The 3 Restaurants with the Best Wine Selections Around Winchester

Wine remains a cornerstone of restaurant profit margins—beverages account for about 21% of total sales at full-service establishments, and 65% of them now offer wine by the bottle to meet growing consumer demand for curated selections NRANRA. A thoughtful wine list can turn a casual dinner into an occasion and drive both check averages and repeat visits. In Winchester, three local favorites stand out for their distinctive pours, expert pairings and memorable tasting experiences.

The Wine Room At Taylor Pavilion

Located in downtown Winchester’s historic Taylor Pavilion, The Wine Room boasts the area’s largest wine list, with more than 50 selections available by the glass Wineroom. From crisp champagnes to bold reds, each pour invites exploration. The intimate brick-and-beam dining room serves small-plate contemporary American fare, so you can mix, match and share bites alongside your flight. Behind the bar, staff guide guests through flights and by-the-glass choices, ensuring both novice sippers and seasoned enthusiasts find something new to love.

L’Auberge Provençale Inn & Restaurant

At this award-winning French country inn, wine director Christian Borel curates an extensive list that spans local Virginia vintages and classic French imports, from Loire-Valley Muscadet to full-bodied Bordeaux L'Auberge Provencale. Sommelier-led pairings are available at each table, enhancing seasonal menus crafted by Executive Chef Alex Sakelakos. Whether you opt for a crisp Chardonnay alongside a garden-fresh salad or a robust Cabernet Franc with tender lamb, the wine program here elevates every course without overshadowing the inn’s warm hospitality.

Region’s 117

Overlooking Lake Frederick, Region’s 117 brings a regional twist to its wine selection through the “Barrel Masters” enthusiast program, which features monthly tastings, winemaker dinners and special offers MyTrilogyLife. In-house sommeliers highlight Virginia’s finest—think Viognier and Petit Verdot—alongside select domestic and international bottles. The result is a balanced list that complements the restaurant’s locally sourced comfort fare, from wood-fired pizzas to house-cured salmon.

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