FICB Wine Discovery Tour May 22 – 26, 2025 in the heart of Piedmont in Italy. Click Here for Details.


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Membership & Benefits

SAVE THE DATE

2025 National Meeting
March 28 - 30
Winston Salem, North Carolina

SAVE THE DATE

2025 National Meeting
March 28 - 30
Winston Salem, North Carolina

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.

Additional Membership Benefits

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FRIENDS of KOV

We thank these FRIENDS of KOV for their generous offers. Increase the value of your membership with these special offers for tastings, tours, wine purchases or some combination either in person or online.  (See specific offers below and note offers may change from time to time.)

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Chappellet – Founded by legendary vintners Donn and Molly Chappellet in 1967, Chappelle’s mountain-grown Cabernet Sauvignons have been coveted by connoisseurs and collectors for more than half a century. Recognized for their extraordinary power and complexity, and for their incomparable age-worthiness, Chappellet’s Cabernets are Napa Valley benchmarks and available to Knights of the Vine members at a special 15% savings using promo code KNIGHTS15 at checkout at Chappellet.

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Nalle Winery – A 20% discount is available to KOV members on all wine purchases with code KOV20.  NALLE WINERY

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Galante Vineyards – Supreme Knight Jack Galante is offering KOV members 10% off all current vintages. Enjoy the Galante wines from Carmel, California and the cowboy philosophy you’ll find on every bottle! Use KOV10 at checkout at Galante Vineyards

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Messina Hof Winery – Founded by Supreme Knights Paul and Merrill Bonarrigo and now in the capable hands of Master Knights Paul M and Karen Bonarrigo, you are invited to “Join the Family” and enjoy award winning Texas wines. Now available to KOV members with a discount of 10% on all wines. Enter code KOV10 at check out. Messina Hof Winery

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Master Lady Dawn Galante had a dream of giving back, as it says on her website “Step into a world where passion meets purpose, where dreams intertwine with award-winning wines.” Her passion for helping women and children comes to fruition through  Dawn’s Dream Winery. Share her dream and her wine!  KOV members will receive a 15% discount on current vintages.  Enter KOV15 at checkout at Dawn’s Dream Winery

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Klinker Brick – Generously offered by KOV member Steve Felten and his wife, Lori, Klinker Brick Winery in Lodi, California extends a 25% discount on all wine purchased at Klinker Brick Winery with code KBKOV25.

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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.)

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Maroon Wines – Founded by KOV members Paul and Renee Maroon, these 100% Napa wines are available for our members to enjoy with a 25% discount. Just enter KOV25 at checkout at Maroon Wines.

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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

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Bougetz Cellars – Experience exceptional wine from numerous AVAs in Napa Valley and Sonoma County.  Thomas Bougetz is the award-winning winemaker and founder of Bougetz Cellars. KOV members receive a 20% discount on wine purchases and complimentary tasting for 2 at their Tasting Gallery on Atlas Peak Road in Napa.  Enter KNIGHTS20 at checkout for the discount. Bougetz Cellars

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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 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 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 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.

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