Henrietta Red
Coastal Vibes Meet Tennessee Hospitality
Germantown · Nashville · Oyster Bar & Seafood · Visit Website ↗
Reviewed March 2, 2026
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First Impression
The wine list at Henrietta Red plays it safe but smart, leaning heavily into coastal-friendly whites and crowd-pleasing bubbles that make sense with their oyster-forward menu. It's approachable without being boring, though you won't find any deep cuts or sommelier flex picks here.
Selection Deep Dive
The list skews predictably French and American, with a solid showing of Loire Valley whites and West Coast Chardonnays that pair naturally with raw bar offerings. You'll find classic Muscadet, Chablis, and Sancerre doing the heavy lifting alongside some California Pinot Noir for the landlocked crowd. The selection is restaurant-safe but well-considered, with enough variety to keep things interesting across a few visits. Regional depth is thin—this isn't the place for Jura or Austrian Grüner—but what's here works.
By the Glass
The glass pour program sticks to the hits: a Prosecco, a Provençal rosé, something from Burgundy, and a crisp Sauvignon Blanc. Pours rotate seasonally but not aggressively, and the selection is tailored to match the seafood-heavy menu without much risk-taking. Expect 8-10 options that won't surprise you but won't disappoint either.
Domaine de la Pépière Muscadet Sèvre-et-Maine — $42
Classic oyster companion at a price that won't make you wince—crisp, mineral, and made for shellfish
Matthiasson 'Linda Vista' Chardonnay
If it's on the list, this Napa white punches way above its weight—restrained, elegant, and proof that California can do subtlety
Whispering Angel Rosé
The most predictable rosé in America at a markup that assumes you don't know better—there are fresher options on the list
Chablis 1er Cru + East Coast Oysters
The minerality of Chablis mirrors the brine of cold-water oysters—it's a coastal pairing that's been working for centuries
✔️ The Bottom Line
Henrietta Red keeps it straightforward and seafood-smart. The wine list won't blow your mind, but it won't steer you wrong either—a solid neighborhood choice when you want bubbles and bivalves without overthinking it.
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