Stoke

Stoke's wine program is a bit of a mystery from the outside—minimal online intel means you're walking in blind. The list appears to cover the bases without trying to reinvent the wheel, which in Charlotte's evolving wine scene can be either reassuring or boring depending on your mood.

We're reading between the lines here, but the vibe suggests a curated-but-safe approach: likely French and California heavy, with a nod to Italy and maybe Spain. Don't expect deep vertical Burgundy or esoteric natural wine—this feels like a list built for a broad crowd that wants recognizable names without getting homework. The range probably hovers in the 30-50 bottle zone, enough to give options without overwhelming the kitchen-focused operation. Gaps likely include anything too funky, older vintages, or serious cellar depth.

Glass pours are probably the standard 6-8 lineup: a Prosecco, a Sancerre or similar, a California Chardonnay, a Pinot, a Cab or Malbec, maybe a domestic rosé. Rotation feels seasonal at best—spring might bring something lighter, fall might add a GSM blend. Nothing revolutionary, but if they're pouring proper 5-6oz measures and keeping bottles fresh, it gets the job done for casual sippers.