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We’re a wine club founded on expertise and variety
"We demystify the world of wine by bringing you internationally available, hand-picked, liquid deliciousness."
– Brett H. Philpott-Freeman, Sommelier
Expertise
It’s like a sommelier
in your pocket
Variety
We bring you
a world of choices
Charity
Giving back, every
sip of the way
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how it works
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3 · we pick it and ship it
Stunning hand-picked wines sourced from world class producers are on their way to you
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Your hassle-free account allows you to rate your wines and donate to a charity of your choice
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"We love trying new types of wine, but we're by no means experts. Having Grape Intentions make the selections for us takes away the risk of us making a bad choice and allows us to be more adventurous with no effort. We've been very happy with the wines we've received."John H. Cary, NC -
"Nevermind the sake of ease and convenience, I love that each time I receive my Grape Intentions shipment, I open the box excited to see what wines have arrived — knowing very well that there will be an outstanding selection, all based on my preferences, yet vintages that are new and refreshing to try."Arend F. Arlington, VA -
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"We get varietals we never would have picked out on our own, from vineyards we never would have known to try, along with bonus information about the wines and what to drink them with. We’ve never had a bad bottle, and we could not love Grape Intentions more!"Lauren S. Ardsley, NY -
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"I love Grape Intentions because it exposes me to wines that I would not have tried otherwise, and I know that they will be high quality thanks to Brett's knowledge and experience in the wine industry. I also love that part of my subscription goes to doing good."Meli M. Washington, DC
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"I've been a Grape Intentions member since they launched and I love the convenience factor, I never have to worry about running to the wine store for a last minute party invite at a friend's. I always have a quality wine supply!"Stephanie C. Philadelphia, PA
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"Opening my box of wines each delivery has become one of my favorite rituals (well, ranked slightly after actually drinking them)! The quality of the wines has been uniformly superb, and the wine descriptions have been as interesting and educational as the wines themselves."Dusty F. New York, NY
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"We just opened our 10th shipment of wonderful wine! It is safe to say Grape Intentions has enhanced our lives. After we open each box we really enjoy reading the fun stories about the wine grapes, the region and the winemaker, and we appreciate the tasting notes and the pairing suggestions too. And yes, we have been known to do a happy dance when we uncork one of your fine wines!"Kevin & Debbie M. Placerville, CA
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"Hands down the best wine club out there. Always something new, amazing quality, and I love that it has expanded my palate to now enjoy rosé."Rob T. Washington, DC
good
wine for everyday moments
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Maynards Fine Ruby PortMaynards Fine Ruby PortVery approachable, easy drinking port that can be served chilled. Great to cook with.
Grape • Touriga Nacional
Place • Porto, Portugal
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Yalumba "Y' SeriesYalumba "Y' SeriesA fresh modern approach to winemaking has swept over Australia and gone are the overly produced, doctored wines of yesterday. This medium bodied red has hints of blueberry and an undeniable undertone of Australia's quintessential component: eucalyptus. Try with your favorite vegetarian dish.
Grape • Cabernet Sauvignon
Place • South Australia, Australia
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Alverdi Pinot GrigioAlverdi Pinot GrigioRefreshing, clean, and with a quick finish. This varietaly-perfect showing has floral notes, especially that of acacia flowers. Served chilled as a perfect aperitif wine or with caprese salad.
Grape • Pinot Grigio
Place • Molise, Italy
FYI • Molise is located in south-central Italy.
Gooder®
a touch of pedigree
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Ch. PicardCh. PicardLocated in Saint-Estephe and classified a cru bourgeois in 1932. It has always been considered one of the best wines in the appellation. Purchased by Mahler-Besse (1997), this 8-hectare estate was chosen for its considerable potential and medium-sized area. Smokey, dark fruit notes. Great with bistro fare.
Grape • Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
Place • Bordeaux, France
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Thorn-Clarke Shotfire ShirazThorn-Clarke Shotfire Shiraz"Shotfire honors a family pioneer who worked the Barossa goldfields in the late 1800's. He had the hazardous job of being a 'Shotfirer'; one who handled the explosives to be used in finding veins of gold. A rich wine with aromas of blackcurrant and mulberries and a touch oak. Pair with grilled meats and veggies."
Grape • Syrah
Place • Barossa Valley, Australia
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Les Cotilles BlancLes Cotilles Blanc"Founded in 1885, Domaine Roux is currently operated by the 4th and 5th generation of the Roux family with vineyard holdings throughout the Côte d'Or. The bouquet shows aromas of honeysuckle, lemon-grass, and citrus fruits such as grapefruit and mandarin oranges." Pair with salmon fishcakes.
Grape • Chardonnay
Place • Burgundy, France
FYI • Les Cotilles means "the corsets" in English.
Goodest®
as good as it gets
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Brown Estate ZinfandelBrown Estate Zinfandel"Founded in 1995 by three siblings, Brown Estate produced its first Napa Valley zinfandel in 1996 after the family had been farming grapes and selling them to established winemakers. It is the first and only Black-owned estate in Napa Valley." Rich and luscious with notes of black pepper. Pair with steak.
Grape • Zinfandel
Place • Napa Valley, California
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Franz Hirtzberger Rotes TorFranz Hirtzberger Rotes TorHands down considered one (out of two) of the greatest white wine producers in Austria. Meticulous work in the vineyard is exhibited in 4 to 5 passes of each vine to pick grapes only at their individual peak ripeness. Prolonged minerality on the palate and a hint of gooseberry. Excellent with delicate fish dishes.
Grape • Gruner Veltliner
Place • Wachau, Austria
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The CounselorThe CounselorYou too would know seven acres of land intimately well if that's all you worked each and everyday for 15 years. We're lucky Nick Goldschmidt is so dedicated to that parcel. Powerful yet elegant, forceful yet reserved, this stunning wine is full of rich dark fruit and cocoa. A wine to ponder life over by a roaring fire.
Grape • Cabernet Sauvignon
Place • Sonoma County, California
FYI • Nick is a New Zealand transplant.