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Reviewed by the RagingWine Tasting Desk · April 29, 2026
RagingWine reviewed Double Cut Steak House’s wine list and gave it The Reliable — RagingWine’s Vibe-Check rating. How RagingWine reviews wine lists →
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The wine list at Double Cut reads exactly like you'd expect from a resort steakhouse — and that's not entirely a bad thing. California Cabs front and center, a few French heavy-hitters for credibility, and enough range to keep a table of six happy without anyone having to think too hard. It's a greatest hits list, curated for people who already know what they want.
The 150-plus bottle list leans hard on California and France, which tracks with the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence they picked up in 2025 — those two regions are clearly where the buying attention goes. You've got the full steakhouse murderers' row: Caymus, Jordan, Silver Oak Alexander Valley, Stag's Leap, Chateau Montelena on the California side, and Chateau Lynch-Bages Pauillac plus Louis Jadot holding down the French flank. It's a confident, if predictable, selection — zero surprises, zero obscure producers, and almost no reason to stray from the Cab section if you're here for a ribeye. Duckhorn Merlot gets a nod for those who'd rather not fight the crowd for a Cab, which is a solid call.
Twelve to twenty pours by the glass is respectable for a steakhouse of this size, running $12–$20 a glass — fair for the context, though don't expect anything off the beaten path. The rotation feels static rather than curated; this is a set-it-and-forget-it program rather than a list someone is actively tending. Still, the anchors are solid enough that you won't be stuck with bad juice.
Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon — $40–$60 (estimated by-the-bottle range)
Jordan consistently punches above its price point in a steakhouse setting — polished, food-friendly, and a quieter flex than Caymus without the markup inflation. If you're ordering a bottle for the table, this is where we'd land.
Louis Jadot Burgundy
In a room full of Cab drinkers, the Jadot Burgundy gets overlooked almost every night — which is a shame. It's the most food-flexible bottle on the list and holds its own against a filet in a way the big California reds can't always manage.
Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon
Caymus is fine — it's always fine — but it's also one of the most marked-up bottles in American steakhouses, full stop. You're paying for the name recognition more than what's in the glass, and there are better Cabs on this list for the money.
Chateau Lynch-Bages Pauillac + 45 Day Dry-Aged 44 Farms 28oz Bone-In Ribeye
A properly aged Pauillac and a 45-day dry-aged bone-in ribeye is one of the more honest pairings in existence — the structured tannins cut through the fat, the cedar and dark fruit echo the beef's funk, and both get better for the company. This is the move if you're here to spend.
The Bottom Line
Double Cut is doing what a resort steakhouse should do — keeping the list serious enough to satisfy wine-forward diners without overwhelming a table that just wants a Cab with their ribeye. It's not adventurous, but it's competent, and the Wine Spectator nod confirms the basics are genuinely in order.
Avery Ranch · Round Rock · Italian / Pizza
Tony C's Avery Ranch earns its place as a reliable neighborhood wine option with a thoughtful Italian core and fair pricing that won't make you regret ordering a bottle. It's not a wine destination, but it's genuinely better than it has to be, and that counts for something.
Solid Range
Fair
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
Round Rock · Round Rock · Italian
North Italia Round Rock doesn't break any new ground, but the Italian-leaning selection, fair bottle pricing, and massive by-the-glass count make it a reliable dinner option for anyone who wants a real wine alongside their pasta. Send your friends here — just steer them away from the Duckhorn.
Crowd Pleasers
Fair
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
· Round Rock · Modern American
Grey Orchard isn't trying to be a wine destination, but the list punches above its 18-label weight class — fair prices, smart glass pour access, and the RARA bottles keeping things interesting. If you're in Round Rock and want a thoughtful glass over dinner without a lot of drama, this works.
Small but Thoughtful
Fair
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
Cedar Park · Round Rock · Wine Bar & New American
The Grove is doing something genuinely ambitious for the suburbs — a BTG program this wide and a selection this international deserves your attention. Send a curious friend here and tell them to skip the Mondavi.
Deep & Eclectic
Fair
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
Downtown/North Round Rock · Round Rock · Mexican
La Margarita is a perfectly good Mexican restaurant that has simply decided wine is not its problem. Order a margarita, enjoy your chips, and leave the wine list alone.
Grocery Store
Fair
Basic Stemmed
Rotating Cast
Set & Forget
Acceptable
La Frontera · Round Rock · Italian
Macaroni Grill's wine list is functional in the same way a vending machine is functional — it'll get you a drink, but nobody's excited about it. If wine matters to you even a little, you're better off at almost any independent Italian spot in the area.
Crowd Pleasers
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
Hartland · Hartland · Steak House
Palmer's is a reliable steakhouse wine list that delivers exactly what its suburban clientele wants — well-known California names, solid execution, and nothing too weird. If you're a wine adventurer, you'll want to temper expectations; if you're celebrating with a ribeye and a Jordan Cab, you'll leave satisfied.
Crowd Pleasers
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
Town Square · Jackson · Steak House
The Million Dollar Cowboy Steakhouse has a sommelier, a Wine Spectator credential, and a list that knows its audience — which is Jackson tourists who want great steak and great Napa Cab, full stop. Send a friend here if they want a proper California red with a serious piece of beef; just warn them to skip Opus One and let Jordan do the work.
Crowd Pleasers
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Knowledgeable & Friendly
Set & Forget
Proper
Downtown Milwaukee · Milwaukee · Steak House
Ward's House of Prime is exactly what it says it is: a classic Milwaukee steakhouse with a wine list built to match big cuts of beef. The Wine Spectator Award of Excellence is well-earned, but don't come looking for adventure — come looking for a great California Cab and a slab of prime rib.
Plays It Safe
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Proper
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