NPR Wine Club

NPR Wine Club is a wine subscription run with Laithwaites, the wine merchant behind several radio and newspaper clubs. Members get a 12 bottle case every 3 months, with NPR themed wines in each case and seasonal picks from Laithwaites, and part of every sale supports public radio.

You can choose a reds case, a whites case or a mixed case, and every bottle comes with tasting notes and a money back guarantee.

NPR Wine Club plans and prices

How NPR Wine Club works

You start with a discounted welcome case of 12 wines, plus three bonus NPR themed bottles such as Tiny Desk Sauvignon Blanc, Wild Card Tannat and a Weekend Edition red. After that a new 12 bottle case arrives every 3 months at the club price.

You get a reminder before each case is charged, with at least 10 days to skip, change or delay it online or by phone. Members are also offered a couple of extra seasonal cases a year, which you can decline.

What’s in a typical case

• 12 bottles from around the world, picked by Laithwaites buyers
• NPR themed wines inspired by shows like Tiny Desk and Weekend Edition
• Reds only, whites only or a mix
• Tasting notes, food pairings and the story behind each bottle

Shipping, states and guarantee

Delivery costs $19.99 per case plus $2.79 for adult ID verification, with extra charges in a few states, and the club cannot ship to every state. If you plan to stay a while, the Unlimited Delivery membership covers shipping for a year. Any bottle you do not enjoy is refunded under the money back guarantee.

Is NPR Wine Club worth it?

Yes, if you drink wine regularly, like the idea of supporting public radio and want a reliable case of everyday bottles four times a year. Take the welcome case, then decide if the regular price works for you. If you prefer choosing every bottle, Firstleaf or Splash Wines give you more control.

Pros

• Excellent welcome case deal
• Every case supports public radio
• Skip, change or delay with plenty of notice
• Money back guarantee on any bottle

Cons

• Shipping adds over $22 per case
• 12 bottles at a time is a lot for light drinkers
• Wines are crowd pleasers, not rare finds
• Not available in every state

Best alternatives to NPR Wine Club

Explore more wine subscription boxes, or compare with these clubs:

• NPR Wine Club vs Firstleaf: Firstleaf uses a taste quiz and lets you rate bottles to personalize future boxes.
• NPR Wine Club vs Splash Wines: Splash Wines sends big value cases with very low per bottle prices.
• NPR Wine Club vs Gold Medal Wine Club: Gold Medal focuses on small California wineries and award winning bottles.
• NPR Wine Club vs International Wine of the Month Club: This club ships two bottles a month, a better fit for lighter drinkers.

NPR Wine Club FAQ

Is there an NPR Wine Club coupon?

The welcome offer is the main deal: 12 bottles plus 3 bonus bottles for $89.99, well below the regular case price.

How do I cancel NPR Wine Club?

You can cancel anytime online or by calling 1-800-649-4637. You also get a reminder at least 10 days before each case so you can skip or delay it.

Is NPR Wine Club worth it?

For everyday wine drinkers who like supporting public radio, yes. Regular cases cost about $15 a bottle plus shipping.

Who runs NPR Wine Club?

NPR Wine Club is operated with Laithwaites, and orders are fulfilled by licensed retailers in your state.