Pete.G,
I don't know much about the Wine Society, however, I have been using Laithwaites for about the last 10 years and find them to be very, very good both in service and the selection of wines. You can drink your way around the world at very reasonable prices.
They also trade as The Sunday Times Wine Club and ( the one I use for Airmiles ) British Airways.
Have a look on the net, they also send out a monthly magazine which usually has some good offers.
Happy drinking!!
Reg
