The Wine Clubs of America

Wine Clubs of America...
The Best of the New World

Since 90% of the wine produced in the US comes from California, speaking of American wines and American wine clubs is equivalent to speaking about Californian wines and Californian wine clubs

Though Americans are nowhere near the biggest wine consumers in the world, (they rank 56th in the world for per capita consumption) wine production and exports are growing every year, and some Californian wines and varieties have lately become extremely popular in the international market.

In the popular imagination, when we think about American wine, most of us picture an idyllic trip through the Californian vineyards, much as we saw in the movie SIDEWAYS. Unfortunately, not all of us can afford to go seek out our favorite regional wines like the movie's engaging characters.

California and Beyond

Whether you live in California or not, there are plenty of American wine clubs that will deliver to your door the best Zinfandels, Chardonnays, Pinot Grigios and what not from those sunny parts. The bulk of the wine clubs of America offer a full online service and you can join them in a few quick steps.

Of course, American wine clubs do not only deliver American wines. For example, the Wall Street Journal Wine Club has a wide selection from the top wine producers in the world, including a couple of exotic countries like Hungary.

While The New York Times Wine Club is another well respected publication that has turned its hand to international wine clubs.

One important thing you need to check about the wine clubs of America is whether they deliver to your state. Given the nation's size and many non-continental territories, not all of the American wine clubs deliver nationwide. In fact, sometimes they will deliver certain wines and not others to certain states, so it is always safer to check.

The American Wine Club of Your Dreams

Run by a couple by the name of Boring, the 18 year old The California Wine Club is one of the biggest wine clubs of America, with over 1,500 members. Besides the standard membership, they offer a Signatures Series and an international wines option, to suit every taste.

Cellars Wine Club enjoys one of the best reputations of any American wine club. They cater for every palate, offering ten different membership tiers to ensure your drinking pleasure. :-)

Other top American wine clubs are:

• the American Cellars Wine Club which is a part of the well-known Internet wine seller Vinesse;
  
  
• the 4 Seasons Wine Club which ships 12 bottles every three months, and it boasts extremely competitive prices, starting as low as $5;
  
  
• the Pacific Wine Club with exciting selections such as Oregon (where it is based), international, and organic wines;
  
  
• the Pacific Northwest Wine Club which focuses on Oregon wines, while also offering wines from Washington, Idaho, California and some international wines;
  
  
• the Wine.com Wine Clubs are a significant player in the worldwide stage of wine showcasing and shipments, and it shows in the company's collection of wine memberships;
  
  
• not to be confused with the above, the Wines.com Wine Clubs out-rank many major offerings in the wine world, and are aimed at those moments when you just don't feel like browsing aimlessly through an extensive wine catalog;
  
  
• the Wine Enthusiast's wine club Wine Express enjoys a very good reputation for knowing how to select a top quality wine.
  
  

More than Wine

If you are interested in a club that offers more than just wine, then you should check these clubs out:

• A club offering anything from dog treats to BBQ sauce; and from wine to lobster; you may like to try the Amazing Clubs wine club
  
  
• The group of Gourmet Monthly Clubs offers a good wine club; and you have the added benefit of being able to mix and match with other interesting items such as chocolate, beer and cigars.
  
  
• How about a cheese and wine gift basket? Well Cheese and Wine Unlimited offers a range of 42 different wine baskets that are great as a treat for yourself; or as a beautiful gift for family or friends.
  
  
• Or to combine two of the things many of us love the most, namely, helping those in need, and enjoying great wines, take a look at Charity Wines
  
  

Expand Your Horizons

All in all, if you are looking to expand your horizons, you should go for one of the bigger American wine clubs, which will bring you great wines from the four corners of the world.

However, if you are interested in discovering the gems of sunny California, it is best to stick with smaller local wine clubs which really know the region and its secrets.

More Wine Clubs of America...

The Original Oregon Wine Club
Owned and operated by Dave and Sandy Shultheis, the Oregon Wine Club offers 5 basic plans, focusing on Oregon wines for your wine tasting pleasure.

The Washington State Wine Club
The Washington State Wine Club offers a great variety of wines from the state's many grape-growing sub-regions, from the Columbia Valley to Red Mountain and from the Yakima Valley to Walla Walla.

Virginia Wine of the Month Club
The Virginia Wine Club gives you the best Virginian wines.