FOUNDER’S ALLOCATION · 2026
Direct from
the vineyard
Limited to 100 founding members. Six bottles, twice a year.
Curator-selected by Jake, picked up at the winery.
ABOUT JAKE
Jake Busching has been growing and making wine in Virginia for decades, and quietly producing his own label for the past 10 years. Now, for the first time, he’s able to offer his wines directly to consumers.
The Founder’s Allocation is how he’s getting these wines directly to you.
Join as a founding member to help bring each release to life. You’ll receive two pickups each year at the winery, plus access to additional bottles and small releases along the way.
Small production. First access. Founding membership limited to 100.
A waitlist will open when the allocation is full.
Members Receive
Six Bottles, Twice a Year
Spring and fall pickups of six bottles selected by Jake. No shipping. You come to the winery.
Member Pricing
Members receive preferred pricing on all Jake Busching Wines releases, including limited bottles that never reach retail.
Direct from Jake
Each pickup comes with Jake's notes on the wines - what he was thinking, what to pair, what's coming next.
Founder's Status
Your place in the allocation is held each year, with priority access to new releases as production grows.
Seasonal Pickup Tastings
Allocation pickups are an opportunity to visit the winery, taste new releases, and connect each season.
Member Events & Dinners
You'll be invited to exclusive wine dinners, tastings, and small gatherings throughout the year.
"I got into wine through the vineyard, through the dirt. But what keeps me in it is the table - the food, the fire, the people around it. This club is my way of sharing that with you."
— Jake Busching, Winemaker
Six bottles selected by Jake, ready for pickup at the winery. Spring and fall.
Members collect directly at the winery - no shipping fees. A chance to connect with Jake and hear what's behind the release.
- 12 bottles a year, curator-selected
- Member pricing on all releases
- Priority access to limited wines
- Winemaker notes with each allocation
- Founder status - permanent
worth knowing
Do I get to choose the wines?
No — and that's intentional. Jake selects every bottle. If you want to add specific bottles outside the allocation, that's always an option.
How does pickup work?
When your allocation is ready, Jake will be in touch. You collect your six bottles directly at the winery — a chance to connect and hear what Jake was thinking with that release.
When are pickups scheduled?
Twice a year — spring and fall. You'll hear from Jake ahead of each pickup with dates and notes on what's in the allocation.
Can I pause or cancel?
Yes. No long-term commitment. Let us know before the next billing cycle. Founder status is held for members who return in good standing.
What happens when 100 spots fill?
A waitlist opens. Waitlist members are first in line when a founder spot becomes available.
Can I have my wine shipped?
The Founder's Allocation is designed for in person pick-up at the winery. But if you need yours shipped, let us know and we can make it happen.
100 spots.
No shipping required.
Come to the winery. Meet Jake. Take your wine home.