Looking to the future

What will the next 50 years look like for The Wine Society? We take out our crystal ball and share our thoughts on future wine and food trends with wines and recipes to enjoy a taste of things to come.

More from our 150th celebrations
The Generation Series Four

The Generation Series #4: The future of wine

This is the fourth release of our Generation Series. Inspired by our thoughts on the future of wine, with wines which showcase new and up-and-coming grapes, regions and styles including two blended from both sides of the world by Chapoutier, shipped in bulk and bottled in the UK.

Future of wine

The future of wine

What might wine, and wine enjoyment look like by 2074? We asked our buyers and experts about the changes, challenges and opportunities that could lie ahead.

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The future of food

The future of food

The fourth release in our Generation Series of wines looks to the future of wine, but what will the next 50 years hold for food?

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Artificial Intelligence

How AI will transform the world of wine

Committee member Ricard Giner-Sariola asks what all the fuss about AI is and why should members care?

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Buyer Matthew Horsley with winemakers Den’e van Wyk and Adrian Mohor and owners Ruth and Charles Simpson

Behind the scenes at Simpsons’ Wine Estate: the future of English wine

We catch up with Ruth and Charles Simpson to hear about their story and the future of English wine.

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The Generation Series Four

The Generation Series: A First Release of two groundbreaking 'Hemispheres’ wines

Reserve two of the most innovative and delicious wines in our history. Working with the celebrated house of Chapoutier, we’ve blended two outstanding cross-hemisphere wines, using Rhône varieties from France and Australia. They’re available to order now at favourable in-bond prices for delayed delivery. 

About 1874

Discover 1874

1874, the quarterly magazine for our members, showcases our latest collections, seasonal features, buyers’ selections, recipes and grower stories. 

This autumn we take a look to the future with the Generation Series, look back on Marcel Orford-Williams' 38-year career through wine, get to know Australia and bring you the best autumn bottles for enjoying now.

Browse the features online below or read the pdf online.

The Generation Series Four

The career highlights of Marcel Orford-Williams

We take a final tour of duty in the company of Marcel Orford-Williams after 38 years as our buyer. Martin Brown discovers Marcel’s highlights and the wines that have left an impression during his illustrious career.

The Generation Series Four

Italy's sangiovese

Italy’s wine goes from strength to strength and we shine a light on sangiovese, its shape-shifting signature premium red grape. Plus, for a bit of late-summer sunshine, we revisit its island wines.

 

Exhibition classics

Exhibition classics

Our flagship range is unlike any other, often blended and made to our own specification from some of the best producers and vineyards in the world. They make a great way to start exploring fine wine and classic styles.

 

Getting to know... Australia

Get up close and personal with the wines of the growers we think you need to follow and discover this amazing continent of wine through our pick of bottles that redefine regional styles.

The Generation Series Four

Sustainability: Our Climate and Nature Programme 

Our Climate and Nature Programme is well underway and the judges have chosen winning entries from the 30 plus submissions received. We’ll be announcing the winners soon, in the meantime, catch up on what the Programme is about. 

 

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