Does Free Grape Society provide any additional services?

At the moment, we connect wineries directly with private customers and restaurants. In the future, we’ll also offer other services with separate terms — such as wine tastings.

How does Free Grape Society support winemakers?

Free Grape Society connects winemakers with vineyards, shares expertise on soil and climate, and provides a collaborative community to support innovation, sustainability, and high-quality wine production.

What does Free Grape Society do?

Free Grape Society is a European wine marketplace where producers from across Europe can sell their wines with direct delivery to private customers and restaurants within the EU. Our responsibility is to ensure that you can shop safely, that all taxes are properly paid, and that the wine is delivered smoothly to your door.

What makes Free Grape Society different from other online wine shops?

Free Grape Society aims to remove middlemen and connect wine consumers directly with wineries across Europe. We don’t have a warehouse — all wine is always shipped straight from the winery to your home. Our mission is to give wineries the right tools and opportunities to promote themselves and their products, while offering a wide selection so that you, as a customer, can always find something that suits your taste. This model also makes it possible for you to buy wine from smaller producers who might not otherwise have the resources to manage logistics or who are unable to sell to importers because their production volumes are too small to be commercially viable.

Which countries do you work with?

We primarily work with countries within the EU. At the moment, we have wines from Spain, Italy, Germany, the Czech Republic, Austria, Croatia, France, Luxembourg, and Portugal. Our selection is constantly growing, and there are no limits — so please feel free to let us know here if there’s something you’re missing: https://freegrapesociety.com/SE/en/wine-request

Will Free Grape Society sell your wine?

We will make sure that your wine is presented on the platform and easily searchable etc. We do not guarantee any volumes or orders, but you will get access to new markets and get to present your winery, your winemaker and your wines on our platform. To boost sales, you can team up with local wine experts create ambassadors for your winery.

What are the most common vineyard soil types?

The most common vineyard soils include clay, sand, limestone, gravel, and volcanic soils. Each type has distinct characteristics that affect grape growth and wine style. For example, clay retains moisture for full-bodied reds, while sandy soils produce light, aromatic wines.

What is vineyard soil and why is it important for wine?

Vineyard soil refers to the natural earth in which grapevines grow. Its composition, drainage, texture, and mineral content influence grape quality, flavor, and aroma. Healthy soil is the foundation of terroir, shaping the character of every wine produced.

What soil does a vineyard use?

Each vineyard uses a different type of soil.

Do I earn a commission when I recommend wines from Free Grape Society to my friends or network?

Yes, it depends on which country you live in. The reason for this is that we want you, as a wine expert, to make an extra effort to share your wine knowledge and to personalize the specific recommendations you give.

How can I work with a wine expert within Free Grape Society?

Our wine experts will help promote your wine on our platform in their networks. The more you work closely to them, the easier it is for them to rate, comment and promote your wine!

How do i follow a vinexpert who specializes in this region?

Simply visit our "Wine Experts" page and filter by "Luxembourg" or "Moselle Valley." Once you find an expert whose style you like, click "follow" to get their latest winery picks and tasting notes.

Is it required for my profile to be public?

Yes, all our wine experts are public on the platform to create transparency and trust among our users. Think of it as a LinkedIn for wine experts — a place where you showcase your knowledge and experience to reach people who are interested in you.

What are the requirements for being a wine expert?

We expect you to be honest in your reviews, articles, ratings, and recommendations. We care deeply about helping our customers find wines that suit their taste — and as a wine expert, you play an important role in making sure more people get to enjoy great wines that truly match them.

What does it mean to follow a wine expert at Free Grape Society?

Following an expert means you get a curated experience. You can see their personal favorites, read their unique tasting notes, and receive notifications when they release new recommendations from exciting wineries.

What should I keep in mind when writing a review?

We mainly work with small wineries, often family-run businesses, that want to reach a wider audience with their products. Wines can vary greatly in character, taste, and quality, and we expect you to be able to recognize these differences when writing your review. If a wine has obvious flaws, please contact us at admin@freegrapesociety.com before publishing your review. This gives the winery a chance to make things right if possible. Remember that wineries depend on selling their wines — and behind most of them are hardworking people doing their very best to create outstanding products.

how can i be sure the wine is of high quality?

Every bottle and every winery listed with us is handpicked and tasted by our wine experts. You can always turn to an independet wine expert to get personalized and customized recommendations.

Are natural wines organic?

Most natural wines are made from organically or biodynamically farmed grapes. However, not all natural wine producers are certified organic. Many follow strict sustainable practices but choose not to pursue official certification, instead focusing on transparency and low-intervention farming.

How do I buy directly from an Abruzzo producer on Free Grape Society?

