Our Mission Statement:

The Memphis Wine Society is a one of a kind organization dedicated to the Education, Advocacy and Enjoyment of wine throughout the Mid-South and beyond. Our unique approach to wine events and education, as well as community and corporate collaborations positions us to achieve market shifting and progressive changes in the wine and spirits world. Our products include wine travel all around the world; education and training to the industry and the general public; corporate services and support; and world class events.

It all began with an idea.

When I moved to the Mid South in 2020, I became aware of how fortunate I was to have grown up with wine and how my career had enhanced my knowledge and peaked my interest in the noble rot. I found many people just did not have the exposure to wine that I had been lucky enough to have had. I wanted to help people with their wine journey and founded the Memphis Wine Society in 2023 as a means to that end; creating an intimidation free education and event platform to allow people of the Mid-South opportunity to explore their own palette and understand what wine really was; both a simple fermented fruit drink but also a complex and fascinating study in geology, biology, history, politics, climate, business and geography. The approach is simple, work with the industry partners to bring interesting wines to the public through events, education and services all aimed at casual learning and full understanding of wine. We produce events, work with companies and non-profits to improve their business platforms, and travel the world to the best and most interesting wine regions. With 10,000 grape varietals and new vintages every year, the learning opportunities are endless and provide a fascinating subject matter to explore.

Do you want to explore with me? No matter what level you are, we have a spot for you at the Memphis Wine Society.

Cheers!

Norbert Mede

Founder, Memphis Wine Society

We’re often asked, so what do you do?

We do not make wine, import, distribute or retail it, but we do everything around it to educate the public on interesting wines from around the world. We do not work for any wine companies, so our approach is neutral and benevolent. Simply, let’s find and taste interesting wines and have some fun doing it!

From the Founder of the Memphis Wine Society.

"The joy I find in doing what I do"