Great Mountain, Forgettable Wine List
Teton Village · Jackson Hole · American, Après-Ski Bar, Comfort Food · Visit Website ↗
Reviewed May 23, 2026
Wingman Metrics
The wine list at RPK3 is basically an afterthought — a few laminated lines tucked between the beer taps and cocktail specials. You're at the base of one of the best ski mountains in North America, and the wine program feels like it was assembled by someone who had ten minutes and a Costco membership.
The list tops out at maybe a dozen labels, all leaning on generic California house pours with no producer identity to speak of. There's no regional story here, no nod to interesting producers, no attempt to do anything beyond the absolute minimum. The sparkling option is a basic Prosecco that exists purely to fill a checkbox. Wine is clearly the fourth or fifth priority behind beer, cocktails, food, and probably the playlist.
You get roughly six to eight pours by the glass, anchored by house Cabernet and house Chardonnay from California — both anonymous enough that the producer name doesn't appear to matter to anyone involved. A seasonal rosé shows up occasionally, which is the closest thing to a thoughtful choice on this list. At $10–$15 a glass for brand-level juice, the value proposition is not strong.
Rosé by the glass — $12
If it's on, the seasonal rosé is your best bet — likely a Provence-style or domestic pour that at least gestures toward something intentional. Drink it cold on the deck and don't overthink it.
Prosecco by the glass
It's basic, yes, but a cold glass of Prosecco after a hard run down Corbet's Couloir is actually a pretty reasonable life decision. Manage expectations and it delivers.
House Cabernet Sauvignon
At $12–$15 a glass, you're paying après-ski prices for a wine that belongs on a grocery store shelf. The markup does not match the quality, and there are better ways to spend that money at this bar.
Rosé by the glass + Classic Cheeseburger
A cold, dry rosé has enough acidity to cut through a greasy cheeseburger after a morning on the mountain. It's not a revelation — it's just the least wrong call on a short list.
❌ The Bottom Line
RPK3 is a legitimately fun après-ski spot, but the wine list is not why you're here. Order a beer or a cocktail, enjoy the mountain, and come back to wine when you're somewhere that cares about it.
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Bubba's doesn't pretend to be a wine destination, and we respect the honesty — but the list is the definition of set-it-and-forget-it. Order a beer, enjoy the ribs, and save your wine curiosity for somewhere that reciprocates.
Grocery Store
Fair
Basic Stemmed
MIA
Set & Forget
Acceptable
Teton Village · Jackson Hole · Outdoor Bar
The Handle Bar is the kind of wine program that does exactly what it needs to do for its setting — no more, no less. You'll drink well here if you pick smart, but this isn't a destination for wine people so much as a very competent resort bar that happens to have Opus One on the list.
Solid Range
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Knowledgeable & Friendly
Set & Forget
Proper
Downtown Jackson · Jackson Hole · Cafe / Bakery
Persephone isn't a wine destination, but it absolutely punches above its weight for what it is — a bakery-café with a genuinely thoughtful short list of natural pours at fair prices. If you're in Jackson and want a glass of something interesting without the steakhouse markup, this is your move.
Small but Thoughtful
Fair
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
Town of Jackson · Jackson Hole · French-Inspired Bistro
The Bistro earns its stripes as a reliable wine destination in Jackson Hole — the sommelier influence is visible, the European focus is coherent, and the list has depth worth exploring. Just go in knowing the markups are hotel-resort territory, and steer toward the Old World bottles where the curation is strongest.
Solid Range
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Knowledgeable & Friendly
Set & Forget
Proper
East of Jackson · Jackson Hole · Steakhouse / Grill
The Grill at Spring Creek Ranch delivers a competent, crowd-pleasing wine list that matches the lodge aesthetic perfectly — reliable, a little expensive, and zero risk. If you're here for the views and the bison, you'll drink well enough; just don't come expecting the list to match the drama outside the window.
Plays It Safe
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
Town Square · Jackson Hole · Tapas / Wine Bar
Bin22 is the wine bar that has no business being this good in the middle of Wyoming ski country, and that's exactly why we're sending people here. If you're in Jackson Hole and you care about what's in your glass, this is the only address that matters.
Deep & Eclectic
Fair
Basic Stemmed
Knowledgeable & Friendly
Set & Forget
Proper
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