Intimate Nashville spot with solid fundamentals
The Gulch · Nashville · New American · Visit Website ↗
Reviewed March 2, 2026
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Walking into The 404 Kitchen, the wine list reads like a safe neighborhood pick—nothing that'll blow your mind, but nothing that'll embarrass you either. It's the kind of list built for date nights and business dinners where wine matters but isn't the main event.
The selection skews Old World with a focus on France and Italy, hitting the expected regions: Burgundy, Bordeaux, Rhône, Tuscany, Piedmont. There's a respectable showing of domestic bottles from California and Oregon, leaning toward established names rather than garage producers. The list avoids deep cuts or natural wine experiments, sticking to recognizable labels that won't scare off conservative drinkers. Depth is middling—you'll find multiple price points in major regions, but don't expect bin numbers or library vintages.
The glass program runs about 10-12 options, rotating seasonally with a mix of whites, reds, and a sparkling option. Pricing sits in the $12-18 range per pour, which tracks for Nashville's upscale-casual scene. Pours are generous and the selections favor crowd-pleasers like Sancerre, Oregon Pinot, and accessible Rhône blends over anything adventurous.
Domaine de la Mordorée Tavel Rosé — $52
Full-bodied rosé from the Southern Rhône that drinks way bigger than its price tag suggests—serious food wine that handles rich dishes
Château de Pibarnon Bandol Rouge
Mourvèdre-driven Provence red that most people skip because they think Provence = rosé—this bottle has structure and age-worthiness
Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon
Marked up to $140+ for a $60 retail bottle that you can find at any steakhouse—Nashville pricing on autopilot
Trimbach Pinot Gris Reserve + Pan-Seared Scallops
Alsatian richness and texture matches the scallop sweetness without overwhelming delicate seafood flavors
✔️ The Bottom Line
The 404 Kitchen won't give you wine list FOMO, but it won't let you down either. It's the reliable friend who shows up on time—just don't expect fireworks.
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Solid Range
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Knowledgeable & Friendly
Set & Forget
Proper
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Crowd Pleasers
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Knowledgeable & Friendly
Set & Forget
Proper
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Plays It Safe
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Knowledgeable & Friendly
Set & Forget
Proper
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Plays It Safe
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Proper
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Deep & Eclectic
Steep
Varietal Specific
Knowledgeable & Friendly
Set & Forget
Proper
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Deep & Eclectic
Steep
Varietal Specific
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Proper
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Small but Thoughtful
Fair
Basic Stemmed
Knowledgeable & Friendly
Active Program
Acceptable
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Crowd Pleasers
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
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Ambra is a nice room with a lazy wine list — one that coasts on brand familiarity and banks on diners not noticing the markup. Order a cocktail, or bring a bottle if corkage is an option.
Crowd Pleasers
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Rotating Cast
Set & Forget
Acceptable
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