Viva la Vino! 10 Wine Clubs We Love
From robust reds to crisp whites and everything in between, our region’s boutique wineries are some of California’s best and most beautiful. Keep your wine fridge fully stocked with the tastiest bottles in town by joining a wine club—or clubs. Delivered to your doorstep or available for pickup (as if you need an excuse to while away a day tasting wine), the options below are convenient, cost-effective, and a wonderful way to try a variety of vinos while receiving deep discounts.
Kehret Vineyards
6781 Tower Road, Somerset, 209-245-3757, kehretvineyards.com, @kehret_vineyards @kehretvineyards
COST: Free to join. Choose from three clubs: 14 Kehret Gold (receive two bottles of hand-selected premium wines each quarter and 20% off all wine purchases; average cost is $60-$80), 18 Kehret Gold (receive four bottles of hand-selected premium wines each quarter and 20% off all wine purchases plus 25% off case sales; average cost is $100-$160), or 24 Kehret Gold (receive six bottles of hand-selected premium wines each quarter and 25% off all wine purchases plus 30% off case sales; average cost is $150-$240).
COST: Free to join. Choose from three clubs: 14 Kehret Gold (receive two bottles of hand-selected premium wines each quarter and 20% off all wine purchases; average cost is $60-$80), 18 Kehret Gold (receive four bottles of hand-selected premium wines each quarter and 20% off all wine purchases plus 25% off case sales; average cost is $100-$160), or 24 Kehret Gold (receive six bottles of hand-selected premium wines each quarter and 25% off all wine purchases plus 30% off case sales; average cost is $150-$240).
PERKS OF JOINING: Access to blending seminars, where you can participate in making your own wine blend; tours of the vineyard with the winemaker, by appointment, with friends once a year; invitations to member-only luncheons and release parties; priority access to future releases.
MUST-TRY WINE: 2017 Auriferous Rhone Blend.
MUST-TRY WINE: 2017 Auriferous Rhone Blend.
Lone Buffalo Vineyards
7505 Wise Road, Auburn, 530-823-1159, lonebuffalovineyards.com,
@lonebuffalovineyards @lbvwine
COST: Free to join. Members buy three bottles at 20%-25% off, four times per year (March, June, September, and December) that are personally selected by the winemaker, based on new releases and the season.
@lonebuffalovineyards @lbvwine
COST: Free to join. Members buy three bottles at 20%-25% off, four times per year (March, June, September, and December) that are personally selected by the winemaker, based on new releases and the season.
PERKS OF JOINING: Exclusive discounts (including 20%-25% off all additional wine purchases), complimentary flights, and members-only release activities (one-on-one time with the winemaker, special food and music weekends, small-lot and library wine releases, priority reservations, etc.).
MUST-TRY WINE: Where the Buffalo Roam.
MUST-TRY WINE: Where the Buffalo Roam.
Wise Villa Winery
4200 Wise Road, Lincoln, 916-543-0323, wisevillawinery.com, @wisevillawinery
COST: Free to join, but the average two-bottle membership is $75 per quarter, average four-bottle membership is $135 per quarter, and the average six-bottle membership is $165 per quarter.
COST: Free to join, but the average two-bottle membership is $75 per quarter, average four-bottle membership is $135 per quarter, and the average six-bottle membership is $165 per quarter.
PERKS OF JOINING: Complimentary vineyard and winery tours, hosted weekly and led by Dr. Lee, the owner/winemaker; discounts on all ticketed events; and wine club exclusive events throughout the year with early access to tickets.
MUST-TRY WINE: 2018 Sangiovese.
MUST-TRY WINE: 2018 Sangiovese.
Silt Wine Company
50870 Babel Slough Road, Clarksburg, 916-298-9409, siltwineco.com,
@siltwineco
COST: Free to join. Price is based on the wines you select. Three tiers of membership are available with quarterly shipments/pickups: 4 Bottle Club (receive a 20% discount on all wines, merchandise, and food), 6 Bottle Club (receive 25% off), and 12 Bottle Club (receive 30% off).
@siltwineco
COST: Free to join. Price is based on the wines you select. Three tiers of membership are available with quarterly shipments/pickups: 4 Bottle Club (receive a 20% discount on all wines, merchandise, and food), 6 Bottle Club (receive 25% off), and 12 Bottle Club (receive 30% off).
PERKS OF JOINING: Access to the winery’s private grounds and tasting room (only open to the public by invitation or appointment); monthly, members-only, five-course chef wine pairing dinners; live music on Thursdays in the spring and fall.
MUST-TRY WINE: 2017 Reclamation Red Blend.
MUST-TRY WINE: 2017 Reclamation Red Blend.
