90-Label Mystery List in Miami's Scene
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Updated September 2026
Reviewed by the RagingWine Tasting Desk · February 20, 2026
RagingWine reviewed Baoli’s wine list and gave it The Reliable — RagingWine’s Vibe-Check rating. How RagingWine reviews wine lists →
Wingman Metrics
Baoli's wine list hits 90-plus labels, which signals ambition for a Miami scene spot. The list reads like it was built once and mostly forgotten—not curated with love, but not neglected either. It's the kind of program that gets you through dinner without drama.
The selection leans Mediterranean-friendly: French Provence rosés, Italian whites from the Veneto, and a handful of Spanish Riojas that pair with the vibe. You'll find some Napa Cabs for the big spenders and a smattering of Champagne for bottle service energy. Gaps show up in natural wines, lesser-known regions, and anything adventurous—this list plays it safe with recognizable names. The 90-label count suggests breadth over depth, with solid coverage but nothing that makes you sit up and take notes.
We couldn't confirm glass pour specifics, but the setup feels standard Miami: probably 6-8 safe pours, likely a Whispering Angel rosé, a Cakebread Chardonnay, and a Malbec. Rotation is doubtful—these pours stick around all season. Expect stemless glassware that fits the poolside-to-dinner crowd, functional but not finessed.
Château d'Esclans 'Whispering Angel' Rosé — $65
Miami markup territory, but it's the safe play that won't disappoint at the table
Mastroberardino 'Radici' Taurasi
If they stock Southern Italian reds, this Aglianico delivers power and age-worthiness most lists ignore
Any Napa Cab over $150
Miami scene pricing turns $80 retail bottles into $200+ pours—order a cocktail instead
Gavi di Gavi 'La Scolca' + Grilled Branzino
Crisp Piedmont white cuts through Mediterranean fish prep without overpowering delicate flavors
The Bottom Line
Baoli's wine program does the job without trying to impress. It's a functional list for a scene-focused spot—order something familiar, enjoy the atmosphere, and don't overthink it.
Miami · Miami · Mediterranean
Casa Neos earns its Wine Spectator nod with a focused, well-executed list guided by someone who clearly knows wine — just know the markups are Miami-level and plan accordingly. Send a friend here who wants a serious wine experience alongside serious Mediterranean food; they won't leave disappointed.
Solid Range
Steep
Varietal Specific
Knowledgeable & Friendly
Set & Forget
Proper
Brickell · Miami · Mexican
Chateau ZZ's is the kind of place where the setting does half the work and the sommeliers do the other half — if you let them. The list may not be adventurous, but it's professionally managed, properly stored, and served in a room that makes even a straightforward Chardonnay feel like an event.
Plays It Safe
Steep
Varietal Specific
Knowledgeable & Friendly
Set & Forget
Proper
Miami · Miami · Steak house
Hereford Grill earned its Wine Spectator Award of Excellence on the back of a respectable, if predictable, California-focused cellar that does exactly one thing well: getting a serious Cab on the table next to a serious steak. If you're hunting for discovery or value, look elsewhere — but if you want a classic steakhouse wine experience with Venezuelan flair on the plate, this delivers.
Plays It Safe
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
Miami · Miami · Italian, Steakhouse
Sofia is a polished Italian-steakhouse with real ambition behind the wine list — the Italian producers are legit and the Wednesday half-price night is one of the better deals in Miami. Just go in knowing you're paying for the room as much as the wine, and order accordingly.
Solid Range
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Occasional
Proper
Miami · Miami · American
Michael's Genuine earned its Wine Spectator nod with a French-focused list that's more considered than most Miami restaurants bother to be. It's not a destination wine experience, but it's a genuinely reliable place to drink well while eating well — and in this city, that counts for a lot.
Solid Range
Fair
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Proper
South Beach · Miami · Asian
Lucky Cat earns its Wine Spectator Award of Excellence on the strength of solid French producers, even if the list plays it a bit safe for a restaurant this loud and bold. Send a friend here for Champagne and sashimi — just don't expect the wine program to keep up with the room's ambition.
Plays It Safe
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
· Atlanta · Mediterranean
Kitty Dare is punching well above its weight for an Atlanta restaurant wine list — fair prices, genuinely adventurous selections, and the rare willingness to pour all of it by the glass. We don't have visibility into service or food specifics, but the list alone is worth coming for. If you want a Lebanese white from 70-year-old vines for $13/glass, this is your place.
Deep & Eclectic
Fair
Basic Stemmed
Rotating Cast
Set & Forget
Acceptable
· Atlanta · Mediterranean
Fia has the bones of a genuinely good wine program — thoughtful white selections, a few hidden gems, and a Champagne section that sets a mood — but steep markups and a list that doesn't stray far from the expected hold it back from greatness. Go for the Aligoté or the Trebbiano d'Abruzzo, skip the trophy bottles, and you'll drink well without feeling taken.
Plays It Safe
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Rotating Cast
Set & Forget
Acceptable
· Monterey · Mediterranean
Dametra Cafe isn't a wine destination, but it's not trying to be one either — and that honesty is refreshing. The sparkling selection is genuinely fun, prices are fair across the board, and the few left-field picks like Chateau Musar Jeune give the list just enough personality. If you're in Monterey and want a bottle that doesn't feel like a markup shakedown, this is a safe call.
Plays It Safe
Fair
Basic Stemmed
Rotating Cast
Set & Forget
Acceptable
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