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Updated April 2026
Reviewed March 16, 2026
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The wine list at Mastro's Ocean Club reads like a greatest hits album — Napa Cabs, French bubbles, a Chilean red for the table that ordered the ribeye. It's a list built for people who already know what they want and aren't here to be challenged. Nothing wrong with that, exactly, but don't come looking for discovery.
California dominates, as expected at a room this size and price point — Napa Chardonnay, Paso Robles Cabernet, and the kind of flagship bottles that look impressive on an expense report. There's a nod to France via Krug and gestures toward Chile and Italy, but these feel more like supporting cast than a genuine commitment to range. The DAOU 'Soul of a Lion' and Chateau Montelena Chardonnay anchor the upper end of the list with legitimate credibility. What's missing is anything off the beaten path — no serious Burgundy depth, no natural wine, no regional curiosity to reward the adventurous diner.
With 18+ options running $11–$33 a glass, the BTG program is one of the stronger aspects of the list — plenty of room to find something that works without committing to a bottle. The range covers sparkling through red, with price points spread enough to suit a solo diner nursing a Grenache or a table going big on Champagne. Rotation doesn't appear to be a priority, and the list skews toward reliable commercial producers over anything that would raise an eyebrow.
Mer Soleil Chardonnay — $33
At 32% above retail, this is the least-punishing markup on the list — and for a bottle, that's saying something at Mastro's. Solid Central Coast Chardonnay that won't embarrass you.
Thistledown Gorgeous Grenache
It's easy to scroll past this in a room full of Cabs and Chardonnay, but Thistledown's Grenache from Australia is the kind of lighter-touch red that actually works with a broader range of dishes. Most tables will ignore it entirely, which means more for you.
Candoni Prosecco NV
A 167% markup on a $15 retail Prosecco is a tough sell anywhere, but especially at a restaurant charging these prices. If you want bubbles, spend up to the Krug or skip Prosecco entirely — this one isn't worth the math.
Chateau Montelena Chardonnay + Chilean Sea Bass
The Montelena is restrained for a Napa Chardonnay — enough body to stand up to a buttery sea bass without drowning it. It's the most food-friendly high-end white on the list and it earns its price tag here.
✔️ The Bottom Line
Mastro's Ocean Club is a reliable wine destination in the sense that you won't go home frustrated — but the steep markups and crowd-pleasing list mean you're mostly paying for the room, not the bottle. Go in knowing what you want, lean toward the by-the-glass program, and skip the cheap bubbles.
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Crowd Pleasers
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Active Program
Acceptable
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Crowd Pleasers
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Knowledgeable & Friendly
Set & Forget
Proper
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Solid Range
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Knowledgeable & Friendly
Set & Forget
Proper
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Crowd Pleasers
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
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Small but Thoughtful
Steep
Varietal Specific
Knowledgeable & Friendly
Set & Forget
Proper
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Solid Range
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Occasional
Proper
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