An Australian Wine Club... Southernmost Wines on the Rise
Over the last 20 years Australian wines have achieved a prestige and notoriety that is only rivaled by the top wine producers in the world. This has awakened increasing interest in Australian wines in the four corners of the world.
The natural consequence of this trend has been the establishment of a good number of Australian wine clubs, some of them are based in Australia and some others, though based elsewhere, are also specialized in Australian wines.
Wherever you are living, if you are interested in Australian wines, there is quite possibly a wine club offering Australian wines near you to satisfy your needs.
Best of Australia
If you are planning to join a wine club offering Australian wine, I recommend you find out about the region's wines first, as it will be much easier to make your choice, if you know what to look for.
Australia is mainly famous for its Shiraz, also achieving great results in Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Semillon, and Riesling.
There are many recommended wine clubs in Australia, as well as the already mentioned Australian-themed wine clubs all over the world.
Wine Clubs in Australia
Among the local wine clubs, the
Wine Society
deserves its own chapter. Founded in 1946, it has a great reputation both with the public and the press for offering great wines at reasonable prices, while it also holds classy tastings and imparts high level wine education.
Several popular Australian magazines such as Better Homes & Gardens also recommend the
Cellarmasters Wine Club
which offers many convenient wine plans from "Big Bargains" to a "Connoisseur Series". They also carry New Zealand wines, and their tasting panel has very impressive credentials. As another option, you could join the
Qantas Wine Club
which operates in partnership with Cellarmasters.
The Premium Wines Wine Club offers assorted 12-case bottles at discount prices.
The Tahbilk Wine Club offers a great service for those wishing to purchase wines from their own well-respected winery's cellars.
Although not technically a wine club,
Boutique Wineries
is the place to go if you want to discover the rare wine gems at some of Australia's best boutique wineries.
The
David Jones Wine Club
isn't so much a club as it is a quality wine service that you will particularly enjoy if you know what you like.
Australian Wine Selectors
specializes in Australian wines... from the popular well-known cellars to the lesser-known boutique wineries
If you are interested in a rewards style of club that allows you to make your own choices in wine, then
Vintage Cellars Wine Club
may be the way to go. And with each purchase you'll earn points that you can redeem later for future purchases.
Californians interested in Australian and other Southern hemisphere wines, can join the
Southern Hemisphere Wine Center
which specializes in wine from Australia, South Africa, Argentina, Chile, and New Zealand.
The Sweden-based Australian Wine Club is just one of those rarities; apparently, Swedes love their Australian wine...
Whether you are looking for the ultimate Eden Valley Shiraz, or an exotic white blend from Fleurieu, there is a wine club ready to bring the best of Australia to your table, and I hope this guide will help you find it. :-)