I didn't realize how similar they were until I finally took a step back and saw it. After that, the rest fell into place like a charm!
💡 Tips for This Puzzle
- •Don't rush through the clues; take your time to think them over.
- •Keep an eye on how words can morph; one letter can change everything!
- •If you get stuck, step away for a moment and come back with fresh eyes.