A Wine Lover’s Guide to Memphis
Sip your way through Memphis with this guide to the city's best wine destinations. Discover cozy wine bars, small-bottle shops, and even a local vineyard — all worth raising a glass to. Image: Facebook / Hen House
Memphis may be famous for barbecue, but local wine lovers know that there are plenty of reasons to raise a glass across the city. While there aren’t many traditional wine bars in the 901, several local restaurants, including Flight Restaurant & Wine Bar, Bari Ristorante e Enoteca, Amelia Gene’s, Chez Philippe, and Southern Social, all earned Wine Spectator’s 2026 Award of Excellence for their wine programs.
Whether you’re looking for a cozy spot for a glass, a special bottle to take home, or a wine-centric event to put on your calendar, here’s where to start.
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Dedicated Wine Bars & Lounges
Hen House
More Info: henhousewinebar.com
This South Mendenhall spot was created around the idea of gathering over food, wine, and spirits. Here, you’ll find a wine and cocktail program designed for exploration. An impressive selection of shareable plates invites you to pair a glass with a charcuterie board or hot honey flatbread, and settle in for the evening.
The bar and patio are first-come, first-served, while the dining room accepts reservations. Happy hour runs Monday through Thursday from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
No Comment Wine Bar
More Info: nocommentwinebar.com
No Comment has quickly established itself as one of Memphis’s most distinctive places to drink wine. The Midtown restaurant recently evolved from its original wine-bar concept into a broader Indian-Italian restaurant, but wine remains central to the experience. Prepare to enjoy hand-selected pairings, wine flights, and an eclectic wine list.
The atmosphere is part of the fun: retro-inspired decor, neon, intimate tables, and a menu that includes tinned fish, caviar, and other playful accompaniments. Memphis Magazine even recognized No Comment’s unexpected success in its 2026 restaurant poll. The people have spoken!
Wine Not Lounge
More Info: Instagram
On the Collierville side of town, Wine Not Lounge is one of our new favorite wine bars. Founder Becky Mitsathaphone envisioned a relaxed space centered around wine, small bites, and conversation, with a simple philosophy: sip, relax, enjoy. Mission accomplished!
Wine and Dine Restaurants
Flight Restaurant & Wine Bar
More Info: flightmemphis.com
This downtown restaurant lets you sample multiple dishes, with a wine program that embraces the same spirit of discovery. The current wine menu includes multiple themed flights, from sparkling to Chardonnay and distinctive white-wine groupings.
One of nine Memphis-area establishments recognized by Wine Spectator in 2026, it’s also highlighted by OpenTable for its notable wine list.
Catherine & Mary’s
More Info: catherineandmarys.com
For a more wine-forward dinner, make a reservation at Catherine & Mary’s. Its expansive wine list is curated to pair with the downtown restaurant’s Tuscan and Sicilian-inspired menu.
Even better, Catherine & Mary’s hosts its Enjoy AM Wine Dinner Series each month. The dinners typically feature a welcome glass, four courses with wine pairings, and time with the restaurant’s sommelier and culinary team.
Bari Ristorante e Enoteca
More Info: barimemphis.com
This Cooper-Young favorite earned a 2026 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence. The Midtown restaurant and wine bar pairs Southeastern Italian dishes with a thoughtfully selected lineup of wines.
Amelia Gene’s
More Info: ameliagenes.com
Turn wine night into a special-occasion dinner at Amelia Gene’s, which has earned Wine Spectator’s 2026 Award of Excellence. Their extensive wine menu includes Chardonnay, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc, and other varieties from around the globe. Stop by on Thursdays for five-course tastings and add a wine pairing to elevate the meal.
Chez Philippe
More Info: peabodymemphis.com
Chez Philippe at The Peabody is especially great for a celebratory evening, with a menu of contemporary American cuisine presented through a French lens and four- and seven-course tasting options. The restaurant’s extensive wine list includes selections from around the world, with pairings available to accompany the tasting menus.
Southern Social
More Info: southernsocial.com
Southern Social in Germantown offers red and white wine flights for those who want to sample a few different pours. You can also share a bottle with the table, with options ranging from Italian wines to Zinfandel and Syrah. The restaurant’s Southern-inspired menu offers plenty to pair with your selection.
Local Wine Shops
Rootstock Wine Merchants
More Info: rootstockmemphis.com
For a wine night that starts at home, make Rootstock Wine Merchants your first stop. The Edge District shop specializes in family-owned, small-production wines, and it stocks bottles you won’t usually find at the grocery store.
Rootstock is also a destination for wine education. Weekly Saturday tastings run from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., with different distributor representatives pouring several varieties.
You can also join The Buzz Club. Rootstock’s wine club gives members access to special events, wine education, and other opportunities to explore the shop’s bottles.
And if you’re looking for something exceptional, ask about Rootstock’s rarer selections, including bottles stored in the shop’s wine vault.
The Station
More Info: thestationmemphis.com
Memphis’s newest large-scale spirits retailer is worth adding to your shopping list. The Station opened in East Memphis in February 2026 in the former Bed Bath & Beyond space on White Station Road, bringing one of the area’s biggest new destinations for wine, beer, and spirits.
In addition to an impressive selection, The Station emphasizes tastings, pairings, and member experiences.
Wine-Focused Day Trips
Delta Blues Winery
More Info: deltablueswinery.com
You don’t have to drive to Napa to enjoy a vineyard setting. Just head to Lakeland.
Delta Blues Winery sits on a scenic property off Stewart Road, with a vineyard, lake, tasting room, and wraparound porch. Tastings include four wines, and you’ll also find live music and other events throughout the year.
The Southern winery’s portfolio includes Tennessee-grown-and-inspired offerings such as Dry Niagara, Chambourcin, Norton, Delta Red, and Corot Noir.
Wine Events to Watch
Wine on the River
More Info: wineontherivermemphis.com
Mark October 10, 2026, on your calendar. Wine on the River returns to Tom Lee Park from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., giving you the chance to sip along the Mississippi River while supporting Door of Hope, a Memphis nonprofit serving people experiencing homelessness.
Vintage901
More Info: vintage901.org
Vintage901 celebrated its 10th anniversary in 2026 with its annual Spring Wine, Food & Music Festival, including the Sparkling Brunch, Vintner, Vino & Cocktails, and Grand Tasting. If you missed this festival that supports culinary, wine, and hospitality education, don’t worry! It will return in Spring 2027.
Great Wine at Playhouse on the Square
More Info: playhouseonthesquare.org
Great Wine is one of Memphis’s most unique wine events, pairing tastings (about 10 wine stations) with theatrical performances, costumed characters, trivia, and prizes.
Note: There’s no date scheduled for 2026 as of yet, so keep an eye on the Playhouse on the Square website for more details.
A Different Kind of Wine Community: Chaîne des Rôtisseurs
For wine lovers who want to go beyond restaurants and tastings, Memphis’s chapter of Chaîne des Rôtisseurs offers a deeper connection to the city’s food-and-wine community.
The international gastronomic society brings together people who share an appreciation for fine dining, wine, and culinary culture. The local chapter regularly gathers for elaborate multi-course dinners with carefully selected wine pairings.
Cheers, Memphis!
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Ariel Taranski
Ariel's been writing professionally for over a decade, with a passion for travel, pets, good food, and a great book. She's lived in Memphis for over half of her life, a transplant from Florida and Southern through-and-through.