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inspiring wines, treats and hampers for christmas

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let us add the magic touch to your christmas with our inspiring selection of gifts, from boxes bursting with artisan foods to luxurious fizz and fine wines.

When you choose the society this christmas, you choose to take the hassle out of festive shopping – simply place your order and we’ll get to work packaging your gift and sending it to that someone special for christmas. our gifts are sure to fly off the shelves and out of our cellar, so please place your order as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

each gift contains detailed food and wine notes, and you can add your own message with a personalised gift card. Most food gifts – also including smaller wine and spirit gifts, and fizz and chocolate gifts – are supplied in presentation gift boxes or hampers*, designed to make the perfect present.

Ordering is easy:l order online at thewinesociety.com/christmasl call Member Services on 01438 741177l complete and post the order form enclosed

For help & advice with your order, please e-mail [email protected], talk with our advisers online using live chat or call Member services on 01438 741177.

place your order for uK delivery by 7th December for your chance to win one of 250 bottles of the society's champagne Brut. For more information, visit thewinesociety.com/prize

*see product description online for more details.

cover image: alfred Gratien Brut 2004 and the society's exhibition Vintage port 1985, available in the ultimate christmas Day case (back page) or individually at thewinesociety.com

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3please order as early as possible to ensure your gifts are despatched in good time for christmas

£22)

Bellini casepeach juice and fizz are the classic ingredients for a Bellini, but we think our excellent prosecco deserves something a little more stylish for the party season. treat your bubbles to a dash of Van nahmen rhubarb or peach nectars – which strike the perfect balance between tart and sweet – for the ultimate in cocktail indulgence.

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4 Discover our full gift range at thewinesociety.com/christmas


£29.50)

tHRee VintaGe claRetsWhat’s better than receiving a delicious bottle of claret this christmas? Receiving three delicious bottles of claret, of course! We’ve specially selected this tempting trio of supple and satisfying reds from well-respected producers, and you can taste the quality from the first sip. cheers to that!

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£47)

siX VintaGe claRetsDouble the fun with this six-bottle case containing two bottles each of the three ripe, generous and ready-to-drink clarets featured in our three Vintage clarets case.

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5Discover our full gift range at thewinesociety.com/christmas


For help and advice in selecting a gift call 01438 741177, email [email protected] or use our live chat at thewinesociety.com

£20)

poRt GiFt BoXa sweet, youthful crusted port which makes a heavenly match for creamy stilton. this blend of different harvests is aged in wood for two years and a further three in bottle before being shipped for sale.

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£45)

luXuRY WHisKY GiFt BoXWith rich notes of wheat, cereal and toffee on the nose and candied orange peel, caramel and nut flavours, this beautifully presented whisky makes for decadent fireside sipping. Matured for 12 years in ex-bourbon barrels, the lovely warmth here is offset with a touch of salinity on a bewitchingly long finish.

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£34)

luXuRY Gin GiFt BoXa delicate and aromatic london Dry gin housed in a beautiful flower-adorned gift box. this has been crafted by the london Distillery company in collaboration with the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew using 42 botanicals from around the world, many of them sourced from Kew’s archives. a gorgeous present for any G&t fan.

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6 order at thewinesociety.com/christmas or call 01438 741177


£22.50)

tHe societY’s claRet & WHite BuRGunDYMeet two of our bestsellers: a ripe, round and tantalisingly appley white Burgundy and refreshingly light and fruity merlot-based claret, both perfect additions to the christmas table for a roast turkey with all the trimmings.

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7please order as early as possible to ensure your gifts are despatched in good time for christmasorder at thewinesociety.com/christmas or call 01438 741177


£42)

Fine Wine selectiona three-bottle gift set showcasing a princely collection of fine wines, including a dark-fruited Rhône red, a classically styled claret and a benchmark sauvignon blanc from the loire. a decadent present that’s sure to score bonus brownie points with any serious wine lover.

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£29)

neW WoRlD tRioFeaturing a silky-smooth south african red, an elegant southern australian shiraz and a bright and breezy new Zealand sauvignon, this new world selection demonstrates the delicious versatility to be found outside the classic regions.

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£34)

MaGnuM oF claRetnothing says ‘special occasion’ like sharing a magnum of something rich and inviting, and this cabernet sauvignon and merlot blend, with a touch of petit verdot, is just that. Give the gift of a pleasure shared this christmas.

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£20)

neW WoRlD paiRour new world wonders will make the festive season sparkle, including a bright, fresh and floral argentine malbec and a tropically scented new Zealand sauvignon blanc.

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F iZ Z & cHocol ate GiFts

£23)

FiZZ & cHocolatesour scrumptious chocolate box from House of Dorchester includes truffles, caramels and nutty pralines; perfect for an indulgent night on the sofa with our fragrant and fruity sparkling rosé, or for sharing over a coffee with friends if you’re feeling generous.

