The Henry
Napa-heavy crowd-pleaser that plays it safe
Camelback Corridor · Scottsdale · American Brasserie · Visit Website ↗
Reviewed March 21, 2026
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First Impression
The wine list at The Henry reads like a greatest hits album of recognizable labels — Caymus, Stag's Leap, Nickel & Nickel — curated for the table that wants something they've already heard of. It's confident in its lane, which is fine, but don't come here hoping to discover anything you haven't already seen on a steakhouse menu in 2019. The sheer volume of options (50+ labels, 18+ by the glass) gives it weight, even if the adventurousness is thin.
Selection Deep Dive
California dominates from start to finish — Napa Cabs stack up like cordwood, with Caymus, Stag's Leap Artemis, Nickel & Nickel, and Daou Soul of a Lion all jostling for attention on the same list. There are gestures toward Italy (Pèppoli Chianti Classico, Prunotto Barolo) and France (Louis Jadot Pommard, Domaine Carneros bubbly), which adds some dimension, but this is still very much a West Coast-first program. Oregon shows up via The Four Graces Willamette Pinot and Böen Monterey Pinot covers the mid-range California slot — neither is a deep cut. New Zealand gets a nod with Vavasour Sauvignon Blanc, and Massican Napa Valley is a legitimately interesting white pick that feels slightly out of place in the best way.
By the Glass
Eighteen-plus pours by the glass is a solid number for a brasserie, running $12–$33, which means you can find an entry point without committing to a bottle. The range covers sparkling, white, and red reasonably well, though the selection skews predictable — you're not getting anything esoteric or experimental here. Rotation doesn't appear to be a priority; the program reads like it was set and left alone.
Vavasour Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand — $12/glass
At the low end of the glass pricing, Vavasour is a genuinely well-made Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc from a reliable producer — crisp, citrus-forward, and a legit QPR pick in a sea of marked-up California options.
Massican Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley, CA
Massican is one of the more interesting white wine producers in Napa — Dan Petroski makes Italian-inspired whites that almost nobody at The Henry is ordering because it's sitting next to Caymus. That's exactly why you should get it.
Neyers Chardonnay, Carneros, CA
At $95 on the list against a $50 retail price, this is a 90% markup on a wine you can easily find elsewhere. Neyers is fine, but fine doesn't justify paying that kind of premium — order the Vavasour and save the difference for dessert.
Pèppoli Chianti Classico, Tuscany, Italy + Chicken Under a Brick
Sangiovese's natural acidity and savory cherry fruit cut right through the roasted fat of a brick-pressed chicken — it's a classic Italian pairing logic applied to one of The Henry's most popular plates. It works, and it won't break the bank.
✔️ The Bottom Line
The Henry is a dependable wine stop for anyone who wants familiar, well-sourced bottles without surprises — just know you're paying for the comfort of recognition. If your table loves Napa Cab and isn't looking to be challenged, this list does exactly what it needs to do.
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