WSET "New World" 6 Bottles Pack

1. South Africa – Stellenbosch – Pinotage

Kanonkop Pinotage

Chosen to represent South Africa’s flagship grape variety. Ripe black fruit, spice and firm tannins make it essential for studying Pinotage typicity, Stellenbosch terroir and the balance between New World ripeness and structure in WSET.

2. USA – Napa Valley – Cabernet Sauvignon

Robert Mondavi Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley

Selected as a benchmark Napa Cabernet Sauvignon. Concentrated black fruit, firm tannins and oak influence make it ideal for studying warm-climate Cabernet, premium Californian styles and New World power balanced by freshness.

3. Argentina – Mendoza – Malbec

Catena Zapata Nicasia Vineyard Malbec

Chosen to represent Argentina’s flagship grape and high-altitude viticulture. Concentrated dark fruit, smooth tannins and fresh acidity illustrate altitude influence, Mendoza terroir and premium New World Malbec styles in WSET.

4. Chile – Maipo Valley – Cabernet Sauvignon

Baronesa P. – Baron Philippe de Rothschild Chile

Selected to showcase Chilean Cabernet Sauvignon. Combines ripe black fruit, herbal freshness and firm structure, making it ideal for studying Mediterranean climate, Andean influence and stylistic comparison with Napa Cabernet.

5. Australia – Barossa Valley – Shiraz

Penfolds Bin 28 Shiraz

Chosen as a benchmark Australian Shiraz. Full body, ripe black fruit, spice and higher alcohol make it essential for studying warm-climate viticulture, Barossa typicity and the powerful New World expression of Shiraz.

6. New Zealand – Marlborough – Sauvignon Blanc

Cloudy Bay Te Koko Sauvignon Blanc 2021

Selected to represent an alternative premium Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc style. Combines citrus, tropical fruit, texture and subtle oak influence, making it ideal for studying regional typicity, winemaking choices and stylistic diversity within New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc.