Benchmark Membership
Explore our benchmark wines, vintage over vintage
One Membership. Flexible Options.
Our Benchmark Membership offers participation in the legacy we’ve intentionally built for over 30 years in the Eola-Amity Hills of Oregon.
It provides generous benefits for Members near and far, such as first access to new and library re-releases of our limited-production benchmark wines, exclusive savings on wine and shipping, and complimentary seasonal tastings and select events.
What does it mean to be benchmark?
Established in 1992, Cristom is a defining winery in the Eola-Amity Hills AVA.
Our craftsmanship was shaped by the visionary leadership of our founders Paul and Eileen Gerrie and Winemaker Emeritus Steve Doerner, who led our journey for decades. Drawing our inspiration from legendary benchmark estates like Burgundy’s famed Domaine Dujac and Calera in California’s Central Coast, Cristom emerged as a pioneering producer in Oregon’s Willamette Valley.
Today, led by Winegrower and Owner Tom Gerrie, who grew up in these vineyards, and Winemaker and Vineyard Manager Daniel Estrin, formerly the Associate Winemaker at Littorai before joining us in 2019, we proudly uphold the high standard we set for wines from our region.
BENCHMARK MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS:
4-BOTTLES
3X A YEAR, 12 TOTAL
A one-case introduction to the breadth of our benchmark wines
$170 – $225 PER MIXED SHIPMENT
$180 – $250 PER REDS SHIPMENT
6-BOTTLES
3X A YEAR, 18 TOTAL
Build on our core offerings with special winery-exclusive bottlings
$245 – $335 PER MIXED SHIPMENT
$280 – $385 PER REDS SHIPMENT
12-BOTTLES
2X A YEAR, 24 TOTAL
Enjoy our full portfolio of wines that have shaped our legacy
$540- $700 PER MIXED SHIPMENT
$620 – $750 PER REDS SHIPMENT
Membership requires a minimum one-year enrollment. There is no fee to join. Early termination will be subject to a charge.
BENCHMARK MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS:
First access to limited-production, winery exclusive, library and large format wines
Exclusive savings on wine, shipping, and events
Ability to customize wines in member shipments
Educational content and recipes with member shipments
Expert insight on wine collecting and visitation
BENCHMARK RELEASE SCHEDULE:
When Benchmark Membership wines ship by season
S
Spring
February / March
4-bottle memberships
6-bottle memberships
12-bottle memberships
S
Summer
May
4-bottle memberships
6-bottle memberships
F
Fall
September / October
4-bottle memberships
6-bottle memberships
12-bottle memberships
Fall Member Shipments are Scheduled to Begin Ground Shipping by State:
- 9/27: CT, DE, IA, IL, IN, MA, ME, MI, MN, NH, NJ, NY, OH, PA, RI, WI, VT
- 9/30: AK, HI, ID, MT, NE, ND, OR, SD, WA, WY
- 10/1: NorCal
- 10/7*: CO, KS, MO, NM
- 10/11*: AL, AR, DC, GA, KY, LA, MD, NC, SC, TN, VA
- 10/14*: SoCal
- 10/25*: FL
- 10/28*: AZ, NV, TX
*Weather-dependent – dates subject to change
Members receive first access to new-release wines.
Shop New ReleasesEXISTING MEMBERS
Access your benefits:
Please log in to access your membership and account information, see your order history, view upcoming reservations, and apply your membership benefits when placing online orders, or purchasing event tickets.
Member Newsletters:
New Release Wines overview
4-Bottle Reds Member Newsletter
4-Bottle Mixed Member Newsletter
6-Bottle Reds Member Newsletter
6-Bottle Mixed Member Newsletter
12-Bottle Reds Member Newsletter
12-Bottle Mixed Member Newsletter
New Release Wines overview
4-Bottle Reds Member Newsletter
4-Bottle Mixed Member Newsletter
6-Bottle Reds Member Newsletter
6-Bottle Mixed Member Newsletter
CONTACT US
Our Director of Membership Kevin MacDormand would be delighted to assist you with any inquiries or questions you may have about our membership options or about your current membership
Email: membership@cristomvineyards.com | Call: 503.375.3086 | Text: 971.225.0975
TASTING FAQS
Can I bring my dog?
Dogs on leashes are welcome in outside areas only. Fido can join in on the fun with delicious estate water and small bites (pup treats)!
Can I bring a picnic?
Guests are welcome to bring picnics to enjoy with a flight. If you bring your own picnic, we kindly ask that you bus your own table for any food-related items.
Can I bring my kids?
Supervised children (and those under 21 years of age) are welcome to accompany adults (21 years of age and older) to the tasting room for a seated or walk-in experience.
Do we get to meet the winemaker?
Our winemaking team is onsite Monday through Friday and may be available to answer questions. Please contact the winery directly to inquire about private tours and tastings with our winemakers.
WHAT ARE YOUR SAFETY PROCEDURES?
As a standard practice, we exercise safety and sanitary procedures in our tasting room, such as disinfecting all surfaces with EPA-approved disinfectant, to welcome guests to the estate.
If you will be joining us for a tour, we ask that you wear appropriate shoes (sturdy, closed-toe) to reduce any risks in the vineyard and/or barrel room.