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£35)

cHaMpaGne & cHocolatesit’s not party season without a decadent bottle of fizz, and this stylish and gentle premier cru champagne, made for us by castelnau, makes for an elegant choice. enjoy with our luxurious selection of truffles, caramels and pralines, made by House of Dorchester.

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9For help and advice in selecting a gift call 01438 741177,

email [email protected] or use our live chat at thewinesociety.comDiscover our full gift range at thewinesociety.com/christmas

F iZ Z & cHocol ate GiFts

£49.50)

tHe societY’s cHaMpaGne & cHocolatesas famous for their gorgeous boxes as the indulgent chocolates within, charbonnel et Walker supply us with these exquisite milk, dark and pink Marc de champagne truffles. paired with our delicious society’s champagne – made with love and care by alfred Gratien – this is the ultimate gift set for someone special.

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HaMpeRs , FooD & Wine GiFts

£50)

cHeeseBoaRD caseGive the gift of an enviable cheeseboard with our unbeatable selection, including creamy goat’s cheese, full-flavoured cheddar, a sumptuous petit Gaugry and a delicate carboncino. the Fine cheese company’s selection of flavoured biscuits and tangy piccalilli make a delicious match. enjoy with our delectable duo of white and red for guaranteed cheese heaven.

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£26)

poRt & stiltonthis rich and creamy cropwell Bishop stilton, handmade at an independent family-run creamery, is sure to be the star of the festive cheeseboard. the half ring is the perfect amount for pairing with our mellow tawny-style port for a combination that just sings ‘christmas’.


£40)

ReDs & cHeDDaR selectiontake a cheese lover to festive heaven with this set of goodies, featuring a rich and tangy english cheddar, sticky-sweet onion relish, satisfyingly crunchy crackers and three cheeseboard-ready French reds. We can’t think of anyone who wouldn’t like to receive this come christmas morning.




£39.50)

tapas casesucculent manzanilla olives, lip-smackingly savoury chorizo, dangerously moreish almonds and tortas saladas biscuits; if that doesn’t win you ‘gift giver of the year’ what will? We’ve also included two spanish reds and a white to help you wash it all down. Delicious!

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£26)

cHRistMas tReatsBursting with sweet treats, this indulgent set includes light and buttery hazelnut shortbreads, a christmas cake and plum pudding – both packed with sweet, spiced fruit – and a charming milk chocolate robin. a box of quintessentially english teabags will help you wash it all down in style. perfect for friends and family abroad who may be missing the unique tastes of a British christmas.

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Export information

£36 for european destinations and £46 for non-european destinations. contact the export team on 01438 741177 or email [email protected] to place an order or for further information.

the last order date for export orders is 8pm on Monday 20th november.

£25)

sWeet Wine & sticKY toFFee puDDinGserve yourself a large slab of toffee pudding with a glass of treacle and raisin-tinged aussie muscat for a dessert of epically opulent proportions. a winning gift for anyone with a seriously sweet tooth.

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£27)

sMoKeD salMon & WHite BuRGunDYWe can’t think of a more sumptuous pairing than smoked salmon and white Burgundy, so we picked exquisite examples of both for this ever-popular gift set. our salmon is smoked over oak and beechwood by the experts at coln Valley, while our white Burgundy is made by the talmard family, who ferment it in stainless-steel tanks for freshness, before ageing on its lees for richness and complexity. the gourmet in your life would be thrilled to receive this.


£24)

RHÔne & pÂtÉa full-bodied, spicy côtes-du-Rhône and satisfyingly meaty wild boar pâté will please Francophiles, while a Greek-inspired sweet olive, fig and almond relish adds a little Mediterranean magic to this delicious food and wine selection. You can’t have pâté without biscuits, so we’ve thrown in a box of Derbyshire-baked fig and sultana toasts as well. an indulgent evening in a box.

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£49.50)

italian FooD & Wine casepacked full of artisan italian delights, this case would make a supremely stylish gift; featuring flavour-packed seggiano balsamic vinegar, crunchy amaretti biscuits, a beautiful little Bonci Mini pan Briacone and a luxurious truffle sauce. our hauntingly perfumed chianti, seductive falanghina and much-loved prosecco make perfect partners – we’ve included them here.

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£28)

sHeRRY apeRitiF caseadd a little Mediterranean sunshine to someone’s christmas by sending this gift set of authentic Greek and spanish snacks with sherry. plump rosemary and garlic infused olives and moreish hand-toasted nuts make delicious pre-dinner partners for our apple-fresh fino and complex, raisiny amontillado sherries.

