1540 Room at The DeSoto
Historic Hotel Wine, Safe But Serviceable
Historic District · Savannah · American Fine Dining · Visit Website ↗
Reviewed February 21, 2026
Wingman Metrics
First Impression
The wine list at this historic hotel dining room reads exactly like what you'd expect: safe California reds, recognizable names, and prices that lean into the out-of-town crowd. Nothing surprising, nothing offensive, nothing memorable.
Selection Deep Dive
The selection sticks to the greatest hits—Napa Cabs, Oregon Pinots, maybe a Châteauneuf for the adventurous. Expect producers like J Lohr, Duckhorn, and La Crema to anchor the list. There's likely a token Malbec and a Sancerre for those who want "something different." Southern producers are probably absent, which feels like a missed opportunity given Savannah's farm-to-table scene. This is a list built for hotel guests who want something familiar after a long day of touring.
By the Glass
The glass program likely offers 6-8 options that rotate annually, if at all. Expect the usual suspects: a Chardonnay around $14, a Pinot Grigio, a Cab, maybe a Malbec. Nothing gets poured that might confuse a convention-goer. The wines are correct but uninspired, the kind of selections that work fine with both shrimp and grits and a steak.
J Lohr Seven Oaks Cabernet Sauvignon — $48
Reliable Paso Robles Cab that drinks well with steaks and won't break the bank at hotel markup
Trimbach Riesling
If they stock it, the Alsatian Riesling cuts through rich Southern cooking better than any Chard on the list
Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon
Marked up to $120+ for a bottle that drinks like grocery store fruit bomb—pure name recognition tax
La Crema Pinot Noir + Pan-Roasted Georgia Quail
Light-bodied Pinot won't overwhelm delicate game bird, and the fruit plays nice with any berry reduction
✔️ The Bottom Line
This is a hotel wine list doing hotel wine list things—predictable, overpriced, but functional. If you're staying at The DeSoto and want a glass with dinner, you'll survive. Just don't expect any discoveries or deals.
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