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A WINE CLUB WITH A BIG DIFFERENCE

Each month we put together a mixed case of six bottles totalling £70-£120 (saving up to 25% off the normal price), reflecting a particular theme or region in the wine world. Included with the wines will be tasting notes, maps and information about the producers. The big difference about our wine club is that you get to decide 'Yay or Nay' for receive that month's box - so you get to buy only what you like the sound of and what you think you'll enjoy drinking.

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JANUARY 2025

CHENIN - A TALE OF TWO CONTINENTS

In this month’s case we will celebrate Chenin’s brilliant diversity, focussing on Chenins from the two most important Chenin producing countries – France & South Africa.

FRENCH CHENIN

Chenin Blanc used to be called “Plant d’Anjou” when it was first recorded in 845 at Saint-Maur de Glanfeuil Abbey in the Loire. The name Chenin came later in the 16th Century when planted at Mount Chenin in Touraine. It makes sensational wines be they fresh, light and crisp to dry complex, age-worthy whites, rich sweet dessert styles and even fresh, nervy vibrant sparkling wines. The original centre of Chenin’s production was the middle Loire, with the following wines synonymous with great wines - Anjou, Bonnezeaux, Coteaux de ‘Aubance, Jasnieres, Montlouis, Quarts de Chaume, Saumur, Savennieres, Vouvray and Crémant de Loire.

SOUTH AFRICAN CHENIN

In South Africa, Chenin is also called Steen and was one of the first cultivars to be grown, being brought over by Jan van Riebeeck in 1655. Chenin is the highest planted variety in SA and has twice the amount planted as France. It has excelled in SA due to it’s acidity, generous yield and its strong resistance to both vineyard diseases and wind. Over the past 30 years Chenin has become increasingly venerated, with some of South Africa’s leading wine producers seeking fabulous old vineyard parcels and producing wines of exceptional character.

In this month’s case we will showcase six very different expressions of Chenin and I very much hope you enjoy these as much as I did in selecting them.

Best wishes

Erik
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IN THIS MONTH'S CASE...

2022 Waterkloof Circumstance Chenin Blanc

RRP £18.99
White

2021 Vuurberg White Western Cape

RRP £28.99
White

2024 Daschbosch Skin Contact Chenin, Breedekloof

RRP £19.99
White

2023 Domaine Gigou Clos St Jacques Jus du Terre Jasnieres, Loire

RRP £22.99
White

Francois et Julien Pinon Vouvray Pétillant Brut, Loire

RRP £26.99
White

2022 Domaine des Baumard, Coteaux du Layon, Carte d’Or Halves, Loire

RRP £14.99
White

Wine Club Price £110.00

Retail price - £132.94 / Regular Discount - £119.64

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THE VINEKING WINE CLUB

UPCOMING IN 2024*

January: South West France
February: Ribeiro Del Duero & Rueda
March: Syrah/Shiraz
April: North Island, NZ
May: Romania
June: Friuli vs Slovenia
July: Wines from the Lakes
August: Jura
September: La Mancha
October: Nebbiolo
November: Southern Rhone
December: Christmas Case

*Please note, wines may changes at our discretion.

VIEW OUR 2023 WINE CLUB CASES

January: Greek Odyssey: 6 wines, 6 regions
February: Volcanic Wines
March: East Coast Spanish Wines
April: Roussillon, France
May: Emerging Stars of Chile
June: Wines of the Atlantic Coast
July: Island Hopping: Sardinia vs Corsica
August: Wines of Austria: Perfect for summertime
September: Bordeaux: Exploration of the Right Bank
October: La Rioja Alta
November: Piedmont: Home to many a hidden gem
December: A tale of two cities: Porto vs Lisbon

*Please note, wines may changes at our discretion.

HOW IT WORKS

1. Sign up to The Wine Club via the form below, you will then receive a direct debit via email for you to complete shortly after.

2. Each month we will email you full details of the month’s case. If you don’t fancy that month’s case you can simply skip it!

3. Then sit back, relax, and wait for your delivery of your new wines from around the world.*

* We will deliver free within 5 miles of any of our stores otherwise a £7.50 delivery charge applies. If it is more convenient then the case can be collected from any of our stores.

Members will also be entitled to 2x free tickets to our Summer and Winter Portfolio Tastings at our Stores

You may opt out or cancel at any time.

FAQs / TERMS & CONDITIONS

What if I don't want that month's case?

If you don't fancy it, or have too much wine, there's an "OPT OUT" button on that month's Wine Club email. So you may opt-out of that month's selection and of course, you can cancel at any point too.

What if I Join After the 1st of the Month?

If you sign up mid-month then we will still offer you the current month's case. If you join towards the end of the month then please note that we may have to substitute certain items if they are out of stock.

How do I pay for it?

It's simple to set up and pay via Direct Debit, only debited if you take that month's case.

How do I get it?

We will deliver it for free if local, if beyond 5 miles of one of the shops £7.50 for a courier - or you can collect for free.

TERMS & CONDITIONS

Once the sign up is processed, a link to a Direct Debit Mandate will be emailed to you for your completion.

Each wine offering will be communicated on the 1st working day of the month. This will include a list of the wines and the special price for the 6 pack.

Each case will contain a mixture of red, white, rose and sparkling wine. Payment will be taken (if not opted out) on the 7th of the month, or first business day thereafter.

If you have chosen delivery, your wines will be delivered, or be ready for collection if you prefer, within 5 working days after the Direct Debit payment is taken.

Every month you can opt out of that month’s case without cancelling your membership.

You can cancel your membership at any moment by simply informing us in writing.

Tickets to the Summer & Winter tastings will be offered for your local area. Your attendance is confirmed your tickets will be allocated.

If a wine is sold out a suitable substitute will be found.

*free delivery – within 5 miles of any of our stores. Delivery outside of 5 miles will be charged at £7.50 per delivery (up to 12 bottles)

Once your attendance is confirmed we will allocate your ticket.