The Gathering Place for Philadelphia’s Wine Lovers

The Wine Club!

Our wine club is your gateway to connecting with fellow wine lovers—and so much more! Membership unlocks exclusive events and steep discounts on wine education courses and tasting classes. And that’s just the beginning of the incredible benefits you’ll enjoy.
As a member, you’ll join the city’s vibrant wine community, guided by Keith Wallace—the visionary founder of Philly’s wine school! Don’t miss the chance to be part of this dynamic group. Join today and experience the best that the world of wine has to offer!

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Upcoming Members Events

We offer two types of member events: Free events that are exclusively for members and their guests. These events are BYO, and often have specific themes. The others are “Recommended for Members” classes in which our members get discounts of up to 40% off. This 40% is a base of 20% off, plus the option to use “Cellar Credits” for another 20% discount. Members earn Cellar Credits every month for just being a member, plus more credits for all classes and programs they attend.

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Why Join The Wine Club

This program offers a seamless blend of education, savings, and community. Membership is worth considering if you’re drawn to critically acclaimed wine classes and generous course discounts. Benefits include Cellar Credits, exclusive wine dinners, $1 last-minute classes, free Members’ Nights, and access to our long-running Cellar Club.
Members Benefits

Members Night

Members’ Nights offer a delightful way to spend an evening. We host an exclusive free wine event for our dues-paying members monthly, except for July. Enjoy a selection of appetizers while mingling with the city’s sommeliers and wine enthusiasts—a perfect opportunity to connect and discover an incredible community of like-minded individuals.
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Members Benefits

The Cellar Club

The Cellar Club is the cornerstone of the Wine School’s membership experience and its longest-running tradition. This themed wine club is a must-attend event for wine aficionados, enthusiasts, and sommelier students. Each event highlights a specific theme—France, Spain, Italy, and beyond—and is expertly hosted by Keith Wallace, founder of the Wine School of Philadelphia. Guests have the rare opportunity to explore a meticulously curated selection of up to 25 luxury wines, each chosen with care to create an unforgettable tasting experience.
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The Best of the Wine School

Amazing Value for Wine Lovers

Members enjoy exclusive perks, including specialty wine classes, events, and wine dinners—not to mention incredible savings. Members receive big discounts on all offerings from $1 last-minute classes to multiple ways to save on courses. Plus, you can pay with Cellar Credits earned just by attending classes!
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Wine Club Benefits

Exclusive Discounts

Members enjoy exclusive savings at the Wine School of Philadelphia. Along with Cellar Credits, members get a 20% discount on all classes and courses, saving thousands on sommelier certifications. Plus, snag $1 last-minute tickets to select classes!
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Wine Club Benefits

Cellar Credits

Earn Cellar Credits for every event you attend at the Wine School, and use them to pay for classes and sommelier courses. Even better, you’ll receive credits for classes you attended before becoming a member!
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Wine Club Benefits

Wine Dinners with Keith

One of the most coveted member benefits is our exclusive “Family Meals,” prepared by the school’s founder, Keith Wallace. As a former executive chef and winemaker, Keith ensures these casual dinners are among the most memorable dining experiences of the year.

Media Reviews of Our Wine Club

Word has spread about our wine club! What began as a small gathering of alumni, sommeliers, and winemakers has grown into Philadelphia’s only engaging, intelligent, and passionate wine club.
Eater Philadelphia
“Its wine club membership is an extension of these offerings, providing subscribers access to exclusive weekly members-only events, founder’s pairing dinners, a bi-weekly newsletter, training workshops, and opportunities to connect with experts in the wine industry.”
George Banks-Weston
Eater Philadelphia
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“The Wine School of Philadelphia has been (and still is) the headquarters for aspiring sommeliers, wine educators, and winemakers since 2001. At the helm is Keith Wallace, a no-nonsense former Napa Valley winemaker, journalist, and consultant that has led wine education programming for decades in Philly and abroad.”
Alisha Miranda
Philadelphia Magazine
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Pricing Plan

Memberships cost less than $20 per month with a 12-month commitment. Only members qualify for discounts on classes and courses. Members can also bring guests to events for an additional fee.
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Membership Discounts
$1 Last Minute Tickets
Free Members Nights
The Cellar Club
Wine Dinners
Free Online Classes
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From the Member’s Newsletter

A selection of articles that were first available to our members.

WTF Terroir? And Some Sancerre.

Uncorking Wine Wisdom: A Recap of the Latest Episode of After Wine SchoolThis week’s episode dives headfirst into one of the most debated topics …
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One Question That Stumps the Best Sommeliers

At After Wine School, we believe in making wine approachable for everyone. Each episode, we dive into the world of wine without the pretension, …
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The Dark Arts of Wine Marketing

Wine marketing is a curious beast. One moment, you’re sipping an obscure rosé on a boat with industry insiders; the next, that same rosé …
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From Elite Beginnings to an Inclusive Community

Our original wine club was launched in 2005 as the Cru Club. It was an exclusive gathering open only to Master-level sommeliers and Level 5 wine course graduates. With a remarkable roster of members, the club inspired offshoots, including a California wine club, a natural wine club, and even a non-profit organization.

Over time, we sought to create a more inclusive experience. Gradually, we changed membership requirements to welcome all wine lovers. While we anticipated some resistance, most original members embraced the new ethos and are still active participants today!

During COVID, we transformed the Cru Club into an online wine club for a short time. This shift allowed us to refine our video and audio expertise, paving the way for the development of online wine courses at the National Wine School. Today, we stream live online classes for members in stunning 4K video and professional-grade audio, all from our classroom.

Publications like Philadelphia Magazine have praised our club as one of the city’s best wine events. Our focus is on creating smart, fun wine experiences. With a reputation for attracting brilliant wine minds, there’s always an expectation that members bring extraordinary wines to share. To make it easier for members to explore and learn, we offer a 20% discount on all classes and courses.

We’ve built a wine club for everyone passionate about great wine. Why not join us and discover what makes it so special?

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