Wine Access

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Most Comprehensive
Handpicked by a committee of committed and seasoned sommeliers, judges, and winemakers.

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Two distinct club tiers for connoisseurs. Membership provides savings, early and exclusive access to bottles, and detailed tasting notes.

CONS
It might be expensive. Adventurers and curious drinkers should stick to it.

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California Wine Club

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Family-Run Wineries
Our top selection if you want to fully personalize your choice and source wine from family-owned wineries.

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The bottle includes detailed information about the wine's history and tasting notes. Exclusive privileges such as winery tours. 

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Delivery costs are based on the weight of your purchase. However, reorders are only $1 each.

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Winc Wine Club

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Great Quality
Let's sample a wide range of wines with distinctive labels at a low price.

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You begin by taking a taste questionnaire, and then receiving a list of suggested bottles to customize if you don't like. This club is inexpensive, with a price tag of just $59. 

CONS
For more picky wine connoisseurs, it may not be high-end enough.

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Cellars Wine Club

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West Coast Boutique
This is best for those who enjoy small, organic wineries or prefer wine from the Western United States.

PROS
Choose from various bottle sizes and red, white, or a combination thereof. There are no hidden costs or commitments. Single-bottle membership begins at $29. Tasting notes are included.

CONS
You don't know what you're getting, and you can receive the same case twice.

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Revel Wine Club

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Low-Sulfite Wines
This is a wonderful wine for those who like organic low-sulfite wines or a simpler drinking club.

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You can pick from a variety of wines or just organic wine. All-white options may include rosé. The cost of a shipment varies from $39 to $144 per delivery. Delivery is optional.

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If you order 12 or more bottles, shipping is free. You have no idea what wines you'll receive.

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Buying Guide for Best Wine Clubs

Whether you're a novice or an expert, becoming a member of a wine club is an exciting and educating alternative to buying each bottle separately. Customers choose from various filter options and can get new ones delivered to their homes as frequently as they like. It's usually a completely configurable experience.

Wine clubs are quite popular, given their advantages, and several of them. It might not be a huge deal if you pick the wrong one, but you may discover that certain wine clubs are more suitable for you than others.

Our wine club information provides an overview of the most effective alternatives available, answers frequent queries, and makes some advice to help you get the most out of your wine club membership. Cheers!

An oenophile is a wine enthusiast (from the Greek word oinos, which means "wine"). A vinititulist is someone who collects wine bottle labels.

WINE CLUB TYPES

Wine clubs are often run like an internet shop. They provide a large range of goods and assistance — particularly interactive — to assist you in making your selections. You may be asked a few questions, which might influence their suggestions. You can accept or go through the procedure again until you're satisfied with the conclusion.

The wines are put into bottles and sent to your house (there usually is a minimum order, especially if you want free or discounted shipping, but many clubs waive these fees at a low minimum). This is a quick and easy method for many consumers to try new wines while reordering favorites. Even if you haven't tried a certain wine before, you know what to expect.

Many wine clubs provide a subscription plan in which you get a set number of bottles. Your wine and cheese club shipments may come once a month, bimonthly, or quarterly. If you're a more daring wine drinker, this club is ideal since you seldom know exactly what you'll get until the box arrives.

Wine clubs that supply wine every month to members may be divided into the following types:

● All of the wine bottles you receive come from a single winery (though often from several vineyards).

● The wines you get come from various sources and one or more regions.

Single-producer wine clubs

Wine clubs that offer wines from a single producer are, by definition, restricted in the number of options. However, a single producer may own many vineyards and produce a variety of varietals. The term "varietal" applies to any wine made from a single grape variety (as opposed to a blend of two or more grape options), including, for example, Chardonnay.

The advantages of a wine club are frequently significant price savings, free tastings at wineries, and member-only activities. People who live within a reasonable driving distance of the vineyard(s) are most likely to visit this sort of club. Wine club events may become a regular component of their social life for these people.

Multiple-producer wine clubs

Wine clubs from other countries provide you with choices from further afield. One or more resident experts may choose the wines you get. The wines may all be from the same place, such as California vineyards, yet the items you receive will come from a wide range of wineries and producers. Wine clubs go a step farther, selecting wines from different countries worldwide. A year may offer you a Stellenbosch merlot from South Africa, while the next month, you'll get a verdejo from Valencia, Spain.

SUBSCRIPTION WINE CLUBS: WHAT YOU GET

You have some say over what kind of wine you'll get.

You'll undoubtedly be surprised — and no doubt pleased — by what arrives with a wine club subscription, but you won't be entirely in the dark. For example, if you dislike sparkling wine, you'll never receive a case of Moët & Chandon valued at $50 per bottle. You may always pick between whites only (including rosé), reds only, or a combination of both.

"Should you choose a wine with a synthetic cork or a screw top? The type of bottle closure has no impact on the quality of the wine. A winemaker is unlikely to utilize anything that would harm the finished product."

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The wine club you join determines how much variety you get.

The choice may vary from one bottle of red and one bottle of white to as many as several hundred. You may also receive three organic wines from Sonoma, a mixed case of new world wines and a half case of pinot noir from across France, with an average score of 90 or above. If you're new to wine points, keep reading to learn more.

100-point wine scale: what it means

There are a variety of point systems in use to assess wine on a score of 100. The most well-known system is that of Robert M. Parker, Jr., who was dubbed "the world's greatest wine critic" by Wine & Spirits magazine; yet Wine Spectator, a lifestyle magazine, has a huge following.

