Amelie CameronExploring the fascinating world of wine can be an intimidating experience, but it shouldn’t be!
Instead of bottling up any reservations, why not have a glass and sip on the finest flavors? We’re uncorking this list of the best wine clubs in Toronto after all!
Before we start, this experience isn’t solely for those starting their wine journey; it’s guaranteed to be an equally exciting experience for seasoned experts.
We found ourselves enjoying a bottle we never thought we would, all thanks to the careful curation of these expert wine clubs.
Now, let the discoveries commence, and don’t forget – life’s too short to drink bad wine!
1. Wine Collective
Website: https://winecollective.ca
Contact details: +1 855-501-WINE
Indulge your taste buds in a world full of taste by signing up for Wine Collective, a subscription box that offers a rich variety of wines.
The monthly boxes come with a guide to help you navigate the flavor adventure, ensuring you evolve your sense of taste and level up your expertise in this tasty alcoholic beverage.
Moreover, the package arrives contained in a compostable box – a lovely sustainable effort on their part.
Customers have the option to choose from three possible packages: 2 bottles, 4 bottles, or 6 bottle packs. Another lovely perk is that you get to choose if you want all white, all red, or an exciting mix of the two.
2. Eataly
Website: https://www.eataly.ca/news/toronto-wine-club/
Contact details: +1 437-374-0250
Eataly is a well-rounded establishment that offers exceptional dining experiences, dynamic cooking classes, and of course, today’s star of the show – wine subscription boxes.
Their monthly subscription costs CA$125 with enticing inclusions of three regional Italian wines in accordance with the theme they’ve got going for the month.
While they only have one option for a deluxe wine experience, you have the option to add an extra CA$80 to add a rare bottle to your box.
Oh, and if you don’t want to pay an extra fee for shipping, you can pick up your package at their store!
3. Toronto Life
Website: https://torontolife.com/food/toronto-life-wine-club/
Toronto Life is another exciting option for your wine subscription needs. Solely focusing on Ontario’s wineries, subscribers from Toronto will get to indulge in delightful flavors crafted right in the neighboring cities.
It’s like touring the vineyards in the province right in the delightful comforts of your home!
Their wine subscription boxes come at an affordable cost of CA$89 and include three bottles, most of which are hard to find.
Additionally, they also include unique touches by adding the musings of a professional, giving customers a glimpse of the possible food pairings and interesting tasting notes of each wine.
4. Vyno
Website: https://vyno.ca
Address: 150 Duncan Mill Rd Unit 2, Toronto, ON M3B 3M4, Canada
Contact details: +1 800-370-8966
Operating hours:
- Monday to Friday – 9 AM to 5 PM
- Saturday and Sunday – closed
Vyno provides premium wine boxes with delectable drinks from both distinguished and under-the-radar vineyards from different parts of the world.
Of course, being a member has its perks including access to unusual discoveries, priority access to fresh additions, and exclusive discounts. The benefits also extend to invitations to their exclusive events, educational opportunities, and wine tastings.
Overall, signing up for their prescription not only opens up a whole new world of taste, but also exposure to a community filled with like-minded people.
5. The Real Wine Club
Website: https://www.thelivingvine.ca/pages/the-real-wine-club
Contact details: +1 647-349-8101
Featuring more wines in each box, The Real Wine Club is a fun choice if you want something other than the usual three-in-a-box subscription.
With 12 wine bottles per subscription, adventurous enthusiasts will have the opportunity to explore complex flavors from different producers around the world.
While there’s no guarantee on what kind of item you’ll receive, you can expect that they’re all natural and organic. The element of surprise certainly adds to the fun!
You can choose from two subscriptions: bi-monthly and quarterly.
6. Grape Witches
Website:
Address: 1247 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1X6, Canada
Contact details: +1 416-546-2151
Operating hours:
- Monday to Wednesday, and Sunday – 12 PM to 9 PM
- Thursday to Saturday – 12 PM to 11 PM
Invoke an exciting wine-tasting experience by signing up for Grape Witches’ wine club featuring four different price points to suit every budget.
