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East Jackson · Jackson Hole · Seasonal Contemporary American / Mountain-Inspired Resort Cuisine · Visit Website ↗
Reviewed May 22, 2026
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The wine list at Amangani reads exactly like you'd expect from a luxury resort perched above the Tetons — polished, expensive, and built to impress guests who aren't flinching at the check. It's a confident list with serious names on it, though not one that takes many risks.
California dominates, with heavy hitters like Opus One, Caymus Special Selection, and Kistler Chardonnay anchoring the list and signaling that this program is aimed at big spenders who want trophies in their glass. Burgundy and Bordeaux show up with Chateau Margaux representing the old-world prestige corner, while the Pacific Northwest gets a nod via Domaine Drouhin Oregon Pinot Noir — one of the more interesting inclusions. The Rhône Valley presence rounds things out, but don't come here expecting natural wine curiosities, grower Champagnes, or anything that makes a sommelier's heart race. It's a list that plays to the room, and the room is wearing a very nice fleece.
With 14-20 options by the glass, there's enough to build a solid meal without committing to a bottle — respectable for a resort dining room. Expect the usual suspects: a Chardonnay, a Cab, probably a Pinot, and a token white Burgundy or similar. The list doesn't appear to rotate aggressively, so don't expect surprises week to week.
Domaine Drouhin Oregon Pinot Noir — null
Amid a list stacked with California muscle and Bordeaux prestige pricing, the Drouhin Oregon Pinot is the move — elegant, food-friendly, and likely carrying a less punishing markup than its French counterparts. It's the one bottle that feels like it belongs at the table rather than on a trophy shelf.
Kistler Chardonnay
Kistler is a name most guests scroll past in favor of flashier Bordeaux or Napa Cabs, but this is one of California's great Chardonnay producers — serious winemaking with restraint that's rare at this price tier. If you're eating seafood, stop sleeping on this one.
Caymus Vineyards Special Selection Cabernet Sauvignon
Caymus Special Selection is a crowd-pleaser that restaurants have been marking up aggressively for years. It's widely distributed, easy to find at retail, and at resort pricing, you're paying a significant premium for a bottle that's become more brand than bottle. There are better ways to spend your money on this list.
Domaine Drouhin Oregon Pinot Noir + Steak with regional produce
A mountain resort steak with local accompaniments doesn't need a Cab hammer — the Drouhin Pinot has enough structure to handle red meat while its earthy, forest-floor character mirrors the Wyoming landscape outside the window. It's the kind of pairing that actually makes sense instead of just sounding good on paper.
✔️ The Bottom Line
Amangani's wine program is professionally run, properly stored, and well-matched to its setting — but you're paying resort tax on nearly every bottle, and the list prioritizes prestige over discovery. Send a friend here for the experience; just make sure they pick the Drouhin.
Jackson Town · Jackson Hole · Barbecue
Bubba's doesn't pretend to be a wine destination, and we respect the honesty — but the list is the definition of set-it-and-forget-it. Order a beer, enjoy the ribs, and save your wine curiosity for somewhere that reciprocates.
Grocery Store
Fair
Basic Stemmed
MIA
Set & Forget
Acceptable
Teton Village · Jackson Hole · Outdoor Bar
The Handle Bar is the kind of wine program that does exactly what it needs to do for its setting — no more, no less. You'll drink well here if you pick smart, but this isn't a destination for wine people so much as a very competent resort bar that happens to have Opus One on the list.
Solid Range
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Knowledgeable & Friendly
Set & Forget
Proper
Downtown Jackson · Jackson Hole · Cafe / Bakery
Persephone isn't a wine destination, but it absolutely punches above its weight for what it is — a bakery-café with a genuinely thoughtful short list of natural pours at fair prices. If you're in Jackson and want a glass of something interesting without the steakhouse markup, this is your move.
Small but Thoughtful
Fair
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
Town of Jackson · Jackson Hole · French-Inspired Bistro
The Bistro earns its stripes as a reliable wine destination in Jackson Hole — the sommelier influence is visible, the European focus is coherent, and the list has depth worth exploring. Just go in knowing the markups are hotel-resort territory, and steer toward the Old World bottles where the curation is strongest.
Solid Range
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Knowledgeable & Friendly
Set & Forget
Proper
East of Jackson · Jackson Hole · Steakhouse / Grill
The Grill at Spring Creek Ranch delivers a competent, crowd-pleasing wine list that matches the lodge aesthetic perfectly — reliable, a little expensive, and zero risk. If you're here for the views and the bison, you'll drink well enough; just don't come expecting the list to match the drama outside the window.
Plays It Safe
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
Town Square · Jackson Hole · Tapas / Wine Bar
Bin22 is the wine bar that has no business being this good in the middle of Wyoming ski country, and that's exactly why we're sending people here. If you're in Jackson Hole and you care about what's in your glass, this is the only address that matters.
Deep & Eclectic
Fair
Basic Stemmed
Knowledgeable & Friendly
Set & Forget
Proper
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