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The American Cellars Wine club is an excellent wine of the month club, delivering excellent quality (delicious!) wines, at a very reasonable price! With plenty of options for any budget and taste, this wine club is highly rated and suited for most wine lovers. (Highly rated)
The American Cellars Wine Club by Vinesse delivers exceptional value, curating boutique U.S. wines that are both unique and affordably priced. This club masterfully balances quality and cost, making it an ideal choice for enthusiasts eager to explore premium wines without the premium price tag
Varietal Diversity
10
Educational Material
9
PROS:
Value for Money: Offers a curated selection of boutique wines at an affordable price range.
Unique Selection: Features wines from small, lesser-known wineries, ensuring exclusivity.
Customization: Provides flexibility in choosing the number of bottles, type of wines, and shipment frequency.
100% Satisfaction Guarantee. They'll replace any wine you don't like.
Buy more: You can also purchase specific wines to be delivered from their wine store!
CONS:
Limited International Flavors: While the club does offer some international wines, the primary focus is on U.S. wines, which might limit the global tasting experience for some.
Exclusivity vs. Variety: The emphasis on boutique and hard-to-find wines might mean less variety in popular or mainstream wine varietals.
Shipping isn't included. Tax and shipping aren't included in the published price.
If you love wines from Napa, Sonoma and the other top wine producing areas of California -- then you will to want to check this wine of the month club out!
Varietal Diversity
10
Geographic Focus
10
Pricing
10
Customization
9.5
Educational Material
10
Customer Service
10
Delivering Consistently Good Wine
10
PROS:
Diverse Selection: Offers wines from both iconic and hidden vineyards of California.
Educational Value: Detailed tasting notes with each shipment enhance understanding and appreciation.
Customization: Flexibility in choosing bottle quantity, wine type, and shipment frequency.
Affordable Pricing: Competitive price range for high-quality Californian wines.
Discover Hidden Gems: Features wines from lesser-known regions, offering a unique tasting experience.
Consistent Quality: Showcases award-winning wineries throughout California.
CONS:
Limited Geographic Focus: Exclusively Californian wines, which might not cater to those seeking international varieties.
Frequency: Maximum shipment frequency is 4x per year, which might not be enough for regular wine drinkers.
Cellars Wine Club offers a great wine product in their Premium Wine Club. For only $49 (shipping included), you'll get 2 bottles of premium, high quality, delicious wines. You can choose only red, only white or one of each. This is a great choice as a gift, too!
The Chardonnay Wine Club from Vinesse Wines is one of the only wine clubs that features all chardonnay, all the time! (And these are some GOOOOD bottles of chardonnay!)
If you love buttery, oaky, light and refreshing Chardonnay -- then you're going to love this wine of the month club! Nothing but Chardonnay! (Good Chardonnay!)
Delivering Consistently Good Wine
7.9
PROS:
Diverse Selection: The club offers Chardonnays from both renowned and emerging wine regions globally, ensuring a varied tasting experience.
Competitive Pricing: With bottles priced between $16.50–$18.50, the club provides an accessible entry point for those keen to explore the world of Chardonnay.
Customization: Members can tailor their subscription based on the number of bottles and frequency of shipments, offering flexibility to suit individual preferences.
Informative Tasting Notes: Each shipment includes detailed notes that enhance the wine-drinking experience, providing insights, pairing suggestions, and background information.
CONS:
Potential Duplicates: For larger orders, such as 12 bottles per shipment, there might be duplicates of the same wine, which may not cater to those seeking 12 unique selections.
Limited Varietal Focus: The club exclusively focuses on Chardonnay, which might not appeal to those who desire a broader range of white wine varietals in their subscription.
Pricing excludes shipping and taxes. You'll have to pay a little more.
Firstleaf Wine Club is one of the best wine of the month clubs we've reviewed, and it comes at a great price. With an industry-leading introductory offer that delivers 6 bottles of great wine for only $44.95, it's hard to pass up! Subsequent deliveries cost a bit more (very reasonably priced at about $90), and the wines are excellent. It is simple to cancel at any time.
★★★★★
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$165.00Original price was: $165.00.$44.95Current price is: $44.95.
Firstleaf Wine Club's shipments are uniquely matched to your taste and delivered on your schedule.
They use technology and a fun & quick "taste quiz" to determine your preferred wines. After your first delivery (which is heavily discounted and free shipping), you get to rate the wines they sent you. By giving their wine matching technology this feedback, your algorithm is refined and subsequent wine deliveries are consistently wonderful, ensuring you get the perfect wine ever time.
Wine Selection Process
10
Wine Quality
10
In-box Presentation
10
Shipping time after ordering
10
Account management and delivery management
10
Ease of canceling, skipping or delaying deliveries
10
# of Bottles per delivery option
8
PROS:
Introductory offer: 6 bottles for just $44.95
Order is shipped quickly, no waiting for wine
Wines selections are customized for you
Flexible shipping schedule and specific delivery dates
One of the BEST, and most top of the line wine clubs we have ever reviewed. This one is for the true wine connoisseur. Luxury-premium wines for the ultimate wine tasting experience. The best of the best.
A very popular wine club as a gift, this premium wine club features delicious highly-rated wines each month and includes a high quality newsletter that details the wines, winery, and winemaker plus suggests recipes to pair with the wines. "Superb, medal-winning wines from California’s best boutique wineries"
★★★★★
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$49.00Original price was: $49.00.$41.65Current price is: $41.65.
