The Frog and the Peach
This is a red leaning list of 251 wines built around Burgundy and Italy, with Pinot Noir and Gamay from Burgundy and domestic Pinot among the deepest categories, alongside strong showings from Piedmont and Tuscany. France and Italy anchor the serious end, and the list rewards anyone who loves classic, traditional houses. Lopez de Heredia is the standout, with seven listings including the Vina Tondonia Rioja Grand Reserva, and Domaine Faiveley brings real Burgundy weight up to a Bienvenues Batard Montrachet Grand Cru at the top of the range. Pricing runs broad, from $12 to $789 with a median near $155, so there is plenty in reach as well as trophy bottles. The glass program is modest at 14 pours, so for range and the best value steer guests toward the bottle list.