The Sunday Times Wine Club offers members access to over 1,000 wines at great prices. Members receive a monthly newsletter with information on new releases, tasting notes, and recipes.
I have been a customer of The Sunday Times Wine Club on and off for several years and have enjoyed the journey so far, which has encouraged me to do a customer review.
Let us explore what it is and how it can help you enjoy quality wines without going to your local wine merchant and trawling through their stock to find something you think you would like.
Subscription Offers
If you are lucky enough to receive one of their direct mail offers, it all starts with an offer. This gives you the information that you need about the offer.
Instead, you may have a friend who has used them in the past and has a money voucher they can share with you.
To clarify, there are a couple of ways to be invited to join the club.
You also need to understand that once you order your box, you have 30 days if you decide it is not for you and want to cancel your subscription before the money is taken.
You can cancel anytime, even if you have tried it and feel it isn't for you or the budget won't stretch to it now.
I learned about The Sunday Times Wine Club from a direct mailing shot. I guess that is their way of quickly getting more customers. https://www.sundaytimeswineclub.co.uk/
When you first join, you receive a welcome pack with all the products on offer. This pack also includes a voucher to give to a friend for the same savings you just received, tasting notes, and some general information.
The main offer is a greatly reduced-price case of wine of your choice, Mixed, Red, or White, with free delivery to your door in 2 to 3 days. (At the time of going to press) The first case is £65.00 (at the date of going to press)
Whatever way you get an introduction, I have stuck with a standard subscription, which allows me to tailor my case each time.
You can swap wines out or online in the wine subscription section in your account settings. You can also change your wine subscription as a one-off or ongoing.
Unboxing a Subscription Delivery
I am excited because I just received my latest box from the club, and I will share some of the great wines they offer with you.
I am just going to unbox it and show you what is inside.
We can see a great selection of big reds inside the box.
With names like The Full15 from South Eastern Australia, it is an intense, full-bodied wine.
2021 Cabalie, a classically ripe-tasting Catalan red.
Opi delicious Malbec from Argentina.
2021 Pallastro Puglia rosso, from Italy.
Stones and Bones 2020, a sensual Syrah from Portugal.
The Black Stump 2021 is another firm favourite from South Eastern Australia.
Also, there is a gratis bottle of Casa Cantalini Prosecco.
Plus 2 x 2 Dartinton stemless wine tumblers.
What a fabulous array of wine and goodies to start your journey with the club.
The make-up of the offer may change from time to time.
Like most people, I have my favourite bottles. These six are right up there, in my opinion. Each has a special place for us, as we like a glass of wine with our evening meal.
I am impressed that you won’t find any of these in your local wine merchant or supermarket, which makes it very special. https://www.sundaytimeswineclub.co.uk/wine?priceRange=£6 - £7.99
Subscription Types
There are three primary subscriptions: Wine Club subscriptions, Vineyard Partners and Wine Club Unlimited, but once you have joined, you will find that there is so much more.
Go to terms and conditions for complete details. You may need to make a phone call or send an email to learn how they each work.
| The Seasons | Delivery every eight weeks |
| The Big Red Experience | Delivery every 8 weeks |
| A Taste of Australia | Delivery every twelve weeks |
| A Taste of Spain | Delivery every twelve weeks |
| A Taste of Italy | Delivery every twelve weeks |
| Essentials | Delivery every twelve weeks |
These are a small sample of subscription types available to tailor your case to your needs.
I like that you will develop your firm favourites as you become more familiar with the wines. Ours are reds, big reds, and once you are a member, you can build your case from the brilliant range of wines on offer or sign up for whatever type of subscription suits you.
Pros & Cons
Pros: You get a wine you would not find in other wine outlets, as it is unique to the group.
Customer service is brilliant. You have an expert in wine at the end of the phone who can sort out any problem you throw at them. This also includes if you want them to do a wine pick for you or provide information about a specific wine.
I have had occasions when I have had to put a delivery off for a while. It’s never a problem – it’s just taken care of.
Receive your first box.
You're not alone if you haven't heard of the Sunday Times Wine Club before. This wine club was launched by the Sunday Times newspaper in 2015 and has since become one of the UK's leading wine clubs with over 100,000 subscribers. https://www.sundaytimeswineclub.co.uk/jsp/offer/cm/common/offer.jsp?name=heroes-wp-aug23-wc
Cons – Delivery – although this goes smoothly most of the time, I had a few issues with this, especially when I have not been home when I give instructions to leave the order in a safe place for the delivery driver. However, this option is provided when you place your order.
In conclusion, the benefits far outweigh the negatives, especially when you get such great wine, regardless of your style and budget. It also allows you to try something you would not usually go for. More about wine clubs. https://winegiftsbazaar.co.uk/blog/the-best-online-wine-clubs-compared-for-you/
