Responsible Sale of Alcohol Policy

Our Commitment

Barrell & Vine is committed to the responsible sale and supply of alcohol in accordance with the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012 and all applicable New Zealand laws and regulations.

We support the safe and responsible enjoyment of alcohol and are committed to ensuring that alcohol products are sold, supplied and delivered responsibly.

Please enjoy alcohol responsibly.

Alcohol Licence Information

Barrell & Vine operates in accordance with the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012. Our current alcohol licence details, including licence number, licence holder information and licence expiry date, can be viewed here:

Alcohol Licence Information

Licensed Sale of Alcohol

Barrell & Vine operates as an online marketplace for wines, craft beers, spirits, ciders, RTDs and other alcoholic beverages.

Products available through Barrell & Vine may be supplied and fulfilled by licensed wineries, breweries, distilleries, cider producers and beverage suppliers throughout New Zealand. All alcohol sales conducted through the Barrell & Vine marketplace are subject to applicable New Zealand alcohol licensing requirements.

Legal Drinking Age

It is illegal for persons under the age of 18 years to purchase alcohol in New Zealand.

By placing an order through the Barrell & Vine website, you confirm that:

• You are at least 18 years of age.
• You are legally entitled to purchase alcohol in New Zealand.
• Any recipient of alcohol purchased is also at least 18 years of age and legally entitled to receive alcohol.

Barrell & Vine does not knowingly sell or supply alcohol to minors.

Age Verification

Barrell & Vine takes reasonable steps to verify the age of purchasers and recipients of alcohol products.

Customers may be required to confirm that they are over 18 years of age when entering the website and again during the checkout process. We reserve the right to request proof of age and identity at any stage of the ordering, payment, collection or delivery process.

Acceptable forms of identification may include:

• New Zealand Driver Licence
• New Zealand or Overseas Passport
• Kiwi Access Card
• Hospitality New Zealand 18+ Card

Failure to provide satisfactory identification may result in the cancellation of an order or refusal of delivery.

Delivery of Alcohol

Alcohol products may only be delivered in accordance with New Zealand law.

Our delivery partners and suppliers reserve the right to request identification before releasing alcohol products.

Alcohol deliveries may be refused where:

• The recipient appears to be under 18 years of age.
• Suitable identification cannot be produced.
• The recipient appears intoxicated.
• The delivery would otherwise breach New Zealand law.
• The delivery driver has reasonable grounds to refuse delivery.

Where delivery is refused, additional delivery charges may apply.

Supply to Minors

Barrell & Vine will not knowingly sell or supply alcohol to persons under the age of 18 years.

We will not knowingly facilitate the purchase of alcohol where there are reasonable grounds to believe that alcohol is being purchased on behalf of a minor. Any attempt to purchase alcohol on behalf of a minor may result in cancellation of the order and refusal of future service.

Intoxicated Persons

Alcohol will not be supplied to any person who appears intoxicated.

Where a delivery driver, supplier or fulfilment partner reasonably believes that a recipient is intoxicated, delivery may be refused.

Barrell & Vine supports responsible consumption and complies with all applicable laws relating to the sale and supply of alcohol.

Responsible Marketing and Promotions

Barrell & Vine is committed to promoting alcohol responsibly.

We will not:

• Encourage excessive or irresponsible consumption of alcohol.
• Market alcohol in a manner that has special appeal to minors.
• Promote alcohol as being essential to social, professional or personal success.
• Conduct promotions that breach New Zealand alcohol legislation.
• Publish advertising that encourages rapid or excessive consumption.

All marketing, promotions and advertising activities will be conducted in accordance with the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012 and applicable industry standards.

Supplier and Delivery Partner Responsibilities

Barrell & Vine expects all suppliers, fulfilment partners, employees, contractors and delivery providers involved in the sale and supply of alcohol to:

• Comply with applicable alcohol laws and regulations.
• Follow age verification procedures.
• Support responsible alcohol consumption.
• Refuse sales or deliveries where legally required.
• Conduct themselves professionally when dealing with customers.

Marketplace Orders

As Barrell & Vine operates a marketplace model, products may be supplied by different producers and dispatched from multiple locations.

Customers acknowledge that:

• Orders may arrive in separate shipments.
• Different suppliers may fulfil different products.
• Age verification requirements apply to all alcohol deliveries.

Regardless of the supplier involved, Barrell & Vine remains committed to ensuring alcohol is sold and supplied responsibly.

Compliance with New Zealand Law

Barrell & Vine is committed to complying with:

• Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012
• Fair Trading Act 1986
• Consumer Guarantees Act 1993
• Privacy Act 2020
• Any applicable local alcohol licensing requirements

We regularly review our policies and procedures to ensure ongoing compliance.

Questions or Concerns

If you have any questions regarding this Responsible Sale of Alcohol Policy, please contact us:

Barrell & Vine
Email: enquiry@barrellandvine.co.nz

Please Drink Responsibly

Alcohol should be enjoyed responsibly and only by persons aged 18 years and over.