Morton's The Steakhouse
Big Napa energy, predictable but never disappointing
Downtown Richmond · Richmond · Classic American Steakhouse · Visit Website ↗
Reviewed March 20, 2026
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First Impression
The wine list arrives and it feels like a declaration of intent — 300+ bottles, white tablecloths, and a room that screams 'expense account.' This is Napa-or-bust territory, designed for people who order the bone-in ribeye and want a Cabernet to match without having to think too hard about it. It's polished, it's serious, and it does not apologize for any of it.
Selection Deep Dive
Napa Valley dominates the conversation here, with heavy hitters like Opus One and the Orin Swift Papillon anchoring the upper end of the list. France and the Pacific Northwest make appearances — Argyle's Willamette Valley Pinot Noir and Browne Family Vineyards out of Columbia Valley are solid nods to regions beyond California — but this list is clearly built around power reds for power diners. Chile and Sonoma round out the geography without adding much surprise. The white wine side is thinner, with Rombauer Chardonnay doing the heavy lifting in a very California-centric way.
By the Glass
Eighteen-plus options by the glass is a respectable showing for a steakhouse, running $10–$24 per pour. Caymus Cabernet at $52 for a 6oz glass is the splurge option that will absolutely appear on someone's credit card statement with regret. The range covers the predictable bases — Chardonnay, Cab, bubbles — without venturing anywhere adventurous, but the quality floor is high.
Merryvale Profile, Napa Valley 2020 — $130
On a list where Opus One runs $360 and the Papillon hits $625, a Napa Bordeaux-style blend at $130 that drinks at this level is the most sensible play on the menu. Profile punches well above its price relative to its neighbors here.
Argyle Reserve Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley
In a room full of Cabernet maximalists, the Argyle Reserve Pinot gets overlooked — which is a shame. Willamette Valley Pinot alongside a filet is a lighter, more nuanced call that most Morton's regulars will never make. Their loss.
Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley (by the glass)
At $52 for a 6oz pour, you're paying a premium for a wine you could find at most retail shops for $80 a bottle. The math doesn't work in your favor — order a bottle of something more interesting instead.
Orin Swift Papillon, Napa Valley 2017 + Bone-in Ribeye
The Papillon is a big, structured Napa Bordeaux blend built for exactly this moment — a slab of USDA Prime beef with serious fat and char. It's an obvious pairing, sure, but obvious exists for a reason.
✔️ The Bottom Line
Morton's Richmond delivers exactly what it promises: a deep, Napa-forward list with proper service and the kind of glassware that means someone actually thought about what they were pouring. The markups are real and the list won't surprise anyone, but if you're here for a steakhouse wine experience rather than an adventure, this is a reliable place to spend your money.
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