Bistro Romano

You're sitting inside an 18th century granary, candlelight flickering off stone walls, and the wine list lands on the table like a statement. It's thick, it's Italian-heavy, and it means business. This isn't a list that was assembled by committee — someone with taste and conviction built this thing.

Tuscany is the undisputed heart of this list, and they don't half-step it: Sassicaia, Ornellaia, Tignanello, Biondi-Santi Brunello, Castello di Ama Chianti Classico Riserva — the Super Tuscans and the classics sit side by side like a very expensive family reunion. Gaja's Barolo anchors a Piedmont presence that keeps things honest beyond the Arno. California gets serious representation too, with Caymus, Ridge Monte Bello, Stag's Leap Cask 23, and Opus One covering the trophy-wine checklist without feeling like an afterthought. The list has earned its Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence every year since 2010, and honestly, that tracks — Edward Tully's fingerprints are all over this program.

With 20 to 30 options by the glass, you're not stuck staring at a Pinot Grigio and a Cab as your only moves. The program is broad enough to explore without committing to a full bottle, which we respect. Expect solid Italian representation in the glass pours — this is not a list where the BTG section feels like it was picked from the reject pile.