California classics done right in South Carolina
Florence · Florence · Southern American, Steakhouse · Visit Website ↗
Reviewed April 23, 2026
Wingman Metrics
The wine list at Victors reads exactly like you'd expect from an upscale hotel steakhouse in Florence — California heavy, brand-name driven, and built to satisfy the business traveler who knows what Caymus is and isn't looking to experiment. It's comfortable in the way a well-worn blazer is comfortable. No surprises, no revelations, but also no embarrassments.
This is a California list through and through, and it doesn't pretend otherwise. The lineup leans hard on Napa Cabernet royalty — Silver Oak, Jordan, Stag's Leap, Caymus — with Duckhorn covering the Merlot column and Rombauer and Ferrari-Carano holding down Chardonnay. At 80-120 bottles, there's enough to browse without feeling overwhelmed, but don't come looking for Burgundy, Barolo, or anything with a funky natural wine label. The gaps are real: virtually no Old World representation, no sparkling to speak of, and the list hasn't taken many creative swings since earning its Wine Spectator Award of Excellence back in 2015.
With 10-16 pours available by the glass, there's a reasonable spread to work with for a pre-dinner pour or a solo diner who doesn't want to commit to a bottle. The by-the-glass program tracks the same California-forward theme as the bottle list — expect recognizable names rather than rotating gems. Don't expect the glass program to surprise you, but it gets the job done.
Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon — $65
Jordan is one of the most dependable Cabernets in the $40-70 range at retail, and in a steakhouse setting it punches well above its price point. If Victors is pricing this anywhere near fairly, it's the bottle to order.
Ferrari-Carano Chardonnay
Most tables at a steakhouse are going straight for Cab, which means Ferrari-Carano Chardonnay gets overlooked — and that's a mistake. It's a well-made, food-friendly Sonoma Chardonnay that holds its own against the scallops without breaking the bank.
Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon
Caymus is everywhere, and steakhouses know they can charge a premium for the name recognition alone. You're almost certainly paying a significant markup over the $70-80 retail price, and Jordan or Stag's Leap will deliver a better experience for the money.
Duckhorn Merlot + Steak
Duckhorn Merlot is plush enough to stand up to a well-marbled cut without the tannin wallop of a full Napa Cab — it lets the meat lead without the wine trying to arm-wrestle it.
✔️ The Bottom Line
Victors is a reliable wine stop for anyone who likes knowing exactly what they're getting — California icons, a decent glass program, and zero adventure tax. If you're in Florence and want a solid Cab with your steak, this gets the job done; just don't show up looking for discovery.
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