- Company: Vinesse Wine Club
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- Price Range: $60 – $504
What Are They About?
Vinesse provides numerous affordable clubs that highlight small batches and boutique wines. Through extensive relationships they are able to bring affordable, exceptional wines straight to club members’ doors no matter what they desire: from a single varietal or region to a themed mix. Members select the club, frequency, number of bottles and, depending on which club, the makeup of the shipment and pay when shipped. Prices are listed in a given range with flat rate shipping applied dependent on the number of bottles in the shipment
Membership Overview (15 Plans)
California Treasures
$60 - $204
- Delivery: Every 6 weeks, quarterly, or every 4 months
- 4, 8 or 12 Bottles (red, white, or mixed)
- 4 Bottles: $60-68 + $21 ship. ($20.25-22.25/bottle)
8 Bottles: $120-136 + $34 ship. ($19.25-21.25/bottle)
12 Bottles: $180-204 + $34 ship. ($17.83-19.83/bottle) - Focus is on California with award-winning Napa, Sonoma and Central Coast wineries selected
The World Of Wine
$120 - $204
- Delivery: Every 6 weeks, quarterly, or every 4 months
- 3, 6 or 12 Bottles (red, white, or mixed)
- 3 Bottles: $45-60 + $21 ship. ($22-27/bottle)
6 Bottles: $90-120 + $25 ship. ($19.16-24.16/bottle)
12 Bottles: $180-240 + $34 ship. ($17.83-22.83/bottle) - Explores six major world wine regions
Four Seasons
$80 - $300
- Delivery: 5 times per year, every 4 months, or semi-annually
- 4 or 12 Bottles (red, white, or mixed)
- 4 Bottles: $80-100 + $21 ship. ($25.25-30.25/bottle)
12 Bottles: $240-300 + $34 ship. ($22.83-27.83/bottle) - Wines that perfectly align with the seasons
Sparkling
$72 - $348
- Delivery: 5 times per year or semi-annually
- 3, 6 or 12 Bottles (red, white, or mixed)
- 3 Bottles: $72-87 + $21 ship. ($31-36/bottle)
6 Bottles: $144-174 + $25 ship ($28.16-33.16/bottle)
12 Bottles: $288-348 + $34 ship. ($26.83-31.83/bottle) - A selection of sparkling whites
Pacific Northwest
$48 - $300
- Delivery: Quarterly or semi-annually
- 3, 6 or 12 Bottles (red, white, or mixed)
- 3 Bottles: $48-75 + $21 ship. ($23-32/bottle)
6 Bottles: $96-150 + $25 ship. ($20.16-29.16/bottle)
12 Bottles: $192-300 + $34 ship. ($18.83-27.83/bottle) - Highlighting Washington and Oregon reds
Malbec
$36 - $216
- Delivery: Quarterly or semi-annually
- 3, 6 or 12 Bottles (red, white, or mixed)
- 3 Bottles: $36-54 + $21 ship. ($19-25/bottle)
6 Bottles: $72-108 + $25 ship. ($16.16-22.16/bottle)
12 Bottles: $144-216 + $34 ship. ($14.83-20.83/bottle) - Malbecs from Argentina, Chile, and elsewhere around the world
Chardonnay
$33 - $216
- Delivery: Quarterly or semi-annually
- 3, 6 or 12 Bottles (red, white, or mixed)
- 3 Bottles: $33-54 + $21 ship. ($18-25/bottle)
6 Bottles: $66-108 +$25 ship. ($15.16-22.16/bottle)
12 Bottles: $132-216 + $34 ship. $(13.83-20.83/bottle) - The many faces of chardonnay from crisp to luscious
Cabernet Sauvignon
$33 - $216
- Delivery: Quarterly or semi-annually
- 3, 6 or 12 Bottles (red, white, or mixed)
- 3 Bottles: $33-54 + $21 ship. ($18-25/bottle)
6 Bottles: $66-108 +$25 ship. ($15.16-22.16/bottle)
12 Bottles: $132-216 + $34 ship. $(13.83-20.83/bottle) - Lush, rich reds to enjoy now or cellar for later
Merlot
$33 - $216
- Delivery: Quarterly or semi-annually
- 3, 6 or 12 Bottles (red, white, or mixed)
- 3 Bottles: $33-54 + $21 ship. ($18-25/bottle)
6 Bottles: $66-108 +$25 ship. ($15.16-22.16/bottle)
12 Bottles: $132-216 + $34 ship. $(13.83-20.83/bottle) - Sensuous and sometimes spicy, enjoy Merlot from around the world.
