Agave Blu
Tequila-Forward Spot Where Wine Takes the Backseat
Fort Lauderdale · Fort Lauderdale · Mexican · Visit Website ↗
Reviewed February 28, 2026
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First Impression
The name tells you everything: this is an agave house first, wine program second. The list exists because restaurants need wine lists, not because anyone's losing sleep over it. Think crowd-pleasing labels at Florida resort pricing.
Selection Deep Dive
The selection leans heavily on safe California reds and whites with a smattering of Spanish options that make sense next to guacamole. You'll find your Kendall-Jackson, your La Crema, maybe a Rioja that's been on the list since opening day. No deep cuts, no natural wine experiments, no sommelier flex. It's the kind of list designed to not offend anyone at a business dinner or girls' night out. The Spanish section is the most interesting part, though it's still playing it safe with big-name Riojas and Albariños.
By the Glass
The glass pour program runs about 6-8 options that rotate never. You're looking at a Pinot Grigio, a Chardonnay, a Sauvignon Blanc, a Rosé, a Pinot Noir, a Cabernet, maybe a Malbec. All recognizable labels, all priced at $12-16 a glass, which feels steep when you're also buying $15 margaritas. The pours are generous enough, served in all-purpose stems or stemless glasses depending on which server you get.
Viña Esmeralda Moscatel-Gewürztraminer — $38
Torres' aromatic white has the florals and spice to stand up to mole and citrus-heavy ceviche without breaking the bank
Marqués de Cáceres Rosado
Most people skip rosé with Mexican food but this Rioja rosé has enough structure for carnitas and the acidity for salsa verde
Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon
At $120+ it's marked up 3x retail and way too heavy for most of the menu—save your money for the tequila list
Albariño Martín Códax + Baja Fish Tacos
The Galician white's salinity and citrus cut through fried fish and crema like it was born for it
✔️ The Bottom Line
Agave Blu isn't pretending to be a wine destination, and we respect the honesty. Order the Albariño, skip the Napa Cabs, and spend your real money on their agave program.
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