The Grill
Solid Steakhouse Pours in a Wine Desert
Naples · Naples · American Steakhouse
Reviewed February 24, 2026
Wingman Metrics
First Impression
The wine list at The Grill reads like every other upscale steakhouse in Southwest Florida: Napa Cabs, big-brand Chardonnays, and markups that assume you're paying with house-sale money. Nothing here will surprise you, but nothing will embarrass you either.
Selection Deep Dive
The list skews heavily toward California and familiar French regions—think Caymus, Silver Oak, and a few Bordeaux that get wheeled out for celebrations. There's a token Italian section with the usual suspects (Barolo, Brunello) and enough Pinot Noir to keep the lighter-red crowd happy. Depth is sacrificed for breadth, and breadth is sacrificed for brands people recognize. You won't find natural wines, orange wines, or anything that requires explanation.
By the Glass
Glass pours lean predictable: a domestic Chardonnay around $14, a Malbec that does the job, maybe a Sancerre if you're lucky. The rotation is more 'annual' than 'seasonal'—these bottles aren't going anywhere until they're empty. Count on 8-10 options that cover the bases without taking risks.
Columbia Crest Grand Estates Cabernet Sauvignon — $42
Solid Washington Cab with plenty of fruit and structure for $42—a rare reasonable markup in a sea of $80 Napa bottles
Domaine Chandon Brut Classic
Most people sleep on California sparklers at steakhouses, but this Napa méthode traditionnelle has enough acid to cut through butter-poached lobster and costs half what Champagne does here
Kendall-Jackson Vintner's Reserve Chardonnay
At $58 a bottle, you're paying $40 over retail for something you can grab at any grocery store—order literally anything else
Duckhorn Merlot + Bone-In Ribeye
Merlot gets dismissed at steakhouses, but Duckhorn's plush blackberry fruit and soft tannins let the beef's char and fat shine without a tug-of-war
✔️ The Bottom Line
The Grill won't wow anyone hunting for natural wines or rare finds, but if you need a dependable Cab with your steak in Naples, it gets the job done. Just don't look too hard at the markups.
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