Supporting Black-Owned Wine Brands: A Curated Shopping Guide

Your Complete Guide to Supporting Black-Owned Wine Brands

Supporting Black-owned wineries isn't just about making a purchase—it's about investing in economic empowerment, celebrating excellence, and helping to create a more diverse and inclusive wine industry. But with so many exceptional options available, where do you start?

This curated shopping guide makes it easy to discover and support Black-owned wine brands, organized by price point, wine style, and occasion. Whether you're looking for an everyday sipper under $20, a special occasion bottle, or the perfect gift, we've got you covered with tasting notes, pairing suggestions, and direct links to purchase.

Why Your Purchase Matters

When you buy wine from Black-owned wineries, you're supporting:

Generational Wealth Creation: Wine businesses require significant capital investment in land, equipment, and inventory. Your purchases help Black winemakers build sustainable businesses and generational wealth in an industry where barriers to entry remain extraordinarily high.

Industry Diversity: Black Americans represent less than 1% of wine industry ownership. Every purchase sends a market signal that diversity matters and creates opportunities for more Black entrepreneurs to enter the industry.

Mentorship and Community: Many Black winemakers actively mentor the next generation and support their communities. Your purchases help fund these efforts and create pathways for future winemakers.

Exceptional Quality: These wines stand on their own merit with awards, high ratings, and critical acclaim. You're not compromising quality—you're discovering exceptional wines you might have otherwise missed.

Shopping by Price Point

Everyday Excellence: Under $20

2024 Fairvalley Chenin Blanc, Western Cape, South Africa - $13.99
A delicious, unoaked Chenin Blanc for everyday drinking. Fresh, approachable, and socially responsible.

Pairing: Grilled chicken, seafood, summer salads
Occasion: Weeknight dinners, casual gatherings

2024 HER Collection Rosé, Wellington, South Africa - $18.00
Flavors of watermelon, raspberries, and strawberries from the all-women team at Adama Wines. Juicy, fruity, stony, and lip-smacking.

Pairing: Charcuterie, light pasta, grilled vegetables
Occasion: Brunch, poolside sipping, girls' night

2023 Kazaisu Blanc, Coteaux Varois, Provence, France - $19.99
From music icon Deborah Cox's certified organic Provence winery. Fresh and mouthwatering with luscious fruit, crisp acidity, and a hint of salinity.

Pairing: Seafood, goat cheese, Provençal cuisine
Occasion: Elegant weeknight meals

Premium Everyday: $20-$30

2023 Steinmetz Mosel Riesling, Germany - $21.00
From Sammie Steinmetz, the only Black woman working in wine in the Mosel. 93 points Stuart Piggott.

2023 Aslina Sauvignon Blanc, Stellenbosch, South Africa - $22.89
From Ntsiki Biyela, South Africa's first Black woman winemaker. Complex with bright tropical fruit and lingering silky finish.

2023 Kazaisu Rosé, Provence, France - $24.99
Certified organic from Deborah Cox. Classic Provence blend perfect for Mediterranean cuisine.

2022 House of Brown Chardonnay, Lodi, California - $25.00
From the Brown family's accessible label. Sustainably grown with tropical fruit and stone fruit undertones.

2022 Kumusha Cabernet-Cinsault, Swartland, South Africa - $26.00
From Tinashe Nyamudoka. Minimal intervention, vegan-friendly with ripe cherries and plums.

Special Occasion: $30-$50

NV Longevity Brut Rosé Sparkling, California - $34.00
93 points Wine Enthusiast Best Buy. Perfect for celebrations.

2022 Kumusha Flame Lily White Blend, South Africa - $38.00
Award-winning from Tinashe Nyamudoka. Wine Enthusiast praised its complexity and balance.

2021 Aslina Umsasane Red Blend, Stellenbosch, South Africa - $39.29
From Ntsiki Biyela. Named after her grandmother with bold structure and complexity.

2021 Clyopatra Naijaitalia Red Blend, Maryland - $40.99
From the first African immigrant-owned winery in the United States. Fusion of Nigerian heritage and Italian winemaking.

2021 Brown Estate Zinfandel, Napa Valley - $49.50
From the only Black-owned estate in Napa Valley. Classic Zin with lush, creamy mouthfeel.

Premium Collector: $50+

2022 Ward Four Petite Sirah, California - $50.00
From Justin Traube's Black woman-owned micro winery. Cellar-worthy, unfined and unfiltered.

NV Cheurlin Champagne Brut Spéciale, France - $54.99
Authentic Black-owned Champagne. Perfect for milestone celebrations.

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Your Impact Matters

Every bottle you purchase from a Black-owned winery creates ripple effects: supporting family-owned businesses, funding mentorship programs, creating industry opportunities, and building a more inclusive wine future.

Start your journey today by exploring our curated selection of Black-owned wines. Every purchase makes a difference.

Continue reading: Black Women Winemakers Leading the Charge, The Hidden History, and Black Winemakers' Global Impact.