Lava Cap Winery
2221 Fruitridge Road, Placerville, 530-621-0175, lavacap.com, @lavacapwinery
COST: Free to join. Members have the option of choosing mixed, white only, or red only options, along with quarterly or semi-annual shipment options. The average cost per shipment is around $75.
COST: Free to join. Members have the option of choosing mixed, white only, or red only options, along with quarterly or semi-annual shipment options. The average cost per shipment is around $75.
PERKS OF JOINING: Access to member-only wines, complimentary wine tasting, and 20% off all orders.
MUST-TRY WINE: Lava Cap Cabernet Sauvignon.
MUST-TRY WINE: Lava Cap Cabernet Sauvignon.
Element 79 Vineyards
7350 Fairplay Road, Somerset, 530-497-0750, element79vineyards.com,
@element79vineyards
COST: $75-$125, depending on membership level.
@element79vineyards
COST: $75-$125, depending on membership level.
PERKS OF JOINING: Discounts on purchases; tickets to special events; access to VIP tasting areas and experiences, plus a “Loyalty Point” program.
MUST-TRY WINE: 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon.
MUST-TRY WINE: 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon.
Andis Wines
11000 Shenandoah Road, Plymouth, 209-245-6177, andiswinery.com, @andiswines
COST: Free to join, but they request a commitment of four wine club shipments per year. Pick from a 3 Bottle Club (averages $60-$67 per shipment) or 6 Bottle Club (averages $120-$130 per shipment).
COST: Free to join, but they request a commitment of four wine club shipments per year. Pick from a 3 Bottle Club (averages $60-$67 per shipment) or 6 Bottle Club (averages $120-$130 per shipment).
PERKS OF JOINING: Special wine-club-only releases like their Grenache and 2017 Petite Sirah; members-only discounts ranging from 25%-30%; members may choose the wines they want in their club orders.
MUST-TRY WINE: 2019 Old Vine Semillon.
MUST-TRY WINE: 2019 Old Vine Semillon.
Helwig Winery
PERKS OF JOINING: Complimentary Private Tasting Room experience for up to 10 guests once per year; access to invitation-only special tastings in their 5,000-square-foot wine cave; the ability to acquire extremely limited, small-batch wines as well as library releases and winemaker selections.
MUST-TRY WINE: Barbera Frenchmen’s Creek (Vineyard Designate).
MUST-TRY WINE: Barbera Frenchmen’s Creek (Vineyard Designate).
Willamette Wineworks
824 Sutter Street, Suite 200, Folsom, 916-542-7417, willamettewineworks.com,
@willamettewineworks
COST: Free to join. The only cost is of the wine itself, which is discounted by 20% for becoming a member. Pick from The Roundhouse Club (two bottles every other month featuring reds and whites; ranges from $64-$88); The Red Bank Club (two bottles every other month featuring only red wines; ranges from $79-$91); or The Natoma Club (six limited-production wines twice a year; ranges from $296-316).
@willamettewineworks
COST: Free to join. The only cost is of the wine itself, which is discounted by 20% for becoming a member. Pick from The Roundhouse Club (two bottles every other month featuring reds and whites; ranges from $64-$88); The Red Bank Club (two bottles every other month featuring only red wines; ranges from $79-$91); or The Natoma Club (six limited-production wines twice a year; ranges from $296-316).
PERKS OF JOINING: Receive a 20% discount on wines in your club selections and any additional wine purchases; substitutions are allowed, so you can switch out the club selections for your favorite wine if desired; complimentary tastings for up to four guests and one “Blending Experience” every year.
MUST-TRY WINE: 2018 Estate Pinot Noir.
MUST-TRY WINE: 2018 Estate Pinot Noir.
Miraflores Winery
2120 Four Springs Trail, Placerville, 530-647-8505, mirafloreswinery.com,
@mirafloreswinery
COST: Free to join. Each club (Red Wines, White Wines, and Mixed Wines) includes three bottle shipments, three times a year, and the cost is approximately $80—depending which wines are included.
@mirafloreswinery
COST: Free to join. Each club (Red Wines, White Wines, and Mixed Wines) includes three bottle shipments, three times a year, and the cost is approximately $80—depending which wines are included.
PERKS OF JOINING: Receive a 20% discount on all wine purchases, olive oils, and most merchandise, plus special pricing on events; exclusive member-only sales, including their annual $100 off April case sale ($100 off plus the 20% club discount off select cases) and November Reserve Wine Sale; complimentary wine tasting every visit (two per club membership) and club pricing on picnic basket items.
MUST TRY WINE: 2016 Clone 877.4.369.362.
MUST TRY WINE: 2016 Clone 877.4.369.362.
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