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London - Bring a Bottle - A Syrah Paulee
Join us for the very first Wine Society Paulée – a relaxed and celebratory evening dedicated to one of the world’s most captivating grape varieties, syrah. Inspired by the convivial Paulée traditions of Burgundy, this communal dinner invites every guest to bring a bottle of syrah or shiraz from their own "cellar" to share with fellow members around the table, alongside a selection of special bottles provided by us. Throughout the evening, Rhône buyer Fiona Hayes and South Africa buyer Victoria Mason MW will also share stories from their travels, discoveries and experiences working with some of the world’s greatest syrah producers and explain why this remarkable grape continues to inspire them so deeply.
A Paulée is, at heart, a celebration of wine, generosity and community – an occasion where wine lovers come together to share bottles, stories and conversation around the table. Traditionally linked to the harvest feasts of Burgundy, the spirit of a Paulée is wonderfully informal, collaborative and joyful, and we’re delighted to bring that atmosphere to this BRAND-NEW Wine Society event centred entirely on syrah and shiraz.
Hosted at Bleeding Heart Bistro, the evening will feature generous feasting-style plates designed for sharing, creating a relaxed and sociable setting perfectly suited to the wines and the spirit of the occasion.
Each guest is encouraged to bring one bottle per ticket of syrah or shiraz from their own collection – whether it’s a treasured mature bottle, an exciting new discovery or simply a personal favourite. The wines will be shared amongst fellow members and guests at each table, creating a unique tasting experience shaped by everyone in the room.
Alongside the bottles brought by members, we’ll also be opening several exceptional wines from our own cellars, including the legendary Paul Jaboulet Aîné Hermitage La Chapelle 1997 and Boekenhoutskloof Syrah 2010 – a landmark wine that helped define the modern era of South African syrah.
Throughout the evening, Rhône buyer Fiona Hayes and South Africa buyer Victoria Mason MW will guide members through the world of syrah, sharing personal stories from vineyard visits, producer relationships and memorable bottles along the way. From the granite slopes of the northern Rhône to the wild landscapes of South Africa, they’ll explore what makes syrah such a thrilling and expressive grape variety, and why it continues to captivate wine lovers around the world.
More than simply a dinner, this Syrah Paulée is designed to bring members together through shared bottles, conversation and discovery – a celebration of the warmth, generosity and sense of community that make wine so special in the first place.
Whether traveling from near or far you will be greeted with a warm welcome and cool drink on arrival before you are led through an evening of food and wine discovery by way of a four-course meal with six matching wines.
Your palates will be teased and challenged and ultimately delighted as each wine pairing is meticulously planned to bring together seasonal produce with delicious wines from our 1,500+ wine list including rare treats from our stores of mature vintages.
Our friendly Tastings team will be on hand to guide you through the wines and dishes, offering fascinating insights into the wines, their producers and their winemaking practices, and chatting through why the food and wine pairings were chosen.
Join us for a night of tasty food, delicious wines and great company.
Sit back, relax, and let the Tastings & Events team guide you through the wonders of food and wine pairing, whether it be at a restaurant takeover, themed dinner, Members’ lunch, or foodie masterclass. Our team will help members learn the building blocks of how the flavours and sensations in food and wine interact. The menus for the events are usually provided on registration but do let us know of any dietary or seating requirements.
Do you send physical tickets or is it all e-tickets?
We no longer send out physical tickets for our events. An email confirming registration will be sent to the member who has purchased the ticket(s) and this email can be used as confirmation upon arrival at the event.
Can I bring a non-member?
Yes. Tickets must be booked by a member, but you are welcome to bring non-member guests.
Do I need to know lots about wine to attend?
Absolutely not! Our events target a range of experience and knowledge levels, and we try to make this clear on our event pages. If you’re unsure if an event is for you, simply contact tastings@thewinesociety.com and we will try to help.
Do I get a discount on wines after events?
After our ‘in person’ events, we offer attendees a 10% discount on the wines we have shown, subject to availability. You will be provided with a private code after attending the event to redeem the discount
What is your cancellation policy?
Full details on our cancellation policy can be found here.
Can I join a waiting list for sold out events?
Yes. Please do feel free to join our waiting lists for sold out events. If tickets become available you will be contacted by email.