The Pirates' House

The wine list at this 280-year-old Savannah landmark reads like an afterthought stapled to a place mat. You get the sense wine service isn't on anyone's priority list here—understandable given the pirate-themed tourist crowds, but disappointing nonetheless. The list skews generic with tourist-trap pricing that makes you wonder if they're charging for the ambiance or the actual bottle.

What's here is predictable and plays it extremely safe: Kendall-Jackson Chardonnay, Meiomi Pinot Noir, maybe a Ruffino Chianti if you're lucky. The focus is clearly on recognizable labels that won't scare off bus tour groups looking for something familiar. There's minimal depth, no regional focus beyond 'California and maybe Italy,' and zero adventurous picks. This is grocery store wine at restaurant markups, served in a historic building that deserves better.

Glass pours lean heavily on the usual suspects—expect Barefoot, Cavit, and other brands you'd find at a hotel bar. Selection is minimal, maybe five whites and five reds at most, with zero rotation or seasonal changes. If you're ordering by the glass here, you're paying $10-12 for wines that retail for $8 a bottle.