The first one, Super Fresh, costs CA$33 per bottle, offering vibrant and delightful flavors. The Fresh (CA$40), on the other hand, boasts radiant nuances with slightly premium quality than the former.
Meanwhile, Fancy is available at CA$60 per bottle, including imported gems with unique, complicated flavor profiles.
Lastly, Super Fancy is priced at CA$80 per bottle, which guarantees you the best of the best.
We find Grape Witches perfect for those who don’t want the element of surprise. Just let them know about your flavor preferences and they’ll seamlessly curate the perfect box for you.
Each package comes with six bottles, but you can opt for five if you want them to include a special treat just for you!
7. Thirty Bench
Website: https://shop.thirtybench.com/wine-club
Contact details: +1-866-440-4384
Thirty Bench offers a quarterly subscription of wines that are quick to disappear on the shelves, ensuring subscribers have priority access to popular and often rare finds.
The cost of the box per quarter varies on the cost of wine, which can be an understandable drawback for some. However, you can be assured of six premium bottles in each shipment and cool perks at their partner wineries.
A few examples of membership privileges are special discounts at Peller Estates, Wayne Gretzky Estates, Trius Winery, and Thirty Bench. Additionally, members receive exclusive invitations to members-only events.
8. E.D. Wine Co
Website: https://edwine.ca
E.D. Wine Co’s splendid wine boxes come with 4 delightful bottles delivered to your doorstep every month. You’re also given the opportunity to know more about each variety as the boxes come with in-depth descriptions of the flavors.
Don’t want to commit to a monthly program? You can also choose a single purchase just to try it out.
Now, here’s the fun part – they have a diverse range of packages available, so there’s plenty to choose from depending on what you like including all reds (CA$145), all kinds (CA$135), and so on.
They also have an option to acquire a premium package, but the prices for this vary. It’s best to hit them up on their website to get a complete quote.
9. Charlie’s Burgers Wine Program
Website: https://www.cbwineprogram.com
Charlie’s Burgers Wine Program comes with a monthly subscription to an eclectic mix of handpicked wines just for you.
Considering you are sent bottles that aren’t sold elsewhere, the cost of CA$129 per month sounds like a great freakin’ deal, especially for hardcore wine enthusiasts.
Just imagine the bottles you’ll be able to add to your collection!
Aside from having access to deluxe wines, other exciting perks include being invited to members-only culinary events and access to secret menus with some of the city’s top restaurants. Know more about this sweet deal on their website!
10. Monthly Sommelier
Website: https://monthlysommelier.ca
Monthly Sommelier is an exceptional gift store that offers three enticing wine clubs for you to join. In fact, they’ve been on our radar for as long as we can remember because of the wide array of choices.
First off the list is the New World Red Wine Club which comes with two unique bottles of red wines. If you’re open to exploring more varieties, there’s also the Old World Wine Club which is basically like the former, but with a broader collection.
They also have a wine subscription box called the Vintage Wine Club for those who want powerful flavor sensations.
The price of each box depends on the customer as there are a few inclusions you can customize. You can choose the subscription period depending on how long you want to receive months – whether it’s three, six, nine, or 12 months.
Additionally, you can also choose to add a few items to supplement your wine tasting experience such as cheese, gourmet foods, and more.
11. No.99 Wine & Cocktail Club
Website: https://shop.waynegretzkyestates.com/wine-club
No.99 Wine & Cocktail Club is a wine subscription by Wayne Gretzky Estates, a prestigious winery in Niagara.
Subscribers can anticipate quarterly packages, each with diverse inclusions of 4 wines and a surprise alcoholic beverage, ranging from whisky to spirits.
There’s no exact pricing for each box, but it’s expected to be around CA$175 – $185.
This one’s perfect for those who not only want to explore the world of wine but also want to indulge in other exceptional drinks to add to their wide array of drink collections.
