Wine Clubs 101 - What Are They And Are They Right For You?

You may have heard about wineclubs. But what exactly are they? How do they work? And are they right for you?
 

This article will give you a brief overview of how they work along with 3 ways a wine-of-the-month club can benefit you!
 

Wine clubs are skyrocketing in popularity. They deliver from 1 to 4 expertly-selected bottles to your home every month. These aren't just your average store-bought wines. Many of these clubs send you ultra-premium limited editions from all over the world.
 

You can join clubs that will send you sparkling whites only, old world reds, champagnes, sweet reds and whites or even pinot noirs from all over the world.
 

There are even clubs that will send you wines rated 90+ points by famous critics and magazine experts - the kind of bottles you'll never find at a store because they sell out so quickly.
 

Most clubs today are very flexible and allow you to skip a month or only order for a certain number of months. And there are no cancellation fees if you want to stop receiving your monthly shipment.
 

You can receive your shipments for 1 month, 3 months, 6 months or a year. You can sometimes even state whether you want all reds, all whites or a mix (depending on the style of club).
 

Plus, these clubs also make a very unique, luxury gift that will really be appreciated by the wine lover in your life. Chances are they'll be dying to tell you what they received each month and how they liked it.
 

So is a wine club right for you? Well here are 3 reasons to consider joining.

#1 Have The Experts Select For You

Instead of you hunting around and trying a lot of different bottles, hoping to find a high quality wine, why not have an expert do it for you?

These clubs build their reputations on being able to deliver quality vintages to your door. They have special relationships with the wineries - and they make it their job to find hidden gems that are only for their club members.
 

#2 Save Money

By joining a club you'll pay less every month that you would if you bought those bottles on their own. Also, depending on the club, members often get fairly large discounts on reorders. So if you find a wine you really love and want to buy 4 more bottles, you can - at a large discount.
 

#3 Build Your Wine Education

Most clubs will send you extensive information on the wines you receive every month - which is a great way to expand your education. You'll learn about that particular bottle, the winery, food-pairing tips and more.

So those are some of the best reasons to consider joining a wine of the month club. They can save you money, help you build your education and give you access to vintages you won't get anywhere else. For many people it's a gift they love giving - to significant others or to themselves!