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£99)

tHe societY’s cHRistMas HaMpeRa beautiful willow picnic hamper bursting with gourmet sweet and savoury luxuries, including a succulent crab terrine infused with cream and cognac, French fondant milk chocolates, a plump-fruit packed plum pudding, biscuits, handmade preserves and more. a juicy red, mouthwatering white and elegant sparkler mean that there’s something here for everyone.

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£129)

tHe societY’s FResH FooD HaMpeRGrant the foodie in your life their ultimate christmas wish with this super-smart looking hamper, filled to the brim with sumptuous sweet and savoury treats. creamy cheeses and luxurious smoked salmon shine with a vibrant champagne, a refreshing white and an opulent red; our rich port will pair beautifully with lottie shaw’s mince pies or try our gourmet coffee with all manner of chocolatey (and cake-y) delights. and there’s much more besides – bon appétit!

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£79.50)

tHe societY’s FooD & Wine casea bumper selection of festive treats to send to someone you really like. it includes Bucks Fizz flavoured marmalade, milk chocolate honeycomb and sumptuous caramel and sea salt biscuits to satisfy sweet lovers, plus salted Mallorcan almonds, Gouda cheese twists and pheasant pâté for the rest. a peachy prosecco, smooth Rioja and fruity italian white mean you’d be hard pressed to find a more varied and versatile christmas food and wine selection.

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Wine & BeeR GiFt cases

£32)

cRaFt BReWeRY caseHarviestoun Brewery began life in home brewer Ken Brooker’s shed, and you’ll taste the same love and attention to detail in this 12-bottle case of six different beers. Whether you prefer the malty nose and peachy notes of Bitter & twisted, the milk chocolate and toffee flavours of ola Dubh 12 or the dark and complex character of ola Dubh 18, you’ll be spoilt for choice.

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£27)

Guest ales case only our boldest and best guest ales made the cut to be included in this case of 12 bottles, comprising three bottles each of some of our favourites. there’s something for every beer aficionado here, including a deep amber ale with moreish chocolate notes, a light elegant and spicy english bitter and a traditional dark ale for sipping on a cold winter’s eve.

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£99)

Wine cHaMpions oF 2017one of the most exciting times of the year at the society is when our buyers get together to blind-taste hundreds of different wines and identify their Wine champions of the year. this 12-bottle mixed case features a tantalising variety of the sumptuous reds and bewitching whites that were crowned winners in 2017.

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£47)

siX societY Winesa great dinner-party selection, this style-spanning gift set features three people-pleasing reds, including our intensely black-fruited argentine malbec and rich sicilian nero d’avola, plus three tempting whites including our bestselling white Burgundy and a crisp and refreshing chilean sauvignon.

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£79)

eXHiBition MiXeD caseour exhibition wines are the crown jewels of our society- label range, sourced from the world’s best regions, growers and vineyards. expect silky Rioja, irresistible claret and elegant riesling in this six-bottle case featuring three whites and three reds.

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£79)

siX oF tHe Best‘six of the best’ is a strong claim, but we think the quality on show here backs up our boldness. We asked our buyers what special bottles will be on their christmas wish list and here’s what they chose: a trio of showstopping reds, and three delectable whites.

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£39)

siX classic FRencH HalF BottlesFeaturing three vibrant French reds and a trio of fragrant whites, this six-bottle case features some of our favourite Gallic gems in handy half-bottle size.

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£90)

top societY selleRsthis delectable dozen provides a whistle-stop tour of the society-label wines that our members buy again and again. Whether it’s our light and fruity claret, an intense black-fruited argentine malbec or our deliciously fruity Gavi, these are the wines that make everyday eating and drinking a treat.

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£72)

cHRistMas paRtY ReDsseasonal entertaining calls for a wine rack packed with easy-drinking reds. We’ve put together the ultimate 12-bottle party pack, featuring a smooth south african blend, a charismatic spanish tempranillo and a stylish claret just for starters. includes two bottles each of six wines.

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£79)

cHRistMas paRtY WHitesa 12-bottle gift featuring two bottles each of six sensational whites. Whether it’s an intensely aromatic chilean sauvignon blanc or a fruity italian vermentino that gets your party started, these taste even better in good company.

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£75)

cHRistMas paRtY DoZenFestive get-togethers call for an arsenal of tried and trusted favourites, so we’ve done all the hard work for you, selecting a mouthwatering dozen of reds and whites. Whether guests are wine adventurers or simply know what they like, they won’t be disappointed here.

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£52)

aDVentuReRs’ casea treasure trove of hidden gems and exciting finds, this intriguing selection shows why our buyers have such a reputation for sourcing some of the world’s most thrilling wines. the perfect six-bottle gift case for adding a little magic to any wine lover’s cellar.

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£49)

siX cHaMpion ReDsa six-bottle box of illustrious reds that were crowned as Wine champions 2017 by our buyers in their prestigious annual blind tasting. Featuring our cherry-scented Beaujolais-Villages, an enticingly spicy Rioja and a fruit-forward languedoc among others.

