The Windy Oaks Wine Group
At Windy Oaks, we specialize in estate pinot noirs, chardonnays, and syrah, which are produced in small lots and quickly sell out. We established our WineGroup to ensure that our customers would have priority access to our estate wines.
The Windy Oaks WineGroup has significant advantages:
- Discounted access to our wines—including our Proprietor’s Reserve and Limited Release estate pinot noirs—in 3, 6, or 12 bottle shipments per quarter
- Private member events
- June: Rosé new release event
- July: Elegant Summer Picnic on the Ridge
- September: Harvest BBQ and oyster feed
- November: Holiday party
- The opportunity to purchase most additional wines at a 20% discount, including our Monterey appellations specially selected wines, such as ‘old vine’ pinot blanc, viognier, mourvèdre, and pinot noir; and a sparkling albariño
- Priority access to the vineyard and picnic ridge site
- Free tastings for member and guest at all three tasting rooms
- Member guests are entitled to members 20% discount on the purchase of wines
To join our Wine Group, simply take a look at the matrix below, and follow the link to enter your relevant information. You will receive your wine quarterly:
- Spring – February
- Summer – May
- Fall – August
- Winter – November
The minimum purchase amount is one case (12 bottles) per year. Please note that you may change your option at any time, as long as we receive prior notice for that quarter.
GRAND CRU Option We have recently added a Special Release option named our Grand Cru club. The Special Release series estate pinot noirs are characterized by one or more factors: their unique block in the vineyard, the way they are grown in the vineyard, unique clonal character, the way they are fermented, how long they are in barrel, and very limited production, typically less than 30 cases.
For more info about access to these rare wines,please contact 831.724.9562.
Reserve Preferred
All Reserve, signature pinot noir from the oldest block in the vineyard
Mix It Up
Equal amounts of Reserve, Cuvée and Chard
Limited Release
Always includes Reserve and a combination of Limited Release pinots: Whole Cluster, Wild Yeast, Wood Tank, Henry's Block
Vintner’s Choice
Equal amounts of Diane’s Block, Cuvée, and Terra pinot noirs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Windy Oaks Wine Group?
The Windy Oaks Wine Group is a wine club that gives members priority access to small-lot, estate-grown Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Syrah from Windy Oaks Estate in the Santa Cruz Mountains AVA. Because these wines are produced in limited quantities and sell out quickly, membership is the most reliable way to get them.
How much does Wine Group membership cost?
Membership requires a minimum purchase of one case (12 bottles) per year, delivered in quarterly shipments. Pricing depends on the option and shipment size, ranging from $113/shipment (Vintner’s Choice, 3 bottles) to $683/shipment (Reserve Preferred, 12 bottles).
What are the Wine Group shipment options?
Reserve Preferred (all Reserve, the signature Pinot Noir from the oldest block in the vineyard), Mix It Up (equal amounts of Reserve, Cuvée, and Chardonnay), Limited Release (always includes Reserve plus a rotation of Limited Release Pinots), and Vintner’s Choice (equal amounts of Diane’s Block, Cuvée, and Terra Pinot Noirs).
When are Wine Group shipments sent?
Quarterly: Spring (February), Summer (May), Fall (August), and Winter (November).
What discount do Wine Group members get on other wines?
Members can purchase most additional wines at a 20% discount, including Monterey-appellation selections like old-vine Pinot Blanc, Viognier, Mourvèdre, Pinot Noir, and a sparkling Albariño.
Do Wine Group members get free tastings?
Yes, members and one guest receive free tastings at all three tasting rooms (Corralitos Estate, Carmel-by-the-Sea, and Carmel Valley). Guests also receive the member’s 20% discount on wine purchased during that visit.
What is the Grand Cru option?
Grand Cru is Windy Oaks’ Special Release club, featuring estate Pinot Noirs distinguished by a unique vineyard block, growing method, clonal character, fermentation approach, or barrel time, typically fewer than 30 cases produced. Contact 831.724.9562 for access.
Can I change or cancel my Wine Group option?
Yes. Members can change their option at any time as long as Windy Oaks receives notice before the next quarterly shipment.