Seattle, WA (November 21, 2024) – Bottle360, innovative leader in direct-to-consumer wine software, announces reservation system integration with Block 55’s booking system designed specifically for wineries. Our winery customers will have a seamless connection between reservations for tastings, tours and events with the powerful wine DTC tools in Bottle360.
“Wineries need to offer visitors the ability to make reservations online” said Katherine Adams, President of Bottle360,“ but until Block 55, wineries were forced to choose from outdated, expensive and cumbersome options. Some systems even take the wineries’ customer list and market it to those same guests. Block 55 is specifically tailored to the unique needs of wineries, not recycled from the restaurant industry.”
By linking reservations directly to the point-of-sale and back-end admin panel, wineries can easily manage guests’ experiences in one software solution. The integration allows for customer-specific information to be shared in advance of arrival with winery employees in one complete view. Real-time communication between Bottle360 and Block 55 enables wineries to be prepared for special guests and events and to elevate experiences without the need for cross-referencing two separate systems. New guest information appears directly in the customer database and existing guest profiles include their reservation history.
By streamlining the reservation process, Bottle360 and Block 55 increase wineries’ ability to create memorable and more profitable encounters while leaving wineries more time to market and grow their sales.
“We’re excited about this integration because it is laser focused on wineries and expands on the robust abilities of Bottle360, adding to its existing features such as flexible line-item discounts and dynamic club processing,” said Adams. “With our advanced club management, wineries can segment orders by a myriad of categories for processing, including weather shipping holds, ensuring smooth and efficient completions of every club and subscription run.”
Tasting room staff can create shipments directly from the point-of-sale and toggle effortlessly between POS and admin modes. Wholesale orders are easily handled within the system and an endless number of tenders can be added, including Net 30, Venmo and Bitcoin. These and the other innovative features of Bottle360 give wineries tools they need to expand their customer base and maximize the potential of each sale in an all-in-one platform.
The Block 55 reservation system streamlines the booking process, while embedding a level of automation that allows winery owners to reclaim their time and focus on their passion— winemaking and guest interaction. By utilizing Block 55, wineries can effectively manage peak seasons and special event bookings without the overhead of additional staff or the risk
of double-bookings. The platform is intuitive, requiring minimal training, and offers scalable features that grow with the business.
“Working with the team at Bottle360 has been an absolute pleasure,” said A.J. Weinzettel, Founder of Block 55. “Their innovative approach and genuine dedication to serving wineries are truly refreshing. Together, we’re bringing a solution that’s not just user-friendly and affordable, but also laser-focused on the unique needs of wineries. This integration allows us to combine Bottle360’s robust features with Block 55’s seamless reservation system, creating a game-changing experience for wineries and their customers.”
About Bottle360
Bottle360 (https://bottlethreesixty.com), an industry-leading DTC winery software platform caters to wineries of all sizes throughout the United States. Based in Washington State as a privately held company, the software’s strengths lie in its robust and flexible features, helping wineries to market, grow, and manage their sales. Bottle360 listens to their client wineries and responds by developing the features and functions they need, all while offering true 24/7 concierge-level customer service. With a passion for helping the people behind the wine, Bottle360 focuses on making DTC easier at every turn.
About Block 55
Block 55 (https://block55.app/), stands as a pioneering reservation management system crafted with the unique needs of wineries in mind. Founded by A.J. Weinzettel of Weinnotes.com website, Podcast, and Newsletter, It’s not just software. It is a platform built with passion for a complete solution designed to alleviate the operational challenges of reservation management while enhancing the customer service experience of wine tasting. Situated in the heart of Oregon wine country, Block 55 was born from a vision to blend technology with tradition, ensuring that wineries can extend their renowned hospitality without the back-office hassles.
