Halves Mixed Case

An Argentine malbec with rich black fruit with a seductive velvety palate and a hint of vanilla from the wood ageing. This is a blend of three areas: 80% Altamira, 10% Gualtallary and 10% Lunlunta and was matured in barrels for 14-16 months.

We are thrilled that star producer Paul Jaboulet Aîné produce this wine exclusively for The Wine Society. Richly flavoured and fruity but always fresh from the slopes of Mont Ventoux. This member favourite is predominately grenache with a little syrah in the blend. Expect a delicious palate of ripe red berries, liqourice and a touch of spice.

Produced for us from nero d'Avola grapes grown in the Ragusa and Agrigento regions of Sicily. Here the Mediterranean climate, tempered by a cooling coastal breeze, produces full-bodied red wines. Partly aged in French-oak barrels, this juicy raspberry and cherry-scented wine has a rounded, spicy finish.

Delightful expression of Loire cabernet franc to serve on the cooler side, pure and light on nose and palate, with succulent red fruit and a smooth finish.

2024 was a cooler year. This has an attractive melony flavoured palate with a fresh finish. The grapes are cool fermented in stainless-steel tanks and kept on their fine yeast lees for added complexity.

Wine has been made in Jurançon, just outside the city of Pau in Béarn and next to the old Kingdom of Navarre, for many centuries and enjoyed great prestige when it was the favourite tipple of Henri IV. Then the wines were mostly on the sweet side and it was another Henri who led the creation of a dry-style Jurançon for more everyday drinking. This Jurançon Sec comes from Henri Ramonteu, who makes it better than anyone. This unoaked, grapefruit-like, full-bodied white with good grip is made from two local varieties, gros manseng and camaralet and is the perfect partner for trout.

Crisp and refreshing in the new vintage, with Muscadet's typical saline note that makes it such a good match for seafood and especially shellfish. This wine has been sourced for nearly 40 years from the impeccable family firm of Chéreau-Carré. Just before the river Loire spills into the Atlantic, it is joined by the Sèvre and Maine rivers. The vineyards around their confluence produce the best Muscadet, whose distinctive tangy flavour is enhanced by prolonged contact with the yeast lees produced during fermentation (sur Lie).

A smooth, rich and oaky Rioja, made in the traditional style from 100% tempranillo aged in American and French oak for over two years (meaning it could qualify as a reserva). The fruit comes from vineyards in Rioja's Alavesa region which is renowned for the quality of tempranillo.

Merlot-based fruity and unoaked claret supplied for over a quarter of a century by family-owned Maison Sichel. Deliciously ripe and appealing with supple texture and a fresh finish.

This mouthwatering Bordeaux blend of sauvignon blanc and semillon has a touch of muscadelle for added character and depth of flavour. A refreshing and consistent performer year after year, made by the Despagne family.

This dry riesling is sourced from grapes around the picturesque town of Riquewihr. Subtle red-apple, jasmine and citrus fruit all come through in the glass, with wonderful spiciness on the palate as well as a freshness and vibrancy to the core.

A blend of grenache blanc, roussanne, viognier, clairette and bourboulenc, this white Rhône is made by a highly regarded grower, Chapoutier, producing high-quality wines with incredible consistency. An accessible wine with lots of freshness and energy. Expect blossom, white peach with white pepper spice. It pairs well with roast chicken, Asian spices or enjoyed solo.