Elevant Society
$58 - $420
- Delivery: Twice monthly, 7 times a year, 5 times a year
- 2, 4, 6, 8 or 12 Bottles (red, white, or mixed)
- 2 Bottles: $58-70 + $18 ship. ($38-44/bottle)
4 Bottles: $116-140 + 21 ship. $(34.25-40.25/bottle)
6 Bottles: $174-210 + 25 ship. ($33.16-39.16/bottle)
8 Bottles: $232-280 + 34 ship. ($33.25-39.25/bottle)
12 Bottles: $348-420 + $34 ship. ($31.83-37.83/bottle) - Superior reds from around the world with a focus on big, bold American reds.
Light and Sweet
$90 - $204
- Delivery: Quarterly or semi-annually
- 6 or 12 Bottles (red, white, or mixed)
- 6 Bottles: $90-102 + $25 ship. ($19.16-21.16/bottle)
12 Bottles: $180-204 +$34 ship. ($17.83-19.83/bottle) - Light whites that are sometimes pink, sometimes sparkling and sometimes effervescent. The ultimate in refreshment
Grab Bag
$60 - $504
- Delivery: 5 times a year or semi-annually
- 6, 12, 24 or 36 Bottles (red, white, or mixed)
- 6 Bottles: $60-84 + $25 ship. ($14.16 -18.16/bottle)
12 Bottles: $120-168 + $34 ship. ($12.83-16.83/bottle)
24 Bottles: $240-336*
36 Bottles: $360-504* - Great wines at great prices to make room for new stock. A mix of styles, colors, vintages.
*Site does not contain shipping rates for amounts over 15 bottles
American Cellars
$36 - $180
- Delivery: Monthly, every other month, or quarterly
- 3, 4, 6, 8 or 12 Bottles (red, white, or mixed)
- 3 Bottles: $36-45 + $21 ship. ($19-22/bottle)
4 Bottles: $48-60 + $21 ship. ($17.25-20.25/bottle)
6 Bottles: $72-90 + $25 ship. ($16.16-19.16/bottle)
8 Bottles: $96-120 + $34 ship. ($16.25-19.25/bottle)
12 Bottles: $144-180 + $34 ship. ($14.83-17.83/bottle) - Small quantity, boutique gems not available to the general public.
Earth-Friendly
$42 - $276
- Delivery: Quarterly or semi-annually
- 3, 6 or 12 Bottles (red, white, or mixed)
- 3 Bottles: $42-69 + $21 ship. ($21-30/bottle)
6 Bottles: $84-138 +$25 ship. ($18.16-27.16)
12 Bottles: $168-276 + $34/ship. ($16.83-25.83) - Red wines made using earth-friendly viticultural methods.
Pinot Noir
$39 - $252
- Delivery: Quarterly or semi-annually
- 3, 6 or 12 Bottles (red, white, or mixed)
- 3 Bottles: $39-63 + $21 ship. ($20-28/bottle)
6 Bottles: $78-126 + $25 ship. ($17.16-25.16/bottle)
12 Bottles: $156-252 + $34 ship. ($15.83-23.83/bottle) - This club features the popular red varietal.
What You Get
Every shipment includes:
- An assortment of good wines from boutique vineyards and small batches based on the club selected.
