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Exploration wines

Across our wide, diverse range there are numerous wines which stand out as shining lights of their appellation or style. So much so that it has attracted comment from leading wine writers (Charles Metcalfe and Oz Clarke to name but two) who suggested that wine lovers wishing to know what a particular type of wine should taste like need look no further than The Wine Society. Their quotes inspired our popular ‘Benchmark’ offer in February, which brought together a variety of wines that set the standard for their region and style. We do the same here with 12 wines (and a mixed case) that are outstanding ambassadors.


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Zarcillo Pinot Noir, 2011

Chile is an unrivalled source for inexpensive pinot noir. With true pinot bouquet and ripe fruit, this is delicious. More »

£6.25
Bottle

£75
Case of 12
Out of stock
Product Code
CE6561
Product Type
Red Wine
Style
Medium Bodied
Alcohol Level
13.5%
Dominant Grape
Pinot Noir
Alternative Wine Available >

Silbador Casablanca Chardonnay, 2012

Fresh organic Casablanca chardonnay, with melony fruit and a crisp finish. More »

£6.50
Bottle

£78
Case of 12
In Stock
Product Code
CE6631
Product Type
White Wine
Style
Dry
Alcohol Level
13.5%
Dominant Grape
Chardonnay
Qty

Reviews (16) >

The Society's Beaujolais-Villages

The Beaujolais region can be divided into two parts. There is the southern Bas-Beaujolais which tends to produce simple wine that is mostly sold as ‘Nouveau’. The northern Haut-Beaujolais produces a style of More »

£6.95
Bottle

£83
Case of 12
In Stock
Product Code
BJ4601
Product Type
Red Wine
Style
Light Bodied
Alcohol Level
12.5%
Dominant Grape
Gamay
Qty

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d'Arenberg 'One Hundred for Four' Shiraz, 2010, McLaren Vale

A sensuous, polished shiraz, full of blackberry fruit, which is a delightful introduction to the ripe style of McLaren Vale. A Society exclusive, launched to celebrate d'Arenberg's 100-year anniversary. It has taken More »

£7.50
Bottle

£90
Case of 12
In Stock
Product Code
AU14681
Product Type
Red Wine
Style
Full Bodied
Alcohol Level
14.0%
Dominant Grape
Syrah / Shiraz
Qty

The Society's Pinot Grigio

Clean, rounded and fruity, this admirable, single-vineyard pinot grigio is made especially for The Wine Society by New Zealander Matt Thompson. The grapes come from a single vineyard in the Valpantena, a valley More »

£7.50
Bottle

£90
Case of 12
In Stock
Product Code
IT17001
Product Type
White Wine
Style
Bone Dry
Alcohol Level
13.0%
Dominant Grape
Pinot Gris
Qty

Navajas Crianza, Rioja, 2009

Excellent traditional Rioja which combines attractive oaky, leathery flavours with fresh, bright fruit and supple palate. More »

£7.50
Bottle

£90
Case of 12
In Stock
Product Code
SP7961
Product Type
Red Wine
Style
Full Bodied
Alcohol Level
14.0%
Dominant Grape
Tempranillo
Qty

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Christian Moueix, 2009, Bordeaux

A merlot-dominated, smooth-textured 'house wine' from right bank specialists JP Moueix; round and easy to drink. More »

£7.95
Bottle

£95
Case of 12
In Stock
Product Code
CB3851
Product Type
Red Wine
Style
Medium Bodied
Alcohol Level
13.5%
Dominant Grape
Merlot
Qty

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The Society's Reserva Brut, Cava

The Society's Cava is made by Sumarroca, a small family estate in Penedès, who use the traditional cava grapes (parellada, macabeo and xarel-lo) plus a touch of chardonnay to add finesse. It is made using the More »

£7.95
Bottle

£47.50
Case of 6
In Stock
Product Code
SG1581
Product Type
Sparkling Wine
Style
Bone Dry
Alcohol Level
11.5%
Qty

Mâcon La Roche Vineuse, Domaine Gonon, 2011

From a cool spot producing a wine with pretty baked-apple aromas and a fresh, crisp appetising palate. More »

£8.75
Bottle

£105
Case of 12
In Stock
Product Code
BU51461
Product Type
White Wine
Style
Dry
Alcohol Level
13.5%
Dominant Grape
Chardonnay
Qty

Reviews (1) >

Riesling Tradition, Kuentz Bas, 2011

Flavourful, fragrant dry riesling with a touch of ripe peach and citrus. Lovely with oysters or a stir fry. More »

£8.95
Bottle

£107
Case of 12
In Stock
Product Code
AL10091
Product Type
White Wine
Style
Bone Dry
Alcohol Level
12.5%
Dominant Grape
Riesling
Qty

Lawson's Dry Hills Sauvignon Blanc, 2012, Marlborough

NEW A really serious sauvignon for the price. A small portion (7%) was fermented in oak to add structure and richness rather than oaky flavour. Peachy, concentrated and zesty. More »

£9.50
Bottle

£114
Case of 12
In Stock
Product Code
NZ6521
Product Type
White Wine
Style
Dry
Alcohol Level
12.8%
Dominant Grape
Sauvignon Blanc
Qty

Reviews (1) >

Villa di Vetrice, Chianti Rufina Riserva, 2009

Full, vigorous, deep-flavoured Chianti that offers a great deal of flavour for the price. The Grati family have a splendidly exposed hillside of vines in the Rufina Valley. More »

£9.95
Bottle

£119
Case of 12
In Stock
Product Code
IT15961
Product Type
Red Wine
Style
Medium Bodied
Alcohol Level
13.0%
Dominant Grape
Sangiovese
Qty

The Benchmark Case

A dozen wines that set the standard for their region and style.A 12-bottle case containing one bottle each of one sparkling, six red and five white wines. More »

£95
Mixed Case of 12
Out of stock
Product Code
SC13201
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The Benchmark Case

A dozen wines that set the standard for their region and style.A 12-bottle case containing one bottle each of one sparkling, six red and five white wines. More »

£95
Mixed Case of 12
In Stock
Product Code
SC13201A
Qty
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