Your Current Marketing Won't Work for Younger Wine Drinkers The generational shift in wine consumption is happening faster than most wineries are prepared to handle. According to Wine Intelligence's US Wine Consumer Trends 2025 report, millennials will surpass baby boomers as the largest wine-consuming demographic by value this year. Meanwhile, the oldest members of Gen Z (born 1997-2012) are now turning 28 and developing their own distinctive wine preferences. The problem? Most wineries continue marketing as if their primary audience is still over 55. The messaging, channels, and tactics that worked for boomers actively repel younger buyers. Let's examine what actually works when marketing to these crucial demographics. What Younger Wine Consumers Actually Want Millennial Wine Drinkers (Ages 29-44) Millennials approach wine fundamentally differently than their parents: What They Value: Transparency about production methods and ingredients Sustainable and ethical busines

In today’s competitive DtC wine market, the real driver of growth isn’t just acquiring new customers — it’s keeping them. Retention leads to higher lifetime value, stronger conversion rates and more predictable revenue. But customer loyalty isn’t automatic. From the first tasting room visit to their latest online order, every touchpoint matters. The right mix of personalized experiences, seamless technology and regulatory compliance can mean the difference between one-time buyers and lifelong customers. Join Corksy and Sovos ShipCompliant for an actionable conversation on how wineries can maximize retention strategies that work both front-of-house (POS, e-commerce, marketing, wine clubs) and behind-the-scenes (shipping compliance). We’ll cover: How AI-powered segmentation drives engagement and reorders Ways modern POS tools increase conversion rates and create personalized experiences Making signups and repeat purchases seamless across POS, website a

In Session 3 of the Wine Club Symposium, Liz Mercer (WISE Academy) made a clear case: tasting-room traffic alone is too volatile to power sustainable DTC growth. Wineries that take their brand to their members, through roadshow events and member travel, are winning sign-ups, sales, and loyalty in the markets where fans already live. Why this matters now Weather, travel patterns, and local disruptions make tasting-room demand unpredictable. Taking the winery on the road diversifies acquisition and retention—and deepens relationships. You control cadence, format, and data capture instead of waiting for foot traffic. Three roadshow formats that work Winery-hosted dinners: Co-plan with a restaurant or country club; keep pricing all-inclusive; align the menu to make your wines shine. Partner-hosted events: Team up with lifestyle brands (e.g., premium appliance showrooms, private social clubs) to co-mingle audiences and scale. Champion-hosted gatherings: Member-home tastings done

In Session 3 of the Wine Club Symposium, Liz Mercer (WISE Academy) made a clear case: tasting-room traffic alone is too volatile to power sustainable DTC growth. Wineries that take their brand to their members, through roadshow events and member travel, are winning sign-ups, sales, and loyalty in the markets where fans already live. Why this matters now Weather, travel patterns, and local disruptions make tasting-room demand unpredictable. Taking the winery on the road diversifies acquisition and retention—and deepens relationships. You control cadence, format, and data capture instead of waiting for foot traffic. Three roadshow formats that work Winery-hosted dinners: Co-plan with a restaurant or country club; keep pricing all-inclusive; align the menu to make your wines shine. Partner-hosted events: Team up with lifestyle brands (e.g., premium appliance showrooms, private social clubs) to co-mingle audiences and scale. Champion-hosted gatherings: Member-home tastings done

When it comes to wine club retention, wineries often focus on the fundamentals: great wine, exclusive perks, and occasional discounts. But what if you could gamify retention, making every shipment feel like a milestone and every year of membership feel like an achievement? That’s exactly what Awtomic Moments is designed to do.  What Makes Awtomic Moments So Unique? Awtomic Moments is an industry-first tool that visualizes a customer’s membership journey, making it easy to see: ✅ What rewards they’ve earned ✅ What’s coming next ✅ Why it’s worth staying in the club By gamifying retention, wineries can create excitement, anticipation, and long-term loyalty—turning passive subscribers into engaged advocates who stick around for years. But that’s just the beginning. Let’s dive into some innovative ways to use Moments to maximize retention and revenue. Reward Loyalty Over Time 💡 Give members something to look forward to with milest

In today’s competitive DTC wine market, where digital acquisition costs keep climbing and consumer loyalty is harder to earn, retention is the cornerstone of long-term success. Increasing your wine club membership and customer retention by just 5% can lead to a 25% to 95% boost in profitability. But how do you transform first-time visitors into loyal customers—and more importantly, committed wine club members? Let’s explore tailored strategies to keep customers returning to your winery, boosting repeat business, and maximizing their lifetime value (LTV). Distinguishing Returning Customers from Repeat Customers It’s essential to differentiate between returning and repeat customers. A returning customer has visited your tasting room or purchased your wine before and has decided to return for another experience. They might have made two or three purchases. On the other hand, a repeat customer is one who consistently supports your winery, regularly visits your tasti

Getting someone to join your wine club is a win. What happens next? That’s a new challenge. It’s where real connection is either built or lost. Our data shows that long-term loyalty often depends on what happens in the first 7 to 10 months. The wineries seeing the best retention rates are the ones asking thoughtful questions early and communicating with intention. Here are the kinds of questions that Enolytics helps wineries to answer, to help maximize retention: When do most members leave, and does it vary by club tier? How many shipments have they skipped? Are they still buying outside the club? What kind of buyer are they, and what wines do they actually prefer? What kind of demographics make up your club today? This information isn’t just helpful to know. They’re signals that show you who’s still engaged, who’s slipping away, and who’s at risk of leaving. If you aren’t tracking the answers to these questions within your very own wine

5 Must-Track Metrics for Wine Club Success Running a successful wine club is more than just offering exceptional wines—it's about understanding your members on a deeper level to boost engagement and drive revenue. Yet, many wineries miss out on growth opportunities because they're not tracking the right metrics, especially when using generic software that doesn't cater to the wine industry. Are you focusing on the metrics that truly matter? Discover the five critical metrics every wine club should monitor: Member Retention Rate Understand why keeping your members engaged is more profitable than constantly seeking new ones. Average Order Value (AOV) by Club Member Learn how to identify spending patterns and increase revenue through targeted offers. Member Lifetime Value (LTV) Find out how to calculate LTV to make smarter investments in acquisition and retention. Club Performance Metrics Assess the overall health of your wine club by tracking signups, cancellations,

In the wine industry, customer retention is the cornerstone of long-term success. Increasing your wine club membership and customer retention by just 5% can lead to a 25% to 95% boost in profitability. But how do you transform first-time visitors into loyal customers and, more importantly, committed wine club members? Let’s explore tailored strategies to keep customers returning to your winery, boosting repeat business, and maximizing their lifetime value (LTV).  Distinguishing Returning Customers from Repeat Customers In the context of a winery, it’s essential to differentiate between returning and repeat customers. A returning customer has visited your tasting room or purchased your wine before and has decided to return for another experience. They might have made two or three purchases. On the other hand, a repeat customer is one who consistently supports your winery, regularly visits your tasting room, and ideally becomes a dedicated wine club member. These custom