Wine Day guides · Updated November 7, 2026
The best wine clubs for 2027
We compared the major wine clubs on what matters: price per bottle, how much control you get, how well the wines are chosen, and how easy it is to skip or cancel. Here are our picks, and who each one suits best.
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Quick comparison
| # | Club | Best for | Price | Bottles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wine Access Discovery Club | Best overall | $150 per shipment | 6 bottles, 4× a year (about $25/bottle) |
| 2 | Firstleaf | Best for beginners | First box from $44.95 | Then about $16–$26/bottle depending on plan |
| 3 | Winc | Best value & flexibility | About $16–$20/bottle | 6 bottles monthly or 12 every 12 weeks |
| 4 | Naked Wines | Best for backing independent winemakers | $40/month into your wine account | Order when you like (6-bottle minimum per order) |
| 5 | SommSelect | Best for serious wine lovers | $118 (4 bottles) to $235 (6 reds) | Monthly, every two months, or quarterly |
| 6 | Cellars Wine Club | Best budget gift | From $49 per shipment | Premium ($49), 90 Point ($79) and Sparkling ($69) clubs |
| 7 | Plonk Wine Club | Best organic wine club | Varies by case size | 4, 6 or 12 bottles per shipment |
| 8 | Wine.com | Best for choosing your own bottles | Pay per bottle | Thousands of wines; no subscription needed |
1. Best overall
Wine Access Discovery Club
- Price$150 per shipment
- Bottles6 bottles, 4× a year (about $25/bottle)
- SelectionAll red, all white, or mixed
Expert-chosen bottles from a team that tastes over 20,000 wines a year, with a credit for any bottle that doesn’t impress. Six bottles every quarter is a relaxed pace for most households.
Why we like it
- Strong curation and tasting notes
- Credit if a bottle disappoints
- Shipping included on $150+ orders
Keep in mind
- Less frequent (quarterly)
- Higher price per bottle than budget clubs
Wine Access also runs a Connoisseurs Club (2 luxury bottles, $150/quarter) and a Champagne Club (4 bottles, $200–250/quarter).
2. Best for beginners
Firstleaf
- PriceFirst box from $44.95
- BottlesThen about $16–$26/bottle depending on plan
- SelectionPersonalized from a taste quiz and your ratings
Firstleaf learns what you like: rate each bottle and the next box adjusts. The low-cost first box makes it an easy, low-risk way to find your style.
Why we like it
- Personalized picks that improve over time
- Inexpensive first box
- 100% satisfaction guarantee
- Flexible box size and schedule
Keep in mind
- Regular price is well above the intro offer
- Remember to adjust or skip if you don’t want automatic boxes
3. Best value & flexibility
Winc
- PriceAbout $16–$20/bottle
- Bottles6 bottles monthly or 12 every 12 weeks
- SelectionYou choose, or swap their picks
Members get 20% off, free shipping and can skip any month. Winc now also serves former Bright Cellars members, so it’s one of the largest clubs around.
Why we like it
- Low per-bottle price
- Skip or swap anytime
- Free shipping on subscription orders of 4+
- Extra 10% off 12+ bottles
Keep in mind
- Mostly Winc’s own brands
- Monthly default—set your schedule
Looking for Bright Cellars? It has moved its members to Winc.
4. Best for backing independent winemakers
Naked Wines
- Price$40/month into your wine account
- BottlesOrder when you like (6-bottle minimum per order)
- SelectionYou choose from hundreds of bottles
Members (“Angels”) put $40 a month toward wine and use it whenever they want. That funding supports independent winemakers, and members get member pricing in return.
Why we like it
- You decide what and when to order
- Big first-order discount ($100 off at the time of checking)
- Pause or cancel anytime
Keep in mind
- Your monthly $40 is a deposit you spend at Naked Wines
- Delivery included only on larger orders ($200+)
5. Best for serious wine lovers
SommSelect
- Price$118 (4 bottles) to $235 (6 reds)
- BottlesMonthly, every two months, or quarterly
- SelectionSommelier-selected; blind-tasting option
Sommelier-curated bottles from family producers around the world, with fun options like a “Blind 6” for training your palate.
Why we like it
- Excellent selection quality
- Choose your frequency
- Great gift for curious drinkers
Keep in mind
- Premium pricing
- Insurance & shipping added (about 1%)
6. Best budget gift
Cellars Wine Club
- PriceFrom $49 per shipment
- BottlesPremium ($49), 90 Point ($79) and Sparkling ($69) clubs
- SelectionCurated by the club
Running since 1999 with free shipping on every club and a “No Bad Bottle” guarantee. Easy to skip, change or cancel, which makes it a safe gift membership.
Why we like it
- Low starting price
- Free shipping
- No Bad Bottle guarantee
- Simple to cancel
Keep in mind
- Fewer bottles per shipment than some clubs
7. Best organic wine club
Plonk Wine Club
- PriceVaries by case size
- Bottles4, 6 or 12 bottles per shipment
- SelectionOrganic, small-producer wines
A focused pick of organic wines from small producers, with free shipping and the freedom to pause or cancel.
Why we like it
- Organic focus
- Free shipping on all orders
- Choose your case size
- Cancel, pause or skip anytime
Keep in mind
- Narrower style focus
8. Best for choosing your own bottles
Wine.com
- PricePay per bottle
- BottlesThousands of wines; no subscription needed
- SelectionYou choose
Not a club, but the biggest online wine shop. If you’d rather pick every bottle yourself, it’s the most flexible option—and our wine list links straight to it.
Why we like it
- Huge selection and ratings
- Order only when you want
- Optional free-shipping membership (StewardShip)
Keep in mind
- No curation unless you want it
- Shipping varies by state
Browse our hand-picked bottles with grape breakdowns in the Wine Day wine list.
How we ranked them
- Value: realistic price per bottle after any intro offer ends.
- Control: can you pick, swap, skip or pause easily?
- Curation: who chooses the wines and how much they tell you about them.
- Fit: each club is best for a different kind of drinker, so we named who it suits.
Prices and plans come from each club’s own website, checked November 7, 2026. Offers change often, and alcohol shipping rules vary by state—confirm details and your ZIP code on the club’s site before joining. We did not receive payment for placement.
Wine club FAQs
What is the best wine club for beginners?
Firstleaf is the easiest place to start: a short taste quiz, an inexpensive first box, and picks that adjust as you rate each bottle.
What is the cheapest good wine club?
Winc works out to roughly $16–$20 a bottle with free shipping on subscription orders, and Cellars Wine Club starts at $49 per shipment with free shipping.
Can wine clubs ship to every state?
No. Alcohol shipping laws vary by state, and some states can’t receive shipments from certain clubs. Check the club’s shipping page with your ZIP code before you join.
Is a wine club a good gift?
Yes—most clubs sell prepaid gift memberships. Cellars Wine Club and Wine Access both offer gift options, and SommSelect sells prepaid quarterly memberships.
How do I cancel a wine club?
All the clubs on this list let you skip, pause or cancel from your account. Most charge before each shipment, so cancel or skip a few days before the next ship date.
Rather pick your own? Browse our hand-picked wine list with real grape breakdowns, find bottles for the next wine day, or grab glasses and gifts.