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Wine Subscriptions And Why You Need One!

We subscribe to so many services that make our lives easier and more enjoyable like streaming services, coffee plans, and meal deliveries…. why not wine as well?

Why Should You Join A Wine Subscription?

Joining a wine subscription has so many benefits and you’ll wonder why you didn’t think of it sooner!

For a start, there is no more staring blankly at rows of unknown wine labels in bottle shops hoping for something sensational to jump out at you. The right subscription will definitely save you from making a bad or uneducated guess, plus it will save you precious time, energy and money.

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A reliable wine subscription that is carefully curated and delivered directly to your door also means you’ll always have the perfect bottle on hand, something new to try, and eliminates having to duck out at the last minute hoping your local bottle shop is still open. And, along with enjoying your wines you’ll learn a lot too.

Simply put, wine subscriptions are perfect for people who:

• Enjoy having the task of choosing wine done for them
• Enjoy experiencing new wines from a variety of wine regions
• Want to learn more about wine
• Want to be part of a wine loving community
• Love to entertain and want to share with family and friends
• Love the convenience and ease of home delivery
• Want to have the perfect bottle on hand
• Are keen to start or build their own cellar collection

What Make The Best Wine Subscription In Australia?

With numerous new wine subscription services popping up, it can be difficult to tell the good from the not so good. So, here’s a list of inclusions we consider to be important when choosing and deciding on your Membership.

Is the wine subscription company well regarded and respected?

There are lot of new wine subscription services around, but its best to choose one that has extensive experience and is well regarded.

For over 45 years, Wine Selectors has worked to bring its Members the best Australian wine, hand-selected by our expert Tasting Panel from a wide range of boutique and big-name producers across every Australian wine region. In fact, we’ve satisfied the thirst and interest of so many wine lovers, that we’ve been named as one of 2021’s Trusted Brands in Australian Wine Subscriptions. Just another reason why Wine Selectors is simply a better way to buy Australian wine.

Established in the Hunter Valley by locals, we’ve been around for the long haul and you can be guaranteed that when it comes to selecting and delivering the best wines, we do it with precision.

Are the wines chosen by experts?

Don’t leave it up to just any random person – put your trust in people who really know wine to curate a selection for you.

Co-Chaired by Adam Walls and PJ Charteris, the Wine Selectors Tasting Panel is the most experienced in the Australian wine industry, and represents all aspects of the business including winemaking, wine show judging, wine buying, education and top sommeliers. The combination of this incredible range of skills and talents, ensures we present the true diversity of Australian wine and Australian tastes.

Extremely knowledgeable and full of passion, the Panel meets every week to blind taste a selection of wines to add to our expansive collection. They use the Australian Wine Show judging system where every wine is blind tasted and they assess the colour, nose, and palate, reaching a score out of 20.

Above: The Wine Selectors Tasting Panel

Only wines that achieve at least a Bronze medal score are selected for you, ensuring you receive the freshest, most exciting and very best quality wines. Not only do they look for excellence in winemaking, but they also identify styles they know you’ll love.

Our Panellists also regularly head out and about, visiting vineyards and wineries throughout Australia. On their travels, they’re constantly on the lookout to unearth hidden gems, exciting new styles and the latest wine trends for you to enjoy.

The integrity and expertise of our Tasting Panel is just one of the reasons why Wine Selectors is unique.

Does the wine subscription feature Australian wines?

It really is important to support the Australian wine industry, after all, it’s made up of incredibly dedicated, talented and passionate people who spend their lives making the wines we all love.

An Australian family-owned business, Wine Selectors is one of the best wine subscriptions for supporting our local wine business. In fact, Wine Selectors only sell Australian wines. So, with wine you buy from us, you’re supporting one of this country’s most vibrant and vital primary industries, and that’s something we can all drink to!

Are they the same wines you’d find in a bottle shop?

A wine subscription is a great place for wine lovers to discover new brands, new varieties and delicious new drops.

At Wine Selectors, we work with over 500 wineries and cellar doors right across Australia to ensure we can source and bring you interesting wines that you won’t find in most bottle shops.

Our Tasting Panellists regularly head out and about to wineries throughout Australia’s diverse wine regions catching up with old friends and making new ones so we can share known and established brands, plus exciting new ones.

Above: Wine Selectors have close relationships with over 500 Australian wineries and cellar doors.

Are wine subscriptions worth it?

Opting to have a subscription should give you better value for money, not just on the price of the wines, but also on the added extras that you get with a good subscription.

Wine Selectors is Australia’s largest independent wine retailer giving you access to highly competitive pricing and a minimum of 20% below RRP. Plus, you receive a host of great added Membership benefits including our award-winning Selector Magazine, detailed tasting notes to expand your knowledge and enjoyment of your wines, exclusive discounts and privileges at wine regions across Australia, unique publications like our annual Chef and the Cellar calendar, priority access to exclusive Wine Selector food and wine events, a yearly Birthday voucher and more.

Do wine subscriptions give you more than just wine?

The best wine subscriptions provide you with more than just wine – they also share experiences and include you in the exciting world of wine.

Above: A Wine Selectors wine subscription offer many great benefits and extras.

Some of the additional benefits of a Wine Selectors wine subscription include;

• Detailed tasting notes
• Seven issues each year of our award-winning Life + Food + Wine magazine, Selector Magazine
• Invitations to exciting and exclusive wine and food events including masterclasses, wine dinners and wine tastings hosted by our Tasting Panellists, wine educators, and invited winemakers, producers, and celebratory chefs
• Members Extras – special wine region offers and experiences across Australia with discounts and offers at cellar doors, restaurants and accommodation venues
• Wine education – take your wine appreciation to new heights
• An annual food and wine calendar
• Access to an extensive online recipe and wine matching library – make every meal memorable
• Advice from trusted wine experts – the most experienced in the industry, our Tasting Panel is your guarantee to receiving the very best quality wine and advice
• A yearly birthday voucher, and more

Do you want a monthly wine subscription?

Don’t go just settle for a locked in delivery frequency that suits the wine company, but rather one that’s built to suit you – what wine you like to drink and how often you like to enjoy it.

As a Wine Selectors Cellar Door Release Member, you choose the type of selection you like, how often you want it delivered, and have the added benefit of being able to change your selection whenever you want to.

Since every wine lover’s journey is different, you can choose to receive your wine as little or as often as you like, with a schedule tailored to your lifestyle and circumstances. And, you can skip or cancel at any time, so no need to stress, just drink up!

Can you change your options to suit you?

Look for a subscription that can alter to match your changing moods, tastes and lifestyle.

With a Wine Selectors Cellar Door Release Membership, there are no contracts, no ongoing commitments, and you can skip or change your order anytime.  We have the largest selection of subscriptions to cover all tastes, budgets and delivery preferences.

Does it include new wines in each delivery?

Most people don’t want to drink the same wines over and over again, so a good wine subscription should guarantee and offer a diverse selection.

With a Wine Selectors Membership, you get just that – a different selection to enjoy with each delivery.

Choosing the best wine subscription for you!

At Wine Selectors we have the largest selection of wine subscriptions and plans to cover all tastes, budgets and delivery preferences – it’s as simple as choosing the right one for you.

To help you choose the best wine subscription for you, read our questionnaire to find out what suits your mood, taste and lifestyle best! 

Wine subscription questionnaire

All of these wine subscription benefits give you the opportunity to learn and discover more about wine, and the more you know, the more you’ll enjoy it!