From a sales standpoint, a high rating might make a significant difference. As a result, it's quite essential in this regard. However, the point system may make a difference for individuals who join a wine club. Yes, if you're looking for wines that meet certain criteria, the point system may be helpful. On the other hand, a wine's rating is determined by someone else's tastes. One of the fascinating aspects of wine tasting is discovering and learning new things for many wine enthusiasts. What is the difference between a decent wine and one that isn't? The answer: a good wine is one you enjoy.

DID YOU KNOW?

It's not uncommon for wine glasses to get cork marks. "corked" refers to a chemical reaction between the cork and the wine that ruins the flavor.

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WINE CLUB PRICES

Joining a wine club is not the easiest method to get low-cost wine, but it may help you save money on high-quality wine. You'll almost always pay less than retail. A club similar to a supermarket has you covered. There is usually a set price for each period with a wine club, whether it's monthly, bimonthly, or quarterly.

The most common price range is $30 to $50 per month. You'll generally receive one to three bottles, maybe four, for that rate. If you have a large party or need to stock up on wine glasses, it's worth noting that some wine clubs will pick up the shipping costs or provide you with a greater discount if you order more bottles, so double-check.

You'll find sought-after wine choices with high point totals on the higher end of the spectrum. A case of these might set you back around $400, but it is by no means the top limit.

When looking for a wine club, keep in mind that the price may differ from bottle to bottle. Premiums are attached to organic wines, and it's not unusual to pay over $25 per bottle for them. Full cases can be a bargain, but you're likely to pay about $15 for each bottle. Fortunately, you have another option. If nothing they're offering interests you in a particular month, subscription wine clubs allow you to skip it, which is unusual because something will probably strike your fancy eventually.

EXPERT TIP

Serving it at "room temperature" is often misconstrued for red wine. That indicates you should serve the wine around 65°F rather than 80°F for red wine.

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TIPS ON HOW TO GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR WINE CLUB MEMBERSHIP

● The type of wine will be specified in your order. It's possible that we will include tasting and serving notes with your selection. Read these notes a few days before the event to make necessary adjustments. For example, you might want to group foods that match the wine you've just acquired well.

● Unless they're very old, most wines will keep for weeks or even months in a cool environment. As a result, you rarely have to lay your bottles down when participating in wine clubs. To allow any sediment to settle, it is advised that certain wines be placed upright.

● Wines should not be stored in direct sunlight or near a heater, as this can damage them. It's also crucial to avoid putting your wines too close to a stove or radiator. Fluctuations in temperature cause the majority of the damage. A consistently chilly area, such as a wine refrigerator, is ideal.

● There are two methods to conduct a blind tasting. The most frequent is to wrap the label so that the bottle can't be recognized. This is a lot of fun for people with prior wine-tasting expertise. If you're up for a challenge, blindfold the tasters. This might produce some surprising results. It's not unusual for someone who is blind to mistake a red wine for white or vice versa without the help of sight!

● Consider keeping a wine journal. You may use an app on your portable device or a diary to track it. Labels, photos, and even saved messages can all be useful. Not only is this fascinating for your purposes, but you may utilize the knowledge to wow your friends by bringing a wine they liked in the past but might have forgotten.

● It's worth being patient with a wine club subscription. It's conceivable that the first choice won't wow you. You're taking a chance, to be sure. One month later, though, the options could be amazing.

The number of bottles you get with a wine club varies from one to another. You usually receive three, four, or six bottles. It's very unusual for you to be required to buy a full case of twelve.

FAQ

Q. What is the procedure for canceling my wine club membership once I have joined?

A. Wine clubs frequently require a minimum commitment of three months, although the period is usually just a few months even with those that do. Members may be required to complete additional courses to qualify for particular benefits, and loyalty bonuses might be given after a specific period. Each wine club is unique, but most will allow you to cancel if you are truly unsatisfied.

Ending your membership is simple, and you may do so by emailing or phoning. It may be your obligation to stop payment on your credit card, so verify the fine print before signing up.

Q. Is it possible to edit any of the products in my shipment if I don't like a particular wine?

A. It's doubtful. It wouldn't be easy or economical for you to return a single bottle, and it isn't practical or cost-effective for the wine club to replace it. Furthermore, joining a club is all about exploring the unknown for wine tasting. Even if you don't like a particular wine, your partner or visitors may enjoy it.

Q. Do I need to be at home to get my item?

A. It's against the law in the United States to sell alcohol to anyone under the age of 21. Like bars and liquor stores, wine clubs are regulated by the same legislation, so proof of age is required for delivery. It doesn't always have to be a wine club member, but it does usually have to be someone at least 21 years old.

If you have to leave home, your wine club may additional attempts to deliver, but you'll need to check the terms and conditions. Wine club managers are well aware of our hectic schedules, and they try to be as accommodating as possible. It's the most significant piece of information for delivery.

Wine Access

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Most Comprehensive
Specially chosen wines from all corners of the globe, handpicked by a committee of committed and seasoned sommeliers, judges, and winemakers.

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California Wine Club

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Family-Run Wineries
Our top selection if you want to fully personalize your choice and source wine from family-owned wineries.

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Winc Wine Club

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Great Quality
Let's sample a wide range of wines with distinctive labels at a low price.

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Cellars Wine Club

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West Coast Boutique
This is best for those who enjoy small, organic wineries or prefer wine from the Western United States.

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Revel Wine Club

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Low-Sulfite Wines
This is a wonderful wine for those who like organic low-sulfite wines or a simpler drinking club.

Shop Now