WE DELIVER
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
Hassle Free
Manage it all
online
how it works
1 · Tell Us What You Like
Your personal sommelier will begin to learn your palate with just 8 simple questions
2 · subscribe
Choose your plan: twice a month, every month, or bimonthly
3 · we pick it and ship it
Stunning hand-picked wines sourced from world class producers are on their way to you
4 · you rate, we donate
Your hassle-free account allows you to rate your wines and donate to a charity of your choice
get started
Just a few quick questions so we can pair you
with the perfect wine:
-
"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
-
"We are not big wine drinkers, so it is delightful to have someone pick out the wines and receive some background on the selected wines. Always a very pleasant surprise each month!"Karen F. College Station, TX
-
"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
-
"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
-
"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
-
"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
-
"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
-
"I have never ordered wine online, so when I made my first order with Grape Intentions, I wasn’t sure what to expect. The wines that I receive are outstanding, never had any problems. Makes my life easy! Great company, great wines."George & Linda E. Cheyenne, WY
-
"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
-
"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
a few faves
Delicious wine delivered to your door.
good
wine for everyday moments
-
Flor De CrastoFlor De Crasto
A number of styles emerge from the Duoro each year and the climate is to thank. As the locals say, "nine months of winter and three months of hell." The style here is a smooth-bodied red offering notes of blackberry cobbler, dried cherries, and cocoa. Pairs well with good home cooking. (Pot Roast!)
Grape • Tinta Roriz, Touriga Franca, Touriga Nacional
Place • Douro, Portugal
FYI • Among the first quintas to bottle/export it's own wine. -
Santa Tresa Purato Nero d’AvolaSanta Tresa Purato Nero d’Avola
Extraordinarily rounded, this plump example from Sicily will leave you a believer in this thickly skinned grape. Stylistically this varietal can produce massive, hugely tannic wines or, in this case, something easily quaffable. Enjoy with tomato based sauces, steak or pork.
Grape • Nero d’Avola
Place • Sicily Italy
FYI • Nero d’Avola is the most widely planted grape in Sicily. -
Fairvalley PinotageFairvalley Pinotage
Fairvalley started as socio-economic empowerment venture in 1998. The profits are meant to develop FairValley land. Today their wines are found in markets worldwide. With notes of mulberry, coffee, and a hint of smokiness, this wine pairs well with smoked brisket.
Grape • Pinotage
Place • Western Cape, South Africa
FYI • Pinotage is a cross between Pinot Noir and Cinsault.
Gooder®
a touch of pedigree
-
OMNE Single Vineyard ChardonnayOMNE Single Vineyard Chardonnay
The approach to making this wine is singularly Burgundian with no expense spared in the use of French varietal clones, French yeast, and French barrels. Opulent citrus and exotic fruit notes that will pair well with a mango salsa.
Grape • Chardonnay
Place • Limari, Chile
FYI • From the most northern wine growing region in Chile. -
Barboursville MerlotBarboursville Merlot
Barboursville is Virginia’s first wine estate to be dedicated to growing European, vitis vinifera wine varietals. Planted in 1976, the vineyard was founded and continues to be owned by Gianni Zonin from Gambellara, Italy. With flavors of plum and kitchen spice this pairs well with Osso buco con polenta
Grape • Merlot
Place • Barboursville, Virginia
FYI • Gianni's Italian winery is Casa Vinicola Zonin. -
Kermit Lynch CDR Villages - Cuvee Kermit LynchKermit Lynch CDR Villages - Cuvee Kermit Lynch
"Galet-strewn terroir, which reflects the southern sun into the forty-year-old vines and yields an expressive rouge full of beautiful aromas and flavors of black cherries, stones, and a hint of black olive. Year in and year out, we are amazed to find this much southern French character. Pair with a cheese board."
Grape • Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre, Carignan, Cinsault
Place • Rhone Valley, France
FYI • Kermit founded his, then tiny, wine shop in 1972
Goodest®
as good as it gets
-
Ch. Guiraud Blanc SecCh. Guiraud Blanc Sec
The former cellar master at Chateau d'Yquem now runs the property. Long regarded as a "do it our way" producer, they have long employed environmentally friendly practices that are now industry standard. Notes of mango, papaya, and pineapple. Pair with your favorite Thai dish.
Grape • Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon
Place • Bordeaux, France
FYI • For a dry white, they use a high percentage of Semillon. -
Ch. Haut Plantey, Saint-Emilion Grand CruCh. Haut Plantey, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru
"This historic property, which formerly belonged to the abbots of Margaux and is adjacent to Chateau Troplong-Mondot. With notes of blackberries, black currants, cherries, mushrooms and minerals. The palate is full bodied with silky tannins and a long plum finish." Perfect with roast duck.
Grape • Merlot, Cabernet Franc
Place • Bordeaux, France
FYI • The chateau is under the direction of Michel Boutet. -
La Follette Hawk's Roost VineyardLa Follette Hawk's Roost Vineyard
"Greg LaFololette is intensely focused on crafting wines that offer benchmark expression of vineyard site and appellation." This memorable offering from the Russian River has notes of dark cherry, forest floor, and myrrh. Pair with roasted squab.
Grape • Pinot Noir
Place • Sonoma County, California
FYI • Aptly named after a nearby hawk's nest.