wine list

noun

plural wine lists
: a list of wines that are available to be served at a restaurant
The restaurant has an extensive wine list.

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Top it all off with a complimentary glass of wine or something sparkly like the vintage 2012 Chandon—one of the array of drink selections from the business-class wine list not available in regular economy. — Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Aug. 2026 Don't miss the wine list, which has a heavy focus on regional Idaho wines. — Lauren Mowery, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026 The authentically French food is well-priced, and the wine list boasts over 300 bottles, with eight wine flights available, including bubbles, whites, Bordeaux and dessert wine flights, priced from $23-$35. — Laura Ness, Mercury News, 26 July 2026 The wine list pays tribute to France’s most celebrated appellations, with bottles by renowned names like Alain Graillot and Domaine Gramenon, alongside rising talents like Yann Chave and Caroline Frey. — Devorah Lev-Tov, Travel + Leisure, 23 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for wine list

Word History

First Known Use

1833, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of wine list was in 1833

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“Wine list.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wine%20list. Accessed 3 Aug. 2026.

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