Ray's at Killer Creek
Wine Spectator hardware and the list to back it up
Alpharetta · Atlanta · Steakhouse / Seafood · Visit Website ↗
Reviewed February 22, 2026
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First Impression
You do not earn a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence by accident. Ray's at Killer Creek carries the 2025 hardware and the cellar depth to justify it. The list is a sprawling, serious document that signals immediately — this kitchen takes wine as seriously as its steaks and seafood.
Selection Deep Dive
The list reads like a greatest-hits tour of California and beyond. Caymus Cabernet, Jordan, Opus One, and Robert Mondavi Reserve anchor the top shelf. But look past the trophy bottles and you find smart mid-range picks too — Dr. Loosen Riesling for the white wine crowd, J. Lohr Falcon's Perch Chardonnay for value seekers, and Chateau Puy-Blanquet Saint-Émilion for Bordeaux fans who do not need a second mortgage. Louis M. Martini Zinfandel rounds out the American reds. This is a list that rewards browsing.
By the Glass
The by-the-glass program matches the depth of the full list. Multiple varietals across price points mean you can taste your way through the menu without committing to a bottle. The Oysters and Martinis Hour running Monday through Friday from 4 to 6 PM adds a social dimension — though the wine pours during happy hour are the real reason to show up early.
J. Lohr Falcon's Perch Chardonnay — $12/glass
A clean, unfussy California Chardonnay at a steakhouse price point that does not make you wince. Smart ordering for the table while you study the bottle list.
Chateau Puy-Blanquet Saint-Émilion
Right Bank Bordeaux from a reliable estate that flies under the radar next to the Caymus and Opus One. Merlot-driven, elegant, and a fraction of the big-name prices.
Opus One
We love Opus but the restaurant markup on a bottle that already starts north of $400 retail makes it a flex purchase, not a value play. The Jordan and Caymus deliver comparable experiences for far less.
Louis M. Martini Zinfandel + Prime Ribeye
Zinfandel's bold fruit and peppery finish are a natural match for a well-marbled ribeye. The Martini bottling has enough structure to handle the char without overwhelming the beef.
🔥 The Bottom Line
Ray's at Killer Creek is the wine destination in Alpharetta. Wine Spectator agrees and so do we. Come for the seafood tower, stay because you just found a 2016 Bordeaux at a price that makes you order a second bottle.
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