Mountain Elegance With a Serious Wine Backbone
Deer Valley (Silver Lake Village) · Park City · Fine Dining American / New American · Visit Website ↗
Reviewed June 13, 2026
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The wine list at The Mariposa arrives with the same confidence as the room itself — unhurried, polished, and clearly assembled by someone who takes this seriously. It's a proper fine-dining list, the kind that rewards the curious diner willing to look past the obvious anchors. Wine Spectator has taken notice, and sitting inside this mountain lodge at Deer Valley, it's easy to see why.
The list leans heavily into California — Opus One and Caymus Special Selection are front and center, which tells you a lot about who's eating here (wealthy skiers who know what they like). But there's real range underneath that marquee tier: France shows up meaningfully, including Domaine Leflaive's Puligny-Montrachet for those who want something cerebral rather than just impressive-sounding. The international breadth is genuine, not just for show. That said, gaps exist — we'd love to see more depth in Italy, the Rhône, and anything adventurous enough to surprise a regular.
By-the-glass specifics aren't published, and the restaurant doesn't make it easy to know what's pouring before you sit down. At an estimated $18–$30 per glass, you're in premium territory, which is expected for Deer Valley but means you'll want to ask the sommelier directly rather than guessing. The good news: there is a sommelier, and they appear engaged enough to actually guide you toward something worth the price.
Domaine Leflaive Puligny-Montrachet — $150–$200 (est.)
In a list dominated by California Cabs at resort markup, this Burgundy from one of the appellation's defining producers offers genuine terroir complexity and a reason to slow down. At fine-dining venues where Napa rules, Leflaive rarely gets the attention it deserves — and that sometimes keeps the markup in check relative to its peers.
Domaine Leflaive Puligny-Montrachet
When Opus One is on the table, most diners breeze past the white Burgundy section entirely. That's a mistake. Leflaive's Puligny is the kind of wine that makes a seared scallop course unforgettable — and in a room full of Cabernet drinkers, your bottle gets all the sommelier's attention.
Caymus Vineyards Special Selection Cabernet Sauvignon
Caymus Special Select is a perfectly fine wine — but it's also one of the most widely distributed bottles in upscale American dining, which means the markup at a resort like Deer Valley will be punishing. You can find this one everywhere; spend the same money here on something the sommelier actually had to hunt for.
Domaine Leflaive Puligny-Montrachet + Seared Scallops
Puligny-Montrachet at this level brings enough texture and minerality to stand up to a proper sear without overwhelming the sweetness of fresh scallops. The salinity in Leflaive's wines is almost purpose-built for seafood — it's the kind of pairing that feels obvious in retrospect and brilliant in the moment.
✔️ The Bottom Line
The Mariposa is the wine list you'd expect from one of Utah's premier resort dining rooms — well-curated, expertly served, and priced accordingly. If you're splitting a serious bottle over a tasting menu in the mountains, this is a legitimate destination; just go in knowing your wallet will feel the altitude.
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