French bistro charm, markup needs some work
Downtown · El Paso · French · Visit Website ↗
Reviewed by the RagingWine Tasting Desk · April 17, 2026
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Walking into Entrecôte & Co, the wine list feels like it belongs with the cozy French bistro setting — a modest but considered selection that spans the globe without trying too hard. It's not intimidating, which is either a feature or a bug depending on what you came for. The vibe says 'nice dinner out,' the pricing says 'you're paying for the ambiance too.'
The list sits somewhere in the 30-60 bottle range with a genuinely international reach — California dominates with the usual crowd-pleasers, but there's enough breadth to suggest someone put thought into it beyond just ordering the Kendall-Jackson defaults. Napa and Sonoma anchor the American section with names like Juggernaut, Highway 12, and Frog's Leap keeping things recognizable. Gaps show up when you look for depth — don't expect a Burgundy rabbit hole or a serious Rhône section. It's a wine list built to serve the room, not to challenge it.
With 8-14 options by the glass, there's enough rotation to make a decision without a spreadsheet. The by-the-glass program feels adequate for a French bistro at this price point, though don't expect anything that'll make you put down your phone mid-scroll. Selection leans predictable — familiar faces from California — but they cover the bases.
Frog's Leap Merlot — $53
At 51% markup over retail, Frog's Leap is the least punishing bottle on this list. It's a well-made Napa Merlot that genuinely earns its place, and relative to the gouging happening elsewhere on this list, it's practically a favor.
Frog's Leap Merlot
Merlot gets eye-rolls at most tables, but Frog's Leap makes a case for the grape with real restraint and structure. In a room full of Cabernet-default diners, ordering this is quietly the smartest move at the table.
Highway 12 Sonoma California
A 127% markup on a $15 retail bottle is a hard pass. Highway 12 is an entry-level Sonoma label that doesn't warrant $34 anywhere, let alone next to your $60 ribeye. There are better ways to spend that money on this list.
Frog's Leap Merlot + Entrecôte (Ribeye Steak)
Frog's Leap Merlot has enough dark fruit and structure to stand up to a ribeye without steamrolling it — the wine's softer tannins let the beef do the talking while still holding its own. It's the kind of pairing that feels like it was planned even when it wasn't.
The Bottom Line
Entrecôte & Co is a genuinely nice spot for a French bistro dinner in El Paso, and the wine list won't ruin your night — but the markups on California staples will quietly sting if you're paying attention. Stick to Frog's Leap, avoid the value labels priced like prestige pours, and you'll leave happy.
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