{"product_id":"the-explore-4-august-2026","title":"The Explore 4: Metamorphic Rock","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMetamorphic Rock\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil is one of the most decisive factors shaping how a wine tastes, influencing everything from a vine’s access to water and nutrients to how it copes with heat and drought. Among the many soil types found in the world’s vineyards, metamorphic rock stands out for its distinctive combination of fractured structure, mineral complexity, and heat-retention properties— qualities explored in this month’s selection.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollection includes:\u003cbr\u003e2024 Musset-Roullier Le Moulin de Chateaupanne Anjou Blanc\u003cbr\u003e2020 Bollig-Lehnert, \"Trittenheimer Apotheke\" Riesling Kabinett, Mosel\u003cbr\u003e2021 Vinhas De Xisto Reserva Duoro Valley\u003cbr\u003e2023 Rall Wines, Red Blend, Swartland, South Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/Explore4_August_2026.pdf?v=1785956128\"\u003eSomm Booklet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore 4 is for the curious connoisseur and the adventurous novice alike. Whether it’s an in-depth examination of a particular region, grape variety, or concept, each four-bottle shipment is its own unique adventure—and each shipment comes with an expertly prepared info packet describing the theme and the wines in rich detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOffered here as a one-time Wine Pack purchase, this is a great introduction to our clubs without the commitment. No guesswork—just delicious wine!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: This item is a pre-packed selection chosen by our team of sommeliers and will ship on its own. It is ineligible for “A Case At Your Pace.” \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot afraid of commitment? Check out our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sommselect.com\/products\/the-somm-6-april-2023\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClubs sign-up page\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to make it official with a subscription.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45503130042422,"sku":"SOMM2608-EXPLORE4-750","price":135.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/E4_Metamorphic_Rock.png?v=1785955910","url":"https:\/\/sommselect.com\/products\/the-explore-4-august-2026","provider":"SommSelect","version":"1.0","type":"link"}