California Classics, Steak, No Surprises
Fort Myers · Fort Myers · Steakhouse · Visit Website ↗
Reviewed April 6, 2026
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The wine list at Connors reads like a greatest hits album you've heard a hundred times — Caymus, Silver Oak, Rombauer, Jordan. There's nothing wrong with any of it, but don't come here expecting discovery. It's a steakhouse list built for people who already know what they want.
The list leans hard into California, specifically Napa and Sonoma, with Cabernet Sauvignon doing most of the heavy lifting — which makes sense given the wood-fired steak program. Beyond the marquee reds, you'll find Rombauer holding down the Chardonnay side for the butter-bomb crowd and Meiomi showing up as the token Pinot Noir. Other regions barely get a seat at the table, and if you're hunting for anything from Burgundy, the Rhône, or even a serious Barolo, you're going to be disappointed. The list is competent and crowd-friendly, but it's essentially a California wine shop with a steakhouse attached.
The by-the-glass program runs 10 to 16 options and stays squarely in the $10–$18 range, which is on the higher end for what's being poured. You're not getting anything adventurous here — expect the same California stalwarts that anchor the bottle list, with a token white and a predictable rosé rounding things out. Rotation appears minimal; this is a set-and-forget program.
Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon — $38
At the lower end of the bottle price range, Jordan Alexander Valley delivers consistent, food-friendly Cabernet that punches above its price point at the table. It's the most drinkable and honest pick on a list that otherwise trends toward trophy bottles marked up for the occasion.
Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon
Most tables at a place like this go straight for Caymus or Silver Oak on name recognition alone. Jordan quietly outperforms both for approachability and is easier on the wallet — worth the pivot if your server even mentions it.
Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon
Caymus is a reliable crowd-pleaser that restaurants love to mark up because diners recognize the name. At a steakhouse in a tourist-friendly waterfront market, you're paying a significant premium for brand familiarity. The wine is fine; the price is not.
Silver Oak Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon + Premium Aged Steak
Silver Oak's Alexander Valley is built for exactly this moment — its softer tannins and vanilla-forward oak profile are a textbook match for a well-aged, wood-fired cut. It's not a groundbreaking pairing, but it's a reliable one that earns its keep on a list this California-focused.
✔️ The Bottom Line
Connors is a safe, competent steakhouse wine list that delivers what it promises — California Cabs, familiar names, and zero risk. Send a friend here for a solid steak night, but don't send them expecting to learn anything new about wine.
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Crowd Pleasers
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
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Crowd Pleasers
Fair
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
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Solid Range
Fair
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
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Crowd Pleasers
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Rotating Cast
Occasional
Acceptable
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Crowd Pleasers
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Rotating Cast
Set & Forget
Acceptable
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Solid Range
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Proper
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Grocery Store
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Rotating Cast
Set & Forget
Acceptable
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Grocery Store
Steep
Basic Stemmed
MIA
Set & Forget
Acceptable
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Grocery Store
Fair
Basic Stemmed
MIA
Set & Forget
Acceptable
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