{"id":8497,"date":"2026-02-20T12:39:23","date_gmt":"2026-02-20T17:39:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/blog\/?p=8497"},"modified":"2026-02-20T12:43:17","modified_gmt":"2026-02-20T17:43:17","slug":"magnum-marathon-celebrate-20-years","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/blog\/magnum-marathon-celebrate-20-years\/","title":{"rendered":"Magnum Marathon Returns Feb.24: Celebrate 20 Years of WTSO with XL Bottles, XL Savings"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some traditions never lose their excitement.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since the early days of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=blog&amp;utm_content=blog_magnum+marathon+celebrate+20+years\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>WTSO<\/strong><\/a>, <\/span><b>Marathon<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> events have been a fan favorite \u2013 a fast-paced showcase of standout wines released throughout the day, where timing matters and the best bottles don\u2019t stay on the course for long. As we celebrate <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20 Years in Business<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, we\u2019re bringing back that classic format with a lineup worthy of the milestone.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><b>Tuesday, February 24: This is a full-day run of standout large-format bottles, from 9 AM to 9 PM EST, with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=blog&amp;utm_content=blog_magnum+marathon+celebrate+20+years\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Magnum wines<\/strong><\/a> rotating hour by hour, savings up to 76% OFF, and free shipping on every 1.5L<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The pace is fast, some bottles won\u2019t last, and once an hour ends, the lineup moves forward.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><b>Why Magnums Make Every Occasion Better<\/b><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=blog&amp;utm_content=blog_magnum+marathon+celebrate+20+years\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Large-format bottles<\/strong><\/a> are more than impressive on the table. They age gracefully, pour generously, and turn ordinary gatherings into memorable ones. Whether you\u2019re simply stocking for the season, gifting something unforgettable, or planning a celebration, a <strong>Magnum<\/strong> signals that the moment matters.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And during <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=blog&amp;utm_content=blog_magnum+marathon+celebrate+20+years\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b><strong>Magnum Marathon<\/strong><\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, that statement comes with serious savings, because victory tastes better in large format.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><b>How the Magnum Marathon Works<\/b><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Throughout the day, themed hours bring fresh opportunities to shop.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: left;\"><b>9 AM \u2013 Whistle Blow<\/b><\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The race begins with renowned producers, classic regions, and some of the day\u2019s biggest value opportunities.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: left;\"><b>12 PM \u2013 Napa Valley Hour<\/b><\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gold-medal Cabernet and powerhouse California names take center stage, featuring sought-after vineyard sites and cellar-worthy releases.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: left;\"><b>4 PM \u2013 Value Hour from Old &amp; New World Favorites<\/b><\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beloved regions like Rioja, Willamette Valley, Saint-\u00c9milion, and Piedmont step into the spotlight with exceptional wines in large format.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: left;\"><b>8 PM \u2013 Final Lap<\/b><\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Member favorites and remaining best-sellers return for one last opportunity before the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=blog&amp;utm_content=blog_magnum+marathon+celebrate+20+years\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b><strong>Marathon<\/strong><\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> crosses the finish line.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Each hour is a new lap, and once the bottles rotate out, they may not return. Blink and you\u2019ll miss a mile marker!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><b>A Lineup That Spans the Wine World<\/b><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=blog&amp;utm_content=blog_magnum+marathon+celebrate+20+years\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b><strong>WTSO Marathon<\/strong><\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> truly runs the globe.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Expect everything from Rioja, Super Tuscan reds, and Saint-\u00c9milion Grand Cru to Willamette Valley Pinot Noir, Piedmont Nebbiolo, and Napa Valley Cabernet. New arrivals appear alongside trusted favorites, with standout producers, highly-rated vintages, and collectible names throughout the day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From accessible <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=blog&amp;utm_content=blog_magnum+marathon+celebrate+20+years\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong><b>Magnums<\/b><\/strong><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> starting at $22.99 to cellar-worthy icons, this wine event offers something for every palate and occasion. The key is to move quickly and sprint to the bottles that matter most to you.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><b>A Celebration of WTSO\u2019s Marathon Legacy<\/b><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When WTSO launched two decades ago, <\/span><b>Marathon<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> events quickly became a defining member experience. The concept was simple, but thrilling \u2013 exceptional wines, rotating releases, and the chance to secure something remarkable at just the right moment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We offer top deals every day of the year, but these events capture what makes <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=blog&amp;utm_content=blog_magnum+marathon+celebrate+20+years\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Wines &#8216;Til Sold Out<\/strong><\/a> special: the excitement of discovery, the trust in our selections, and the satisfaction of finding outstanding wines at prices rarely seen elsewhere.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><b>Don\u2019t Miss the Next Wave<\/b><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because bottles rotate throughout the day, timing matters. Member-favorite wines and renowned producers can sell out quickly, and once an hour ends, the lineup moves forward.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To stay in stride with future <\/span><b>Marathon<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> events, be sure to download the free WTSO <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/app_download?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=blog&amp;utm_content=blog_magnum+marathon+celebrate+20+years\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong><u>wine app<\/u><\/strong><\/a> and enable notifications so you\u2019re ready when the next wave begins.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Marathon is on, and the next standout bottle could appear at any moment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/blog\/20-years-of-wtso\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\" class=\"size-full wp-image-8430 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/EMAIL-WTSO-20Years-WineOnline-BlogPost.png\" alt=\"WTSO-20Years-WineOnline-BlogPost\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/EMAIL-WTSO-20Years-WineOnline-BlogPost.png 700w, https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/EMAIL-WTSO-20Years-WineOnline-BlogPost-300x107.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Some traditions never lose their excitement. Since the early days of WTSO, Marathon events have been a fan favorite \u2013 a fast-paced showcase of standout wines released throughout the day, where timing matters and the best bottles don\u2019t stay on the course for long. As we celebrate 20 Years in Business, we\u2019re bringing back that [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":14,"featured_media":8498,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[948],"tags":[1309,1313,1315,1045,1310,988,1316,993,89,986,1314,1123,1317,1311,1312],"class_list":["post-8497","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-wtso-wine-sales-events","tag-1-5l-wine-deals","tag-bordeaux-magnum","tag-champagne-magnum","tag-flash-wine-deals","tag-free-shipping-wine-sale","tag-holiday-wine-gifts","tag-italian-magnum-wines","tag-large-format-wine-sale","tag-magnum-marathon","tag-magnum-wine-bottles","tag-napa-cabernet-magnum","tag-premium-wine-sale","tag-wine-marathon-event","tag-wines-for-gatherings","tag-wtso-wine-event"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8497","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/14"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=8497"}],"version-history":[{"count":7,"href":"https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8497\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":8506,"href":"https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8497\/revisions\/8506"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/8498"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=8497"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=8497"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=8497"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}