We really love this wine club from Gold Medal Wine Clubs. Of all their "accolade-driven" wine club choices, this is their MOST POPULAR for its accessibility, its price and the amazing material that comes with the delicious wines!
Quality
9.5
Value
9.5
Packaging
10
Options
9
Service
10
PROS:
Red, White, and Mixed Packs Available
Monthly Shipments
Upgrade from 2 to 12 Bottles
Includes Newsletter Featuring Wineries
CONS:
Shipping is extra
Website defaults to 6 bottles, so it looks expensive
This upper-level Platinum Wine Club features rare, collectable wines from California and the West's top winemakers. These premium wine of the month club selections are highly allocated with 90+ ratings, including some pre-releases and exclusives. The Platinum Wine Club is a special and unforgettable monthly wine tasting experience. The perfect wine club gift for friends that enjoy fine wines!
Try 12 favorites for only $89.99 (plus $19.99 shipping & applicable tax)—the perfect way to show you what the Laithwaite's Wine Club is all about. Every quarter you'll get another case of delicious wines of your preference: Red Wine Only, White Wine Only, or Mixed (both red wine and white wine).
★★★★★
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$194.99Original price was: $194.99.$89.99Current price is: $89.99.
Delightfully Curated: A Sweet Symphony of Light Wines from Around the Globe
The Light & Sweet Wine Club by Vinesse offers wine enthusiasts a carefully selected range of light and sweet wines from diverse regions. Each bottle provides an educational journey into the nuances of this wine profile, ensuring consumers receive both value and variety. It's an ideal choice for those who want to expand their palate and knowledge in the realm of light and sweet wines.
Value
8.6
Flavor Profile
8.8
Varietal Diversity
9.5
Consistently Delicious
8.7
Educational Material
9
PROS:
Diverse Selection: Curated wines from various global regions ensure a rich tasting experience.
Educational Value: Detailed tasting notes and wine information enhance understanding and appreciation.
Affordable Pricing: Competitive price range for wines that are both unique and high-quality.
Customization: Flexibility in choosing bottle quantity and shipment frequency caters to individual preferences.
Exclusivity: Offers wines that aren't easily found elsewhere, adding to the allure.
Consistent Profile: Regular delivery of wines that fit the light and sweet theme.
CONS:
Limited Varietal Range: Focus on light and sweet wines might not cater to those seeking broader wine profiles.
Frequency: Maximum shipment frequency is 4x per year, which might not be enough for regular wine drinkers.
Exclusivity vs. Variety: While the wines are exclusive, there might be limited variety in popular or mainstream wine varietals.
The Naked Wines Wine Club is a unique club that supports small wine makers by "investing" your subscription fees to provide you with small batch, family owned wine makers! It's a really unique concept and is a lot of fun! Start with 6 great wines and free shipping for a very low price!
★★★★★
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$139.99Original price was: $139.99.$39.99Current price is: $39.99.
Really Good Boxed Wine is luxury wine, in a box.
This wine is simply delicious. Since it comes in a box, there are no bottles to break and no corkscrews needed. And, since it's not in a bottle, the wine can stay fresh for weeks.
This wine is a personal favorite of Todd's and comes highly recommended.
★★★★★
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$70.00Original price was: $70.00.$63.00Current price is: $63.00.
I love this wine from Really Good Boxed Wine! It is not cheap. It is delicious. Within each box of wine, you get the same as 4 bottles of wine -- and it stays fresh for 6 weeks. Buy anytime you want luxury wine at your home, or get a membership for consistent deliveries and discounts.
Quality
10
Value
10
Packaging
9.5
Minimum Price per delivery
9
PROS:
Have delicious wine you KNOW that you love available
Drink as little or as much as you want -- the wine stays fresh for up to 6 weeks
Excellent for entertaining and providing luxury wine to your guests
FREE SHIPPING
CONS:
As a small batch producer of quality wines, they have limited quantity. When they're sold out, you have to wait.
Although prices are half of those for similar quality wine, it's still not cheap. ($70 a box breaks down to $17.50 a bottle)
If you love high end wines, this wine of the month club can satisfy the high-end wine connoisseur. Most deliveries feature delicious red wines, but an ultra premium white wine is occasionally included in a delivery.
WSJ'scase of wineclub has been a consistent high quality, high value wine of the month club.
The introductory price is only $89.99 (plus $19.99 shipping & applicable tax) and they sometimes include free gifts! Future deliveries will be at the regular price.
The wine is top notch and although you'll love your quarterly delivery, you can cancel at any time.
★★★★★
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$280.96Original price was: $280.96.$89.99Current price is: $89.99.
I don't want to say this is a wine club for wine snobs. But, if you know a wine snob and want to impress them, this could be an excellent choice. :) These are the finest of wines chosen especially for those who love a rich, bold, delicious Cabernet Sauvignon.
We reviewed this club many times over, and have enjoyed every delivery. In this review post, we'll share our unboxing videos, photos of the shipments we've received as well as our thoughts on sending this as a gift - and tons more. If you're looking for a great wine club at a great price, this could be your answer.
The Premier Series from The California Wine Club always impresses both as a gift and a personal wine club membership. Wines are hand-selected from artisanal wineries.
