Napa-heavy and proud of it, no apologies
Downtown Jackson · Jackson Hole · Steakhouse / Contemporary American · Visit Website ↗
Reviewed May 21, 2026
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The list arrives looking like a love letter to Napa Valley, and honestly, the room earns it — clubby, underground, the kind of place where someone's definitely ordering a Caymus without looking at the price. It's polished and intentional, built for the crowd that flies into Jackson Hole and wants big American reds to match big American steaks. No surprises here, but no embarrassments either.
The 150-plus selections lean hard on Napa and Sonoma, with Bordeaux and Burgundy showing up to add some old-world credibility. The California anchor lineup — Caymus, Jordan, Silver Oak, Duckhorn, Opus One — reads like a greatest hits of safely recognizable labels, which is exactly what the clientele wants. Burgundy and Bordeaux sections likely exist to give the sommelier something to talk about, but we'd wager the vast majority of bottles leaving the cellar are California reds. The geographic range is narrower than the list size suggests; this is a steakhouse wine list, not a wine bar wine list.
With 12 to 20 pours available, the by-the-glass program is one of the stronger aspects here — enough options that you're not stuck choosing between house Chardonnay and house Cab. Expect the usual suspects in the pour lineup, heavy on California producers with prices that reflect the zip code. Rotation doesn't appear to be a priority, so don't count on anything too adventurous showing up mid-season.
Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon — null
Among the recognizable names on this list, Jordan consistently punches above what restaurants charge for it relative to retail. It's the pick when you want a proper Sonoma Cab without walking into Opus One territory on the bill.
Duckhorn Merlot
Everyone at this table is ordering Cab, which means the Duckhorn Merlot gets overlooked constantly. It's a serious, structured wine that holds its own against a ribeye and typically comes in under the Cab tier on pricing — that's the move.
Opus One
Opus One is a genuinely great wine, but at a high-end resort steakhouse in Jackson Hole, the markup on something this recognizable is going to be eye-watering. You're paying for the label twice — once at the winery and once for the privilege of ordering it here.
Silver Oak Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon + Dry-aged ribeye
Silver Oak Alexander Valley is built for exactly this moment — it has enough fruit weight to stand up to dry-aged beef fat and just enough structure to cut through without overwhelming the meat. Classic pairing for a reason.
✔️ The Bottom Line
The Restaurant at White Buffalo Club is exactly what it wants to be: a confident, Napa-forward steakhouse list in a room where the wine is expected to be as serious as the beef. The markups sting and the adventurous drinker won't find much to explore, but if you're here for a big California red with a big steak, the cellar and the staff will take care of you.
Jackson Town · Jackson Hole · Barbecue
Bubba's doesn't pretend to be a wine destination, and we respect the honesty — but the list is the definition of set-it-and-forget-it. Order a beer, enjoy the ribs, and save your wine curiosity for somewhere that reciprocates.
Grocery Store
Fair
Basic Stemmed
MIA
Set & Forget
Acceptable
Teton Village · Jackson Hole · Outdoor Bar
The Handle Bar is the kind of wine program that does exactly what it needs to do for its setting — no more, no less. You'll drink well here if you pick smart, but this isn't a destination for wine people so much as a very competent resort bar that happens to have Opus One on the list.
Solid Range
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Knowledgeable & Friendly
Set & Forget
Proper
Downtown Jackson · Jackson Hole · Cafe / Bakery
Persephone isn't a wine destination, but it absolutely punches above its weight for what it is — a bakery-café with a genuinely thoughtful short list of natural pours at fair prices. If you're in Jackson and want a glass of something interesting without the steakhouse markup, this is your move.
Small but Thoughtful
Fair
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
Town of Jackson · Jackson Hole · French-Inspired Bistro
The Bistro earns its stripes as a reliable wine destination in Jackson Hole — the sommelier influence is visible, the European focus is coherent, and the list has depth worth exploring. Just go in knowing the markups are hotel-resort territory, and steer toward the Old World bottles where the curation is strongest.
Solid Range
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Knowledgeable & Friendly
Set & Forget
Proper
East of Jackson · Jackson Hole · Steakhouse / Grill
The Grill at Spring Creek Ranch delivers a competent, crowd-pleasing wine list that matches the lodge aesthetic perfectly — reliable, a little expensive, and zero risk. If you're here for the views and the bison, you'll drink well enough; just don't come expecting the list to match the drama outside the window.
Plays It Safe
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
Town Square · Jackson Hole · Tapas / Wine Bar
Bin22 is the wine bar that has no business being this good in the middle of Wyoming ski country, and that's exactly why we're sending people here. If you're in Jackson Hole and you care about what's in your glass, this is the only address that matters.
Deep & Eclectic
Fair
Basic Stemmed
Knowledgeable & Friendly
Set & Forget
Proper
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