Terms of service

OVERVIEW

The terms “we”, “us” and “our” refer to Augusta Wine. Augusta Wine operates this store and website, including all related information, content, features, tools, products and services in order to provide you, the customer, with a curated shopping experience (the “Services”). Augusta Wine is powered by Shopify, which enables us to provide the Services to you. The below terms and conditions, together with any policies referenced herein (these “Terms of Service” or “Terms”) describe your rights and responsibilities when you use the Services. Please read these Terms of Service carefully, as they include important information about your legal rights and cover areas such as warranty disclaimers and limitations of liability. By visiting, interacting with or using our Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy [LINK]. If you do not agree to these Terms of Service or Privacy Policy, you should not use or access our Services.

SECTION 1 – ACCESS, ELIGIBILITY & ACCOUNT

You must be at least 18 years old to purchase alcohol from this website. By using our Services or placing an order, you confirm that you meet this legal requirement under UK law.

To use certain Services, you may be asked to provide information such as your email address, billing, payment, and shipping details. You represent that all information provided is accurate, complete, and current.

You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities conducted under your account. Accounts may not be transferred, sold, or assigned.

SECTION 2 – OUR PRODUCTS

We make every reasonable effort to display our products accurately. However, colours, labels, or packaging may appear differently depending on your device and settings.

All product descriptions are provided for general information only and may change without notice. Vintage variation is a natural characteristic of wine and does not constitute a fault.

We reserve the right to limit quantities, discontinue products, or restrict sales by geographic area where required by law.

SECTION 3 – ORDERS

Placing an order constitutes an offer to purchase. Orders are only accepted once payment is processed and confirmation is issued.

We reserve the right to refuse or cancel any order at our discretion, including where age verification fails, payment cannot be authorised, or regulatory requirements are not met.

Orders are sold for personal or household consumption only and must not be resold or exported.

Returns and refunds are governed solely by our Refund Policy.

SECTION 4 – PRICES & PAYMENT

Prices are subject to change without notice. The price charged is the price shown at the time your order is placed.

Prices include UK alcohol duty and VAT unless otherwise stated. Shipping costs are shown at checkout.

You confirm that you are authorised to use the payment method provided and that all payment details are accurate.

SECTION 5 – SHIPPING & DELIVERY

Delivery times are estimates only and not guaranteed.

Alcohol deliveries require age verification on delivery. If delivery is refused due to inability to verify age, the order may be returned and additional charges may apply.

Risk of loss passes to you upon delivery.

SECTION 6 – FAULTY WINES

A wine is considered faulty if affected by issues such as cork taint, oxidation, or other defects that make it unfit for consumption.

Cosmetic issues, including minor label damage or packaging marks, are not considered faults.

Where a wine is confirmed as faulty, we will offer a replacement, refund, or store credit in accordance with UK consumer law. We may request the bottle be retained for inspection.

SECTION 7 – ALCOHOL SALES & LICENSING (UK)

Augusta Wine sells alcohol in compliance with the Licensing Act 2003 and all applicable UK alcohol regulations.

Where applicable, business-to-business alcohol sales comply with the Alcohol Wholesaler Registration Scheme (AWRS) administered by HMRC.

Sales via this website are available for delivery within the United Kingdom only, unless otherwise agreed in writing.

SECTION 8 – INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

All content on this website, including trademarks, images, text, logos, and designs, is owned by or licensed to Maria Faretra and is protected by UK and international intellectual property laws.

You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, or exploit any content without prior written permission.

SECTION 9 – OPTIONAL TOOLS

We may provide access to third-party tools “as is” without warranties or endorsements. Use of such tools is at your own risk.

SECTION 10 – THIRD-PARTY LINKS

We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of third-party websites linked from our Services.

SECTION 11 – RELATIONSHIP WITH SHOPIFY

Maria Faretra is powered by Shopify. All purchases are made directly with Augusta Wine, not Shopify. Shopify bears no responsibility for transactions made through this website.

SECTION 12 – PRIVACY

All personal data is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy [LINK] and applicable UK data protection laws.

SECTION 13 – FEEDBACK

Any feedback you submit may be used by us for any purpose without compensation, subject to applicable law.

SECTION 14 – ERRORS & OMISSIONS

We reserve the right to correct errors or inaccuracies and to cancel orders arising from incorrect information.

SECTION 15 – PROHIBITED USE

You may not use the Services for unlawful purposes, including violation of alcohol laws, misuse of intellectual property, or fraudulent activity.

SECTION 16 – TERMINATION

We may terminate access to the Services at any time for breach of these Terms.

SECTION 17 – DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES

Products and Services are provided “as is” except where statutory consumer rights apply.

SECTION 18 – LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

Nothing in these Terms limits liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence, fraud, or any liability that cannot be excluded under UK law.

SECTION 19 – INDEMNIFICATION

You agree to indemnify Augusta Wine against claims arising from your breach of these Terms or misuse of the Services.

SECTION 20 – SEVERABILITY

If any provision is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in effect.

SECTION 21 – GOVERNING LAW

These Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales, and the courts of England and Wales have exclusive jurisdiction.

SECTION 22 – CHANGES TO TERMS

We may update these Terms at any time. Continued use of the Services constitutes acceptance of changes.