PLATFORM COMPARISON

Your wines deserve a better platform.

Commerce7 and WineDirect were built for compliance — not for commerce. Shopify + CrushSuite gives you both.

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ShopClubsVisit
Paso Robles, California
Small batches.
Big flavor.
Natural wine made by people who'd rather drink it than talk about it.
Shop Wines
Book a Tasting
The Wines
What We're Pouring
Chardonnay
Chardonnay
2023 · $28
Malbec
Malbec
2022 · $34
Gamay
Gamay
2023 · $26
Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir
2022 · $36
Integrations400+
Page Speed10x faster
Theme ControlFull
THE PROBLEM

Legacy platforms are holding you back

They were built for compliance, not for commerce. Here's what that costs you:

Closed Ecosystem

Commerce7 and WineDirect integrate with a handful of tools. Want Klaviyo? Gorgias? Custom webhooks? You're out of luck.

Slow, Outdated Experience

Your customers expect fast, modern storefronts. Legacy platforms can't keep up — and slow load times kill conversions.

Expensive Customization

Need a change? Developer work costs thousands. Shopify themes and apps let you control everything without code.

WHY SHOPIFY WINS

The modern platform built for commerce

Enterprise-grade tools without the complexity.

400+ Integrations

Klaviyo for email, Gorgias for support, Recharge for subscriptions, ShipStation for fulfillment — everything connects to Shopify. No custom development needed.

Connect tools in minutes, not months
One-click installs from the Shopify App Store
Custom webhooks and API access included
Shopify and CrushSuite with 400+ app integrations

Beautiful, Fast Storefronts

Shopify's infrastructure is built on CDNs and optimized for performance. Sub-2 second page loads. 50+ professionally designed themes — or build your own.

Drag-and-drop theme editor
Mobile-first, responsive out of the box
Full HTML/CSS control when you need it
WineMart
Desktop
Mobile
Save
Sections
Announcement bar
Header
Hero Banner
Product Grid
Footer
Heading
Small batches. Big flavor.
Button text
Shop Wines
Background
#2d2520
Free shipping on orders over $150 · Club members save 15%
ShopClubsVisit
Paso Robles, California
Small batches.
Big flavor.
Natural wine made by people who'd rather drink it than talk about it.
Shop Wines
Book a Tasting
The Wines
What We're Pouring
Chardonnay
Chardonnay
Malbec
Malbec
Gamay
Gamay
Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir

Real-Time Analytics

Shopify's native analytics give you customer behavior, segment-level sales data, retention metrics, and more. Make decisions based on data, not guesses.

Reports update hourly, not weekly
Customer segmentation built in
Integrates with Google Analytics, Meta Pixel, and more
WineMart
Store Analytics
Last 7 days
Revenue
$12.4K
+18.3%
Orders
142
+12.1%
Conversion
3.8%
+0.4%
Daily Orders
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
Avg. Order Value
$87.32
Live

Infinite Scalability

Whether you're doing $500K or $5M in annual sales, Shopify handles it without breaking a sweat. Shopify Plus available for enterprise needs.

Zero downtime during peak traffic
Global CDN for worldwide performance
Upgrade to Shopify Plus as you grow
WineMart
Revenue Growth
All time
$500K
$1M
$5M
Uptime
99.99%
Peak Traffic
10x
Downtime
0
THE MISSING PIECE

"But what about compliance?"

That's the one thing that kept you on a legacy platform. Not anymore.

Legacy platforms embedded compliance into their DNA. Commerce7 and WineDirect enforce state rules at every step — and that mattered.

But compliance isn't a platform feature anymore — it's a feature layer. CrushSuite exists to prove exactly that. Switch to Shopify knowing that wine compliance is handled.

Shopify
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C
Protected
Shopify + CrushSuite
Compliance handled.
Compliance Covered
State-by-state shipping rules
Automatic compliance fee application
Age verification at checkout
Full compliance audit logs
HOW CRUSHSUITE WORKS

One app. Full compliance. Zero compromise.

CrushSuite layers compliance on top of Shopify, so you get the best of both worlds.

01

Configure

State-by-state shipping rules, compliance fees, age verification, and product restrictions. Takes 15 minutes.

02

Enforce

Every cart is checked against compliance rules in real-time. Invalid orders are blocked before checkout.

03

Integrate

Orders flow to fulfillment seamlessly. Vinoshipper sync included for merchants who need it.

04

Report

Full audit logs, order history, and compliance reports — all inside your Shopify admin.

COMPARISON

The real difference

Shopify + CrushSuite vs. legacy platforms:

FEATURE
LEGACY PLATFORMS
SHOPIFY + CRUSHSUITE
Checkout Experience
Generic, slow
Modern, fast, branded
Integrations
5–10 limited partners
400+ apps & integrations
Analytics
Basic, delayed
Real-time, advanced
Customization
$5–10K per change
Drag-drop themes, free apps
Compliance
Built-in (locked down)
CrushSuite (fully flexible)
Scalability
Limited growth ceiling
Unlimited (Shopify Plus)
Monthly Cost
$500–$1,500+
$29–$299 + CrushSuite

Wineries are making the switch

"

As a wine business owner, I'm always looking for tools that streamline operations, enhance customer relationships, and simplify the complex world of wine sales and inventory. CrushSuite is easy to integrate with your existing store and their support is very responsive.

— The Marigny
Page Load
8s1.2s
Integrations
112
Revenue
+27%
PRICING

Simple, transparent pricing

Start with a 14-day free trial. No credit card required.

Starter
$24.99/mo
+ 1.9% of sales

Perfect for small wineries just getting started online.

14 day trial
Integration with approved compliance provider
Unlock Shopify analytics
State compliance tracking
Email support & access to knowledge center
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Pro
$199/mo
+ 0.9% on sales above $25K

For established wineries with growing sales.

Everything in Starter, plus:
Priority email
Dedicated account manager
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Need a white-glove migration?

Our concierge team will migrate your store from Commerce7 or WineDirect, configure CrushSuite, and get you live — so you don't have to lift a finger.

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FAQ

Questions about switching?

Everything you need to know about migrating to Shopify + CrushSuite.

CrushSuite is highly customizable. We support Vinoshipper integration for complex rules, and our Pro plan includes custom configuration support. If you have unique requirements, our team will work with you to get them set up.

Shopify is typically $29–$299/mo depending on plan, plus CrushSuite starting at $24.99/mo. Compared to legacy platforms at $500–$1,500+/mo, most wineries save money while getting a significantly better product.

Our customers frequently connect Klaviyo (email marketing), Recharge (subscriptions), ShipStation (shipping), Gorgias (customer support), and Aftership (order tracking). All are one-click integrations from the Shopify App Store.

No. Our team handles all technical setup. You manage compliance rules and products through Shopify's intuitive admin dashboard — no coding required.

Yes. CrushSuite works with every Shopify plan — from Basic to Plus. While some advanced checkout features are enhanced with Shopify Plus, our core compliance functionality is available on every plan.

CrushSuite integrates directly with Vinoshipper. Products, inventory, and compliance rules sync automatically. Orders flow back to Vinoshipper for fulfillment — all while keeping checkout on your Shopify store.

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