Steakhouse Bourré Bonne Earns Wine Spectator Award

LOUISVILLE, KY (July 2, 2026) — Hotel Bourré Bonne, downtown Louisville’s premier luxury hotel, has announced that its signature fine-dining restaurant, Steakhouse Bourré Bonne, has been honored for its world-class wine program in Wine Spectator’s prestigious 2026 Restaurant Awards.

Having just opened its doors in 2025 along Louisville’s historic Whiskey Row, the upscale restaurant secured the Award of Excellence in its first full year of operations, cementing its status as one of the world’s top destinations for wine lovers.

A Curated Global List on Historic Whiskey Row

Led by Beverage Director Davy Butterworth and Sommelier Daniel Fultz, Steakhouse Bourré Bonne’s beverage program balances classic steakhouse expectations with a spirit of exploration. The wine list features more than 225 thoughtfully curated selections spanning the globe’s finest viticultural regions.

The award-winning menu features an exceptional depth of choices, including:

Old World Benchmarks: Highly collectible First Growth estates and renowned domaines from Bordeaux and Burgundy, alongside standout selections from the Rhône Valley, Italy, and Spain.
New World Powerhouses: A robust collection of rich California Cabernet Sauvignons, paired with boutique discoveries from Australia and beyond.

In Their Words

“The restaurant industry is rapidly transforming as diners become more selective about when, how and what they drink. As wine drinkers grow more mindful, restaurants are adapting with creative wine programs,” said Marvin R. Shanken, Chairman and CEO, Wine Spectator. “Congratulations to the 4,012 restaurants that earned a Restaurant Award and continue to elevate the wine experience for guests around the world. We raise a glass to your success.”

“Earning Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence in our first full year is an incredible achievement and a testament to the dedication of our entire team,” said Tony Shaw, General Manager of Steakhouse Bourré Bonne. “From day one, our goal has been to create a dining experience that feels both elevated and approachable, with a wine program that complements our culinary vision while offering something for every guest. We’re honored to receive this recognition from one of the industry’s most respected authorities.”

“We’ve built a wine program that balances classic steakhouse expectations with a sense of exploration,” said Daniel Fultz, Sommelier at Steakhouse Bourré Bonne. “Whether a guest is selecting a First Growth Bordeaux, discovering a new producer from Spain, or simply looking for the perfect pairing with dinner, our goal is to make wine approachable, engaging, and memorable. Receiving this recognition from Wine Spectator is a tremendous honor and reflects the passion our team brings to the guest experience every day.”

Experience Steakhouse Bourré Bonne

Developed by Zyyo and operating under the Curio Collection by Hilton banner, the 168-room Hotel Bourré Bonne (“good bet”) playfully references Louisville’s horse racing tradition and bourbon’s French roots.

The complete list of award winners will be published in Wine Spectator’s special Restaurant Awards issue, hitting newsstands on July 21, 2026.

To book a reservation or explore the award-winning wine and steak menu, visit www.hotelbourrebonne.com.

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