Butcher & Rose
390 Bottles Deep, But Your Wallet Notices
Downtown · Columbus · Steakhouse · Visit Website ↗
Reviewed March 22, 2026
Wingman Metrics
First Impression
Three hundred and ninety labels at a Columbus steakhouse — that's not a wine list, that's a commitment. The book lands heavy, skews California and Pacific Northwest, and signals immediately that someone here actually cares. The price tags, though, will make you do some quick mental math before you get comfortable.
Selection Deep Dive
Napa Cabernet is the backbone here, as you'd expect, but the Willamette Valley Pinot Noir section shows genuine enthusiasm — Roserock, Domaine Serene, and friends give Oregon its proper moment. Sonoma gets a respectable look too, and there's enough variety across regions and styles that the list doesn't feel like a one-note steak-and-Cab affair. That said, the pricing structure leans hard into premium territory across the board, with markups on Oregon Pinot sitting in the 180–275% range. A 390-label list with a sommelier on staff and a Wine Spectator nod confirms this isn't an afterthought — but it's clearly priced for expense accounts and special occasions, not casual Tuesday dinners.
By the Glass
The by-the-glass program specifics aren't published prominently, which is a miss for a list this size — we'd love to see that depth translated into a rotating glass pour menu. What we can say is that the bottle list's depth suggests the pours are probably solid; we just wish the specifics were easier to find before you sit down.
Domaine Serene Yamhill Cuvée Willamette Valley Oregon 2021 — $140
At $50 retail, the 180% markup is more forgiving than most of what's on this list. Domaine Serene is a legitimate Oregon name, the Yamhill Cuvée is their entry point into serious Pinot, and $140 at a steakhouse of this caliber isn't highway robbery — it's actually the closest thing to a fair deal we found.
Schramsberg Blanc de Noirs North Coast California 2020
Most people at a steakhouse aren't ordering sparkling wine, which is exactly why you should. Schramsberg is one of California's great sparkling houses, the Blanc de Noirs is rich and structured enough to stand up to a big meal, and at $100 it's one of the few bottles on this list where the price doesn't make you wince.
Beaulieu Vineyard Georges de Latour Private Reserve Napa Valley California 2018
A historic label, sure, but at $360 you're paying a lot for nostalgia and brand recognition. For that money on this list, you can do better — and frankly, the Georges de Latour has coasted on its legacy longer than its current quality justifies.
Sea Smoke Southing Sta. Rita Hills 2021 + Wagyu Filet
Sea Smoke's Southing is all bright cherry, silky tannins, and cool-climate restraint — exactly what you want against the rich, buttery fat of a Wagyu filet. The wine cuts through without fighting the beef, and at $240 it's a splurge that actually makes sense for the occasion.
✔️ The Bottom Line
Butcher & Rose is a genuinely impressive wine program for Columbus — 390 labels, a sommelier, and real regional depth aren't things you take for granted in this market. Just go in knowing you're paying steakhouse-in-a-major-hotel prices, because the markups are real and the list isn't built for the value-hunter.
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