Choose a producer from this page, browse their wines, and add bottles to your basket. Checkout is handled by Free Grape Society — the producer ships directly from their own cellar. Payment is by card or Klarna, and delivery takes between four and fourteen days depending on where the wines are shipped from.

Do Abruzzo producers ship whole cases or can I mix individual bottles?

Both. Individual bottles can be ordered from any producer on the platform. If a producer has composed a wine case, that arrives as six bottles selected by the grower. You cannot mix bottles across different producers into a single order — each producer ships their own wines directly.

How do I find the right Abruzzo producer for the style I am looking for?

Start with the grape or style: Montepulciano d'Abruzzo for structured reds, Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo if you want the region's distinctive dry rosato, Trebbiano d'Abruzzo for whites. Producer pages show the wines they list, the vineyards they work, and any expert reviews, which together give a clear picture of where a grower's strengths sit.

Are the Abruzzo producers on Free Grape Society small estates or larger wineries?

The producers listed here are independent — family estates and growers working their own land. Free Grape Society does not work with large industrial wineries or negociants. The focus is on producers who grow their own grapes and make their own wines, which in Abruzzo often means relatively small holdings farmed by the same family across generations.

Which Abruzzo wine expert can recommend something for me?

The wine experts listed on this page have reviewed Abruzzo wines and can point you toward a producer or a style that fits what you are looking for. Fill in the contact form on an expert's profile and they will come back to you directly. Advice is free and independent — experts are not employed by Free Grape Society and do not represent any producer.

Why don't you carry every wine from every Abruzzo producer you work with?

Producers send samples, and wines are tasted before listing. That means only wines that have been assessed make it onto the platform — not every bottle a producer makes will be there, and not every producer in the region will be listed. The selection reflects direct relationships with growers whose wines have been tasted, not a complete inventory of what Abruzzo produces.

Abruzzo wines are widely available in supermarkets — why buy through Free Grape Society?

Supermarket Abruzzo is mostly high-volume Montepulciano produced at scale for export. The producers here are independent growers working smaller parcels, setting their own prices, and shipping directly. That means different wines, a direct relationship with the person who made them, and no importer or warehouse adding margin between the cellar and your door.

How can I join the Free Grape Society?

First, you create your free user account https://freegrapesociety.com/SE/en/sign-up After that, you can create your winery. The on-boarding process is straight forward but if you need help, please reach out to support@freegrapesociety.com

How do I create an account?

You can sign up for free here: https://freegrapesociety.com/SE/en/sign-up

How do I register as a wine expert?

You can easily create a regular user account for free at https://freegrapesociety.com/SE/en/sign-up After that, you can create your wine expert profile. Before your profile is published, one of our existing wine experts will validate that you are indeed a wine expert. You may also receive some follow-up questions as part of this process.

How old do I need to be to create an account?

You need to be 18 years old to create an account with us, but the legal age for purchasing wine may vary between countries.

If I sign up for the newsletter, will you spam my inbox?

We care about giving you a positive experience with Free Grape Society, and our newsletters are usually sent 2–4 times per month. In them, you’ll get the chance to learn more about our wineries and winemakers, find inspiration about wine, and most importantly, discover something new.

Is there a fee to join Free Grape Society as a wine expert?

No, it doesn’t cost anything to join. Depending on which country you live in, you may even be able to earn money and receive special benefits by being part of the community!

What are the benefits to join Free Grape Society?

EU-wide reach with wine shipped directly to customers and restaurants on a per-order basis. Better unit economics on small drops,viable 6-bottle shipments with platform-negotiated logistics.We can provide faster feedback & demand signals viawishlist requests, ratings, and repeat-order data and inform about production and releases. Free Grape Society aggregate orders, manage payments, and handle tax/customsso that you can focus on wine. Last but not least Free Grape Society can help you lower your packaging costs. We have a central EU agreement with Raja who provides top-tier, packaging material at scale prices. This is possible through a central agreement made by Free Grape Society. Special terms may apply.

Why should I create an account?

If you create an account, you’ll be able to receive updates from us and access all the content shared by our wine experts on the website and other channels. You’ll also be able to view your order history and receipts. Soon, we’ll also help you build your personal taste profile when you have an account. Creating an account is always free. If you want to register a restaurant, winery, or wine expert profile, you’ll need a regular user account first. You can always shop without creating an account.

How do I order an Aegean Islands wine case?

Browse the cases listed on this page, each composed by a single Aegean Islands producer. Add the case you want to your basket and complete your order. The producer ships the six bottles directly from their own cellar to your door. Delivery takes between 4 and 14 days depending on where you are, and shipping is free.

What is included in an Aegean Islands wine case?

Each case contains six bottles, all from the same producer. The grower composes the selection themselves as their own recommendation across the wines they make — it might span different grape varieties, different vineyards, or different styles from their range. The contents are listed on each case page before you order.

