Seasons 52

Seasons 52's wine list feels very corporate-safe — the kind of selection built by committee to offend no one and delight few. You're looking at a book that hits the expected marks: California Chardonnay, Napa Cab, maybe a Malbec for the adventurous table. Nothing screams "wine destination," but nothing screams "run away" either.

The list leans heavily on recognizable labels that move volume without demanding much from the staff or the guest. Expect solid representation from Sonoma (think La Crema, Rodney Strong), decent Italian options like Ruffino Chianti or Banfi Brunello, and the obligatory New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc. What's missing is personality — no small producers, no natural wine experiments, no regional deep cuts from lesser-known appellations. It's the wine equivalent of a greatest hits album: you know every song, but you're not discovering anything new.

The glass pour program runs 12-15 options and rotates seasonally, which shows more effort than many chains. You'll find a Cakebread Chardonnay sitting next to a Meiomi Pinot Noir — safe pours that pair with the menu's wood-fired proteins and seasonal vegetables. Prices hover in the $12-16 range per glass, which feels steep for what you're getting but tracks with the polished-casual vibe.