Southern Hospitality Meets Approachable Wine
Downtown · Asheville · Southern · Visit Website ↗
Updated September 2026
Reviewed February 21, 2026 · How we review
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Wingman Metrics
The list leans Southern-friendly without being predictable—think approachable American and French bottles that won't fight with pimento cheese or fried green tomatoes. The vibe is confident enough to work, even if it's not going to blow minds. This is a restaurant that gets wine matters, even if it's not the star of the show.
You'll find a respectable spread of American producers—California Chardonnay and Pinot, some Oregon representation, a handful of Virginia bottles nodding to regional pride. The Old World side skews French: Loire Valley whites, Rhône reds, some entry-level Burgundy that won't destroy your credit card. There's enough depth to avoid boredom, but don't expect a cellar full of unicorns. The list does its job: complement the food without demanding a sommelier translator.
The glass program runs around 10-12 pours, rotating seasonally with an eye toward food-friendly options. You'll see a sparkling option, a crisp white or two, maybe a rosé in warmer months, and a handful of reds that range from light to medium-bodied. Nothing groundbreaking, but nothing offensive either—solid choices that pair well with the menu's smokehouse-meets-garden style.
Domaine de la Pepiere Muscadet — $48
Oyster-friendly Loire white with serious acidity and minerality that cuts through rich Southern cooking—drinks way above its price point
Staete Landt Pinot Noir, Marlborough
New Zealand Pinot that most people sleep on because they're stuck on Sauvignon Blanc—earthy, elegant, and brilliant with duck or pork
House Chardonnay by the glass
Overworked California butter bomb that's marked up and fights instead of complements—spend $3 more for something with actual character
Famille Perrin Côtes du Rhône Reserve + Wood-fired pork chop with collard greens
The Grenache-based red has enough fruit to handle the char and smoke, while the earthiness plays perfectly with those bitter greens
The Bottom Line
Husk isn't trying to be a wine destination, and that's fine—it's a solid supporting cast to excellent Southern cooking. The list is fair, approachable, and won't leave you feeling gouged or bored.
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Solid Range
Fair
Basic Stemmed
Knowledgeable & Friendly
Set & Forget
Proper
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Plays It Safe
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Proper
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Solid Range
Fair
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
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Deep & Eclectic
Steep
Varietal Specific
Knowledgeable & Friendly
Seasonal Rotation
Proper
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Grocery Store
Gouge
Red Flag
MIA
Set & Forget
Hot Mess
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Solid Range
Fair
Stemless Casual
Willing but Green
Occasional
Acceptable
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Crowd Pleasers
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Rotating Cast
Set & Forget
Acceptable
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Small but Thoughtful
Fair
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
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