Husk
Southern Roots Meet Smart Regional Pours
Downtown Nashville · Nashville · Southern · Visit Website ↗
Reviewed March 2, 2026
Wingman Metrics
First Impression
Husk's wine list reads like it's trying to match the Southern reverence they show for their ingredients — regional bottles, thoughtful American selections, nothing too showy. The list skews toward approachable wines that won't fight with pork fat and cornbread, which is exactly the point.
Selection Deep Dive
The focus here is clearly American regionalism with a bent toward producers who share Husk's farm-to-table ethos. Expect Virginia Viognier, Finger Lakes Riesling, and West Coast Pinot alongside a small but serviceable Old World section for balance. The list isn't massive, but it's curated with purpose — wines that complement smoked meats, pickled vegetables, and buttermilk biscuits without overthinking it. Burgundy and Loire selections fill the European gaps, though depth is limited.
By the Glass
Glass pours run about 6-8 options with a solid split between white, red, and something sparkling. Rotation happens seasonally to match menu shifts, which shows they're paying attention. Expect affordable domestic options in the $12-16 range with one or two splurge glasses for date night.
Bloomer Creek 'Tanzen Feld' Riesling, Finger Lakes — $52
Dry, mineral-driven, cuts through rich Southern cooking like a champ — drinks way above its price point
Early Mountain Eluvium, Virginia
Virginia's answer to Rhône blends that most people sleep on — smoky, peppery, perfect with charcuterie
House Chardonnay by the glass
Generic California oak-bomb that clashes with everything — spring for the Riesling or rosé instead
Eyrie Vineyards Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley + Wood-Fired Pork Chop
Silky Oregon Pinot with enough earth and spice to stand up to smoke and charred fat without overpowering
✔️ The Bottom Line
Husk gets the assignment: pair wines with bold Southern flavors without turning it into a sommelier circus. The list won't blow your mind, but it won't wreck your wallet either.
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