Who We Are

Organized in 1973, the Tennessee Viticultural and Oenological Society is an organization devoted to the art and science of grape growing (viticulture), and winemaking (oenology).  TVOS aids our state's grape growers and commercial wine industry.

Currently, there are about 200 members from all areas of Tennessee and neighboring states.  Membership is open to anyone who has an interest in grape growing or winemaking: from the "backyard" grower with just a few vines, to the wine industry professional.  Membership dues are $20 per year (click "Membership" for a printable application).  TVOS currently has annual meeting every February, and a Summer Fun Day each July.

What Are The Benefits of Joining?
When you become a member of TVOS, you will:

• Receive informative newsletters and emails published by the organization's volunteer staff

• Be invited to attend annual state-wide meetings and seminars which are sponsored in conjunction with the Tennessee Farm    Winegrowers Association (TFWA).

• Be encouraged to enter your homemade wines in the TVOS Annual Amateur Wine Competition, held at the same time as the yearly meeting.

• Be kept apprised of the latest studies of grape growing and winemaking by the University of Tennessee.

If you would like to join up, learn something new, share your experiences, your wine, and meet others doing the same, email us at [email protected] .