How do I find the right Aegean Islands wine case for me?

Read the producer's own description of how they have composed the six bottles. Because every case comes from a single estate, the line-up tells you something about where that grower's strengths lie — whether that is indigenous white varieties like Assyrtiko or Muscat, or island reds built on Limnio or local blends. If you are unsure, a wine expert can advise you.

Can I find a case focused on a specific Aegean island or grape variety?

The cases listed here come from producers across the Aegean Islands. Where producers farm a specific island or specialise in a single variety, that is described on the case page. For individual bottles filtered by grape, you can also browse the wines section for Aegean Islands producers.

Which Aegean Islands wine expert can recommend something for me?

The independent wine experts listed on this page have tasted and reviewed wines from Aegean Islands producers. Fill in the form on their profile page to put your question directly to an expert — they can suggest a case based on your preferences, occasion, or what you already enjoy.

Why are Aegean Islands wine cases always 6 bottles from one producer?

Every case on Free Grape Society is six bottles from one producer, composed by that grower as their own recommendation. Keeping all six bottles within one estate means the case has a point of view — it reflects how one producer thinks about their range — rather than being a generic sampler mixed across several cellars. That is the logic behind every case on the platform.

Can I buy Aegean Islands wine cases in a shop or supermarket?

Producer-composed wine cases from independent Aegean Islands growers are not typically available in retail. Most of the producers here are small estates that sell directly rather than through importers or distributors, which means their wines do not reach standard retail shelves. Ordering through Free Grape Society is one of the more direct routes to their cellars from outside Greece.

How do I order Aglianico wine on Free Grape Society?

Browse the wines above, add bottles to your basket, and check out with Klarna or card. Each bottle ships directly from the producer's own cellar — there is no central warehouse. Orders typically arrive within 4 to 14 days, and shipping is free.

Can I order Aglianico from more than one producer in the same order?

Yes. You can add wines from different Aglianico producers to the same basket and check out in one transaction. Each producer ships their own bottles separately, so you may receive more than one delivery, but payment is handled together at checkout.

How do I choose between different Aglianico wines and styles?

Start with the region and the ageing designation. Taurasi DOCG from Campania and Aglianico del Vulture from Basilicata are the two most structured expressions, and both reward food pairing with red meat and aged cheese. A younger 'annata' bottling drinks earlier than a riserva, which needs years in the cellar. If you are unsure, the wine-advice service connects you with an independent expert who can help you narrow it down.

How does Free Grape Society select Aglianico producers?

Producers apply to join and wines are tasted before listing. The focus is on independent growers who bottle their own wine and have a genuine connection to their land. There is no volume requirement — a small family estate in Campania and a larger Basilicata winery are assessed on the same terms.

Which Aglianico wine expert can recommend something for me?

Several independent wine experts on Free Grape Society have reviewed Aglianico wines and know the grape well. Browse the experts section on this page to see who has reviewed wines from Campania and Basilicata. You can also use the wine-advice service to put your question directly to an expert — describe what you are looking for and they will come back with a recommendation.

Why don't you sell supermarket-brand Aglianico wines?

Free Grape Society works only with independent producers who bottle their own wine. Supermarket-label Aglianico is typically made by large négociants or co-operatives buying in bulk — there is no grower behind the label and no direct relationship to establish. The producers here grow, vinify, and bottle their own Aglianico, which is why the wines taste the way they do.

Can I buy Aglianico wine online if I'm based outside Italy?

Yes. Free Grape Society ships Aglianico from Italian producers across Europe. The producers ship directly from their own cellars, so availability and delivery times depend on the individual winery and your delivery country. Delivery is typically 4 to 14 days. Check the product page for shipping details to your country.

How do I order Airén wines on Free Grape Society?

Browse the Airén wines above and add bottles to your basket. Each bottle ships directly from the producer's cellar in Spain. Your order includes the wine, packaging, and delivery to your door — no import middleman, no warehouse markup. Payment is handled securely at checkout.

Can I order Airén wines from more than one producer in the same order?

Yes. You can add wines from different producers to a single basket. Each producer ships their own wines separately, so you may receive more than one delivery. Shipping is free regardless of which producers you order from.

How do I choose between different Airén wines on the page?

Airén varies more than its reputation suggests. A wine from younger vines, fermented cold in stainless steel, will taste fresh and light; one from older bush vines or with some skin contact will be fuller and more textured. The producer's own notes on each wine page are the clearest guide to what you are getting.

How does the selection of Airén producers on Free Grape Society work?

Producers apply to join Free Grape Society and wines are tasted before listing. The producers here have chosen to sell directly to buyers, setting their own prices and shipping from their own cellars. The selection reflects who has joined — it grows as more Airén growers come on board.

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