The benefits of joining a wine club

As I continue to learn more and more about wine, and visit different cellars and vineyards one thing continuously stands out "Wine Club". Everywhere it seems that sells wine, is part of or has their own club. But is it really worth it? Well it really does depend on you as a sipper.

Wine Clubs exist specifically for introducing and showcasing new wines and vintners. When you join a club you can typically expect them to send you a bottle a month, some do it quarterly, and even twice a year. But there are two types of clubs that you can join. One is typically a specific vineyard only producing a few wines, and another is a wine of the month type club, where you get several wines to try.

These types of clubs are great for building your taste and your collection. But other benefits of joining a club is that you are typically assured to get new wines (as in recently released) sent to you. Depending on your membership usually depends on how many bottles you get sent. You also usually receive discounts not available to the public. If its from a local place, then they usually will give you free admission to their tastings, and when they host members only events you are front row seat.

Still not sure about the club thing? Well here is a site created by Jessyca Frederick called Wine Club Reviews. She really suggest that you take time to read the fine print to make sure that the club is a good fit for you and your budget.