A destination every quarter
Each shipment is built around one region, its grapes and its people.
The Wine Explorer's Club
Explore the world through wine, one region at a time.
Every three months we send six bottles from a single wine region, with the stories of the families who make them. Get to know a place properly, then move on to the next one.
- 6 bottles
- Every 3 months
- $275 per shipment
Who we are
We go and get the wine.
It started with a ranch at the far end of Argentina's Calchaquí Valley. The Bonner family bought Finca Gualfín in 2005. Above the house, at 8,421 feet, was a forgotten vineyard of old Malbec, still alive on its original rootstock.
Raúl Dávalos, whose family has made wine a few miles down the valley for six generations, tasted what came out of those grapes. His verdict:
"Easily as good as mine."
That was the start. Today Will Bonner and Diego Samper travel to find wines like that one: small, family-run vineyards too remote or too small for any importer. We buy directly from the families and ship to your door. No middlemen.
- 2019Working with our wineries since
- 8,421 ftOur family vineyard at Gualfín
- 0Middlemen between you and the family
The club
Why one region at a time?
Most wine clubs send a random mix. We pick one place each quarter, so six bottles add up to something you actually remember.
No filler bottles
Six wines that belong together, chosen for character and balance, not scores or trends.
Guided, not academic
A booklet with the story and tasting notes of every wine, plus short tasting videos, so you know what you're opening.
In every shipment
More than a box of wine.
Each shipment comes with everything you need to enjoy it.
The wines
6 bottles chosen by our team and bought directly from the families who make them.
The booklet
The story, tasting notes and food pairings for every wine in your box. Every past booklet lives in our Booklet Library.
Tasting videos
Short videos on how to taste, serve and pair the wines, on our YouTube channel.
Member pricing
First dibs on new arrivals and our best prices in the online shop.
Membership
How it works.
Join online
Choose your box and sign up. Your first shipment is prepared right away.
We email before each renewal
Your box ships every three months. Your card is charged a few days before, and you always get an email first.
Skip or change anytime
Skip a shipment, or update your card and address, in My Account. Or call us and we'll do it.
Delivered from Sonoma
Your wine ships from our Sonoma, California warehouse with UPS. Someone 21 or older signs for it.
Honestly, I just joined out of curiosity… but every box has surprised me. It's like they read my taste.
I was tired of buying the same supermarket wines. These feel special, like someone picked them just for me.
I forgot the box was coming and it made my whole day. The wines, the notes, everything feels so thoughtful.
Join
Start with your first box.
You'll get an email before every renewal, and you can skip a shipment whenever you need to.
The Wine Explorer's Club
6 bottles
$275every 3 months
- Six bottles from one wine region
- Bought directly from family vineyards
- Booklet and tasting videos for every collection
- Member pricing in our shop
Shipping $8.99 on your first box. Renewals ship free.
Someone 21 or older must sign for delivery. We can't ship to P.O. boxes, or to Arkansas, Delaware, Mississippi or Utah. Alaska and Hawaii ship by air for an extra fee.
How do you choose each region?
We plan every collection around one region and the families who make wine there. Plans can change with harvests and availability. Past collections are in our Booklet Library.
How often will my wine arrive?
Every three months. You'll get an email before each renewal, and you can skip a shipment anytime in My Account.
How much is shipping?
Shipping is $8.99 on your first box. After that, your renewals ship free. Everything ships from our warehouse in Sonoma, California, with UPS.
Can I skip a shipment or cancel?
Yes. Log in to My Account, open My Subscriptions and choose Skip Shipment. To cancel, call us at 1-844-733-5249 or send us a message and we'll take care of it.
Do I need to be home for the delivery?
Yes, or someone else who is 21 or older. Because it's alcohol, an adult has to sign and show ID. We can't ship to P.O. boxes, and we don't ship to Arkansas, Delaware, Mississippi or Utah.
What if a bottle arrives damaged or faulty?
Email us with your order number and a photo, and we'll work with you on a fair solution.
Questions?
Talk to a real person.
Not sure which club is right for you, or want to send one as a gift? Call or write to us. We're happy to help.
Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm EST. No bots, no phone menus.