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£85)

MeMBeRs’ FaVouRitesWe think that you are the most discerning wine buyers out there, so we’ve rounded up the wines that you tell us you love best. this eclectic 12-bottle gift case boasts delicious finds from every corner of the globe, including six flavour-packed reds, five refreshing whites and a lovely sparkling wine.

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£145)

cHRistMas suRViVal KitFor when wine just isn’t enough, this bumper set of ten reds and whites is made extra special by the inclusion of prosecco, an aromatic london craft gin, a beautiful speyside scotch whisky, the society’s own port and an apple-fresh fino sherry. an impressive 15-bottle mixed case to tackle whatever the festive season throws at you.

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£129)

cHRistMas DaY casetreat your christmas dinner to a sublime selection of wines from around the world, including a strawberry-scented new world pinot noir, a spicy côtes-du-Rhône and an english white packed with bewitching hedgerow and gooseberry flavours. contains two bottles each of a selection of six wines.

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£98)

claRet FoR DRinKinG noWcontaining two bottles each of six classic reds, this case of clarets is a red-wine lover’s dream.

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Order Formplease complete this form and return it in the pre-paid envelope supplied. please place your order as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. For overseas deliveries, please return this form no later than Monday 20th november to guarantee delivery in time for christmas.

Recipients of gifts including alcohol must be aged 18 or over.

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i authorise you to charge my credit/debit card for this amount/ i enclose a cheque payable to the Wine society for

Direct Debit (You can only elect to pay by Direct Debit if you have one set up with The Society. Visit thewinesociety.com/direct for details)

1. substitutes it is possible that a christmas Gift case may prove more popular than anticipated, resulting in one or all of its components selling out. in order to minimise delay and to enable us to deliver before christmas, we will automatically despatch cases with substituted contents. Where contents are changed, replacement wines or foods will always be of equal or greater value than those originally advertised. if you have any specific case substitutes please note these on the order form. in this case, the original price of the specified substitute will be charged.

2. export gift casesour christmas treats case on page 13 is suitable for export and must be ordered by Monday 20th november for overseas delivery in time for christmas. For help or advice on alternative gifts for export, contact [email protected] or call 01438 741177. We regret orders for export cannot be placed online.

3. collectionGift cases (excluding cases containing fresh food) may be pre-ordered and collected from our cellar showroom at stevenage with a £3 discount per case. please specify the date on which you wish to collect. For next-day collections, please order online or by phone Monday-Friday before noon. Your order will be available after 10am the following working day. the last order date for next-day collection is noon, Friday 22nd December. the collection discount only applies when gift cases are pre-ordered.

4. Deliveryif you would like your gifts as soon as possible after we receive your order, please tick the ‘noW’ box on the order form. all other deliveries will be made from Friday 8th December onwards, to arrive in time for christmas (with the exception of gifts for export). cases containing fresh food will be delivered from Monday 18th December to ensure freshness. please note we cannot accommodate requests for specific delivery dates for gifts.

5. Gift messagesa gift card will be sent to the recipient which can include your own message. please write your message on the order form in BlocK capitals and ensure that any message is a maximum of 140 characters (including spaces). in the absence of a personal message, a standard greeting of ‘this gift comes from the Wine society with the compliments of (gift sender name)’ will be included on the card. For cases containing fresh food the gift message will be printed on the delivery label.

6. paymentpayment should be made at the time of ordering by:

a. Debit card (Delta or Visa Debit) or credit card (Mastercard or Visa) – your card will not be charged until the time of dispatch of the first gift. please note that multiple delivery addresses will be shown individually on debit/credit card statements.

b. cheque – please make your cheque payable to the Wine society and write your share number on the back of the cheque.

c. Direct Debit – if you have a Direct Debit set up with us you can elect to pay by this method.

Fresh food returnscases with the ‘DX’ prefix contain perishable items and are therefore non-returnable unless faulty.

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additional copies of this order form can be downloaded at thewinesociety.com/orderform or requested by emailing [email protected] or calling 01438 741177.

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tHe ultiMate cHRistMas DaY casechristmas dinner is the pinnacle of the festive season, so whether you’ll be enjoying turkey and all the trimmings, a luxury veggie feast or something more exotic, this stunning six-bottle selection is lavish enough to see you through in style, from nibbles to cheese. Featuring four classic French reds and whites, a delicious vintage champagne and our richly flavoured vintage port.

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Products and prices valid until Tuesday 19th December, while stocks last.

Order at thewinesociety.com/christmas or call 01438 741177

Uncork with confidence

The Wine Society is a mutual organisation, so our members’ satisfaction is paramount. If, for any reason, you haven’t enjoyed a wine we want to hear about it and will happily offer a credit, a replacement or a refund. thewinesociety.com/promise

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