Confraria Grand Cru

What's in the box: A box usually holds a selection of imported wines chosen by Grand Cru from its own portfolio.

Confraria Grand Cru is the wine club run by Grand Cru, one of Brazil's best known wine importers and retailers, which also has a network of shops across the country. The idea is simple. Instead of choosing bottles yourself, you let the importer's team pick wines from its portfolio and send them to your door on a regular schedule. Grand Cru imports from producers in both Old World and New World regions, so members can expect labels that are not always easy to find in a typical Brazilian supermarket. However, the details shoppers care about most are not clearly stated. Prices, the number of bottles per shipment, delivery areas and cancellation terms are not set out, so confirm them with Grand Cru before you sign up. Also keep in mind that a club tied to one importer only draws from that company's catalog. That gives you less variety than an independent curator that buys from many suppliers. For wine drinkers in Brazil who already trust the Grand Cru name, the club is a sensible, low effort way to explore its range. Shoppers outside Brazil should look elsewhere. Anyone who wants clear costs and terms before committing should ask questions first.