- Extensive printed information for each wine in the shipment – tasting notes, regional and varietal information, winemaker bios, vineyard notes, recipes and pairing suggestions.
Members also get:
- No club fees or cancellation rates.
- Flat rate shipping determined by the number of bottles in the shipment.
Why it Works & What Could be Better
Why it Works
- The Choices – While slightly daunting, members have a tremendous amount of control over their club with choices in level, number of bottles, frequency, and makeup of shipments.
- No Membership Fees – Vinesse Wine Club has no membership fees.
- One High End Option – There is one premium club level for those who want wines that are higher end.
- Flat Rate Shipping Scale – Members can easily calculate shipping costs using the chart on the website.
- Informative Website – Vinesse Wine Club has a clear website that is easy to navigate and order from.
What Could be Better
- Range Prices – While the prices are fair, it is frustrating to receive prices in a range. It is recommended that members plan on paying the higher end of the rate monthly in order to properly budget.
- Sort of Hidden Fees – Residential shipping is $2.50 more per shipment than delivering to a business and there are charges for shipping to Alaska and Hawaii. These can be found on the shipping page.
FAQ
When Does My Subscription End?
Vinesse subscriptions are for one year or until cancelled by the member.
How Can I Know Exactly How Much I Will Be Charged?
You can’t – but you can check the range and assume the higher one. We have added shipping, except where indicated, on our chart. You will also need to add your state’s applicable sales tax.
Can I order this as a gift?
Absolutely! Just make sure to sign up as a gift and alert the person receiving the wine so that they may arrange to have someone 21 or older at home to sign for their wine.
Can I Join This Club Where I Live?
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All In All
Other than the little fees that are peppered on the shipping page and the price ranges instead of a set amount per month, Vinesse Wine Club is a reasonably priced wine club with great variety in clubs, fair prices, and easy to calculate shipping thanks to flat rate shipping based on the number of bottles. Whether you want to explore a variety of wines or stick to Malbecs or another varietal there is a club here for everyone.
Nancy Koziol is a wine writer specializing in wine news, culture, politics, and emerging regions. She has traveled throughout various wine regions and constantly strives to deepen her understanding and appreciation of the holistic experience of wine, from seed to glass. Nancy writes for a variety of wine publications spanning everything from how to make amazing Sangria to understanding the ecological impact of winemaking. She lives in Vermont where she is developing an appreciation for hybrid grapes - something she never thought would happen - and obsessing over orange wines.
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For several years now I have subscribed to the Grab Bag twice or 3x per year. Whereas I used to get a nice collection of reds including varieties from different countries and types of wine such as zin, malbec, cabs, spanish reds and some pinots from here and there, lately my 36 ordered bottles have been more and more dominated by marginal merlots mixed with a few decent and interesting reds. My most recent shipment of 36 bottles included no less that 15 bottles of merlot from California. I used to enjoy the surprise and variety of what I would receive from Vinesse, but that is no longer true and I may be looking elsewhere in the future. Whoever packs up the cases ordered should make some effort to see that the customer receives a varied selection when more than one case is ordered.
Vinesse wine club is a total ripoff. Overpriced wine sucks. Three buck Chuck’s from Trader Joes is better than theirs. You cannot cancel an order even if it hasn’t shipped yet. Even if you cancel and they haven’t shipped their last set of crappy wines, you have to receive the wine, send it back, pay for shipping, pay for restocking and then they will let you out of your membership. It is easy to sign up and become a member but hell to terminate membership. Customer service might as well be a robot because they repeat the same stupid answers over and over. Nobody there can think, make decisions or escalate an issue. They thrive on suckers joining the membership and not paying attention to the cost or quality of wine. If companies were smart, they would make it as easy to terminate a membership as it is to join. Why? Because it reduces the risk in joining back up if the member starts to miss the product later on. But, if they are hell to cancel then you can guarantee that people won’t come back. Not only that, if you make it hell to cancel then you leave a bad taste in customer’s mouths and they will talk badly about your product until they feel vindicated.