Special Launch 2025 Offering

Raise a Blade — and a Glass: USA Fencing Launches the 1896 Wine Club

In collaboration with WineVIP — the team behind the San Francisco Giants’ wine club — this limitedmembership experience supports USA Fencing programs with every shipment.

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Whether you fence epee, foil, saber or simply cheer from the stands, the 1896 Wine Club is your invitation to raise a blade and a glass — to Team USA.

USA Fencing is introducing the 1896 Wine Club, a new way to “sip for sport” while backing the organization you love. The name nods to the first modern Olympic Games — the year fencing took its place on the program for good — and the club’s mission pairs that legacy with exceptional bottles selected by seasoned experts.

Why 1896 - and what you get

Membership in the 1896 Wine Club is capped at, naturally, 1,896 members, meaning space will go fast.

Every quarter

Every quarter, Members receive six bottles (three different wines; two of each), curated for quality and balance. Shipments are planned for the first week of March, June, September and December. Expect iconic varietals from premier regions — think Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon,  Bordeaux blends, Willamette Valley Pinot Noir, Burgundy Pinot Noir, or Piedmont Nebbiolo, and more — alongside tasting notes that make each pour approachable and fun.

Beyond the Bottles

Members unlock meaningful perks: discounted reorders, invitations to winemaker dinners and tastings, concierge wine‑tour services, and access to rare or library releases. You’ll also find fencing‑flavored extras, from stories and pairing tips by Team USA fencers to the occasional blind‑tasting event with USA Fencing CEO Phil Andrews.

“Both fencing and fine wine reward patience, precision, and passion, ” Andrews says.

“Every great fencer knows that timing, balance, and intent make the difference between a touch and a miss — and every great winemaker brings those same qualities to their craft.

The 1896 Wine Club

Celebrates that shared artistry while supporting the programs that help our athletes and clubs thrive.

Family-owned. California-rooted. Crafted for wine.

Built with a proven partner

The 1896 Wine Club is brought to you in collaboration with WineVIP, the same curator behind high-quality imported selections and exclusive club releases. Together we’re blending fencing’s precision with WineVIP’s expertise in sourcing wines you’ll enjoy and trust with the help of key notable food & wine-loving members of the fencing community. And it’s easy to gift a membership to the fencer, parent or coach in your life.

A Club with Purpose

Your membership makes a difference

Most importantly, each membership directly supports USA Fencing programs, helping strengthen clubs, coaches and athletes nationwide. The club’s very premise — “sip for sport” is about responsibly enjoying, quality wine while investing in the community that makes our sport special.

Certifications & Values

Philippe Glavier “La Grâce d’Aphaël” — Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Champagne

A luminous Grand Cru Champagne with fine, elegant bubbles and bright notes of apricot, citrus, and green apple. Its chalk-lined precision and mineral depth make it the perfect opening move for any celebration. Graceful, vibrant, and built for a holiday toast.


Gros Frère et Sœur — 2022 Chemin des Moines de Vergey Pinot Noir

A vivid, aromatic Pinot Noir bursting with red cherry, raspberry, and rose blossom. Fresh, silky, and beautifully balanced, it carries hints of herbs and forest floor. A wine that moves with the finesse and agility of great footwork.


Château des Laurets Baron Edmond de Rothschild — 2018 Sélection Parcellaire

A commanding Saint-Émilion showing dark fruit, cedar, cocoa, and firm, refined tannins. Deep, structured, and poised, it offers both power and elegance in every sip. A perfect red for long winter dinners and firelit evenings.

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We’re kicking things off with an inaugural offering, followed by the full club launch in January 2026. Visit the USA Fencing Site to learn more and sign up.
Whether you fence epee, foil, saber or simply cheer from the stands, the 1896 Wine Club is your invitation to raise a blade — and a glass — to Team USA.
Membership is open to the fencing community and friends, age 21 and older. Please enjoy responsibly.

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