Purchase a wine future and invest in the future of your cellar.

Futures, sometimes referred to as En Primeur, is a method of purchasing wine while it’s still in the barrel. It’s a concept that was created over 200 years ago to allow estates to sell wine to industry professionals before being bottled, and to help fund production expenses for the following year. It wasn’t until the late 20th century that wineries started offering the service to the public — now a sought-after springtime tradition in wine country.

Why buy Futures? WINE not?! While there are several reasons why you should invest, we’ll keep it short with our top five.

1. Price

If you’re serious about wine, buying futures is a great way to invest in highly desired wine at a very attractive price. Wine becomes more valuable as it ages, so naturally buying it in the early stages means paying the lowest price for treasured bottles. With our Futures program, if you’re convinced that a particular wine is destined for greatness, you may purchase it by placing a 50% deposit and automatically locking in a lower pre-release price.  

2. Allocation

Did you know V. Sattui was one of the first wineries to offer a future program? While V. Sattui produces a wide variety of wines, each production is made in small batches and we have been known to sell out of wines.  Securing Wine Futures secures your allocation of that wine – in addition to benefiting from the pre-release price.

2. Barrel Tastings

If you need another excuse to go wine tasting, this is it! Our annual Barrel Tasting & New Release Party allows you to be one of the first to taste the new 2017 vintage straight from the barrel. The white wines are bursting with fresh varietal aromas and the reds are deep in color with a firm tannin structure. And what’s a party without great food and live music? Dance the night away to sounds of the Sharp Five Jazz Band and enjoy an array of delicious food to compliment the wine. The fun doesn’t end there! Visit the V. Sattui Cellar Club throughout the year to taste your future as it matures and develops in the barrel.

3. Special occasions

Whether enjoyed after a hard day’s work or in celebration, there is always a reason to enjoy a glass of wine, so why not invest in your favorite bottles? In fact, it is becoming increasingly common to buy futures in honor of an anniversary year, a child’s birth, or even a graduation.  

4. Storage

So you ran out of room in your wine cellar? No worries, you’re wine still has a few years of aging to do. This means you will have plenty of time to make room and there is no need to stress over those last-minute shipments.

Want to get your hands on your favorite V. Sattui wine before it’s sold out? Our futures program is designed just for you!