Savannah Standard with Safe Bets All Around
Historic District · Savannah · American
Reviewed by the RagingWine Tasting Desk · February 21, 2026
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We walked in hoping for a wine list that matched Savannah's charm, but what we got was more predictable than exciting. The list reads like it was assembled from a distributor's greatest hits catalog—safe, familiar, and priced for tourists who won't ask questions.
The selection leans heavily on California Cabs and Chardonnays you'd find at any chain restaurant across America. There's a token Malbec from Argentina, a Pinot Grigio from Italy, and maybe a Sancerre if you're lucky, but nothing that suggests anyone spent real time curating this list. The Old World representation is thin, with France getting one or two Bordeaux entries and Spain showing up as a single Rioja. No natural wines, no orange wines, no adventure—just the kind of list designed not to offend anyone, which also means it won't thrill anyone.
The glass pour program is functional but uninspired, likely featuring six to eight options that rotate seasonally at best. Expect the usual suspects: a California Chardonnay around $12-14, a Pinot Noir in the mid-teens, and a Prosecco to start. Nothing wrong with these picks, but nothing memorable either. The pours are generous enough, which softens the blow of markup that probably hovers around 3.5x retail.
La Crema Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir — $48
Reliable producer, decent fruit, and while the markup stings, it's drinkable and won't embarrass you at the table
Trimbach Riesling
If they have it, this Alsatian classic is crisp, food-friendly, and often overlooked by Chardonnay lovers—grab it
Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon
Marked up to $110+ for a $60 retail bottle that's more brand recognition than substance—total tourist trap
Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc + Shrimp and Grits
The bright acidity cuts through butter and cream while the citrus notes play nicely with Old Bay seasoning
The Bottom Line
Henrys does the job if you're already there for the food and need something wet in your glass. But we're not sending anyone here specifically for the wine—there's no passion in this program, just inventory management.
Downtown Savannah · Savannah · Farm to Table, Seasonal
The 1540 Room is a dependable, well-curated list in one of Savannah's most atmospheric dining rooms — you won't find anything to argue with, but you won't find anything to be shocked by either. Send your friends here when they want a great bottle with a great meal and zero drama.
Solid Range
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Proper
Historic District · Savannah · Port City Southern
The Grey proves that a curated, adventurous wine list can be just as impressive as a 700-bottle cellar. James Beard Outstanding Chef Mashama Bailey's food demands a wine program that matches its ambition, and the sommelier team delivers — with indigenous varietals, natural wines, and by-the-glass pours you won't find anywhere else in the Southeast. Come for the food, stay for the wine education you didn't know you needed.
Adventurous & Curated
Worth It
Varietal Specific
Sommelier Led
Seasonal Rotation
Proper
Thomas Square · Savannah · Southern
Common Thread is Savannah's rising wine sleeper. Libby Burk is building one of the most interesting sommelier-driven programs in the Southeast — indigenous varietals, natural wines, and a genuine passion for making wine accessible and fun. Not as deep as Common's 710-bottle cathedral, not as famous as The Grey's James Beard pedigree, but arguably the most exciting wine program in town for anyone who wants to learn something new every visit.
Adventurous
Fair
Proper
Sommelier Led
Wine Club & Events
Proper
Historic District · Savannah · Southern American
Common isn't just the best wine program in Savannah — it's one of the best in the Southeast. 710 selections including first-growth Bordeaux verticals, Grand Cru Burgundy, and Napa trophy wines, backed by a three-sommelier team. The $25 corkage fee is fair if you bring something the list doesn't cover, but good luck finding a gap. Plan a trip around this one.
Encyclopedic
Fair
Varietal Specific
Sommelier Team
Rotating
Cellar Proper
Historic District · Savannah · Southern American
Come for the pirate history and the She-Crab soup, but leave wine expectations at the door. This list exists to fill a checkbox, not to enhance your meal—order a cocktail or local beer instead.
Crowd Pleasers
Gouge
Red Flag
Rotating Cast
Set & Forget
Acceptable
Historic District · Savannah · Italian Steakhouse
Pacifico won't change your wine life, but it won't ruin your dinner either. If you're here for the steaks and want a safe Italian red, you'll be fine. Just don't expect value or adventure.
Crowd Pleasers
Steep
Stemless Casual
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
Eagle Ranch · Vail · American
The Wild Sage is your dependable neighborhood spot in Eagle Ranch — the wine list won't blow your mind, but it won't embarrass you at dinner either. Watch the markups on the top-shelf Napa bottles and stick to the mid-range, and you'll be fine.
Crowd Pleasers
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
Downtown Waterfront · Traverse City · American
Warehouse Kitchen + Cork won't win any awards for depth or ambition, but it plays its hand honestly — fair prices, solid local representation, and a full by-the-glass program that respects your wallet. If you're in Traverse City and want a glass of something local with a water view, this works.
Crowd Pleasers
Fair
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
West Truckee · Truckee · American
Sunnyside is a casual lodge restaurant wearing a serious wine list under its flannel — the markup is steep and it won't win any awards for staff expertise, but the producer lineup is legitimately impressive for where you're sitting. If you're already at the lake, this is absolutely worth ordering a real bottle.
Solid Range
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Occasional
Acceptable
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