Membership
Membership
Information & Benefits
Today the organization has chapters throughout the United States and is dedicated to promoting the American Wine Industry and to educating our members on the appreciation and qualities of American Wine. Our membership is diverse and includes both professionals and dedicated enthusiasts. Membership Benefits include:
- Eligibility to attend both national and local chapter events, which may include wine dinners, luncheons, unique wine tastings and educational seminars
- Special membership pricing on all events and programs throughout the country
- Invitations to international wine events sponsored by the FICB, the International Federation of Wine Brotherhoods
- Annual subscription to the Arbor Magazine
- Enjoy discounts on wine and tasting fees from member wineries.
To attend an event or inquire about membership, contact the local chapter or Provost for the region where you are located.
Member Winery Offers
We thank our member wineries for their generous offers. Please support these members and increase the value of your membership at the same time! (Offers may change from time to time so please bookmark this page and come back often to take advantage of all your benefits. Some restrictions may apply.)
- Smith Devereux – Free tour and tasting for up to 6 people in our Oak Knoll Cabernet Vineyards hosted by founder and vintner Ian Devereux. Contact Ian to book:ian@smithdevereux.com or 707-227-5226 and for those unable to visit in person, enjoy a 20% discount online. Just enter code KOV20 at checkout. SMITH DEVEREUX
- Boisset Collection – Boisset Collection is thrilled to extend an industry savings to Knights of the Vine members both online and at our California wineries including Raymond Vineyards, Elizabeth Spencer, DeLoach Vineyards, JCB Salons and Buena Vista Winery. To order wines anytime online, please bookmark BOISSET COLLECTION and use your special coupon code of KOV22. If you visit any of our California wineries, please mention you are a member of Knights of the Vine to receive 20-30% savings. (Some exclusions will apply on certain tasting experience and non-discountable wines. Offer does not apply to Oakville Wine Merchant and The Depot of Calistoga.)
- Maroon Wines – Maroon Wines is pleased to offer a 25% discount to all KOV members. To take advantage of this offer, please use KOV25 as the discount code at checkout. MAROON WINES
Membership Classifications
Knight
These titles shall be conferred upon persons accepted into the Order by Chapter Commander.
Master Knight
This title shall be reserved for persons who have demonstrated significant wine knowledge and have made substantial contributions to wine. Persons may be elevated to the title of Master Knight or Master Lady by order of the Grand Commander or Chapter Commanders.
Supreme Knight
This title shall be reserved for persons who have made a monumental contribution to wine and who are well known for their devotion and commitment to wine. Persons may be nominated for elevation to the rank of Supreme Knight or Supreme Lady by the Grand Commander, or a Chapter Commander with full written justification. Formal nominations will be presented to the Grand Council for decision. If approved, the Grand Commander or Chapter Commander shall present the diploma to the nominee at an appropriate occasion.
Supreme Knight
This title shall be reserved for persons who have made a monumental contribution to wine and who are well known for their devotion and commitment to wine. Persons may be nominated for elevation to the rank of Supreme Knight or Supreme Lady by the Grand Commander, or a Chapter Commander with full written justification. Formal nominations will be presented to the Grand Council for decision. If approved, the Grand Commander or Chapter Commander shall present the diploma to the nominee at an appropriate occasion.
