Name Promises Wine, Details Are Hazy
Downtown Savannah · Savannah · Contemporary American · Visit Website ↗
Updated June 2026
Reviewed February 21, 2026
Wingman Metrics
The name literally has 'Wine' in it, which sets expectations high. The list itself lives somewhere in that comfortable middle ground where you won't find anything revolutionary, but you probably won't get gouged either. It's the kind of place that knows wine matters to its crowd without making it the entire personality.
The selection reads like someone curated it with care a few years back and has been maintaining rather than innovating since. You'll find solid California representations—probably some Napa Cab, Central Coast Pinot—alongside safe European picks like Châteauneuf-du-Pape and Chianti Classico. The list likely skews domestic with about 60% California, 20% Old World classics, and the rest filling in Pacific Northwest and maybe some Argentina. It's not breaking new ground, but it covers the bases competently enough for Savannah's dining scene.
The glass pour program appears functional but not flashy. Expect 8-12 options that rotate seasonally rather than weekly, heavy on crowd-pleasers like Malbec, Pinot Grigio, and a buttery Chardonnay. They're keeping wines accessible rather than adventurous, which works for a neighborhood spot but won't excite anyone who spends time on wine Instagram.
2021 Imagery Estate Malbec — $48
California Malbec that overdelivers on fruit concentration without the Argentine price creep
2020 Domaine de la Janasse Côtes du Rhône
Most people skip past entry-level Rhône, but this producer's village wine drinks like something twice the price with serious depth
Rombauer Chardonnay
It's everywhere, it's safe, and you're paying $20 extra for the name recognition—drink it at someone else's house
2021 Tyler Pinot Noir Sanford & Benedict + Pan-Roasted Duck Breast
Santa Barbara Pinot has the acidity to cut through rich poultry while the earthy undertones complement any mushroom or root vegetable sides
✔️ The Bottom Line
Local 11ten won't blow your mind, but it won't disappoint your wallet either. It's the reliable date who shows up on time with flowers—not thrilling, but you could do a lot worse in Savannah.
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
· Atlanta · Contemporary American
By George is a fine place to drink wine if you know what you're walking into — a curated-but-safe list built for a stylish crowd that wants rosé and bubbles without friction. Come for the Crémant and the Tavel; don't expect to find anything that'll make you rethink your relationship with wine.
Plays It Safe
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Rotating Cast
Set & Forget
Acceptable
La Jolla · Chula Vista · Contemporary American
Nine-Ten is a genuinely good restaurant with a competent wine program — the sommelier is present, the list is legitimate, and the setting earns the price of admission. But the markups are aggressive enough that you'll want to be selective, because this list can eat your wallet if you reach for the obvious names.
Solid Range
Steep
Varietal Specific
Knowledgeable & Friendly
Set & Forget
Proper
Downtown · Winston Salem · Contemporary American
Sir Winston is the rare hotel restaurant that makes a real effort on wine, and for Winston-Salem, that counts for a lot. Pricing runs steep enough that you'll feel it by the second bottle, but the selection earns at least one visit from anyone who takes wine seriously.
Solid Range
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
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