Frequently Asked Questions
Got questions? We've got answers.
We've made shopping for your favourite wines as smooth as a perfect pour. Below are answers to common questions about how to browse, order, pay, and receive your wineâso you can shop with confidence and ease.
1. Do I have to be a member of Wine-of-the-Month Club to place an order?
No, you do not have to be a member of the Club to purchase wine or any of the other products that we sell.
2. How do I place an order online?
Shopping online is simple. Just follow these steps:
1. Create an account by clicking on create an account
2. Shop your favourite goodies
3. Proceed to check outâšâš
Note:Â SAA Voyager Miles can be redeemed online only. Just include your Voyager number and 4 digit pin at step 5 of checkout. There is a minimum spend of 3000 Voyager Miles for redemption.
3. How do I join a Club online?
To join one of our many Clubs online, follow these steps:
- Create an account by clicking on create an account
- Select your Club
- Proceed to check out
If you would prefer to chat to a Wine Advisor, please get in touch with us by clicking on contact us and completing the form on the page. A Wine Advisor will call you back.
4. How does the Club work?
Since 1986, our panel of 12 judges taste wines blind on a weekly basis. Only the very best scoring wines are purchased and make it into our Club selections. We automatically send you 6 or 12 bottles of wine, depending on the frequency you choose.
With us focusing on whatâs in the glass, you can confidently serve quality wine to your guests without the risk of having to try lots of ordinary wines at great expense. And we deliver direct to your door.
5. What is the difference between the different Wine Clubs?
The Platinum Club: Top scoring well-known brands selected regardless of price.
The Reserve Club: Winning wine selected regardless of price.
Wine-of-the-Month Club: High-scoring wine where price is also a consideration.
Best Value Club: High-scoring, good value for money wine.
6. What other Clubs can I join?
We have a host of different Clubs that will appeal to everyone. If you love Coffee, Brandy, Whiskey, Champagne or MCC, we have a Club for you to join. Simply call us on 021 492 4092, email us or get in touch with us via the live chat on the website for more information about each one.
7. What are my payment options?
You may use any one of the following payment methods:
- Credit Card
- EFT
- SnapScan
- GooglePay
- ApplePay
- SAA Voyager Miles
- UCount Rewards
- HappyPay
- Payflex
8. Can I make part payments when purchasing product online?
The option to make part payments applies to Credit Cards and Buy Now, Pay Later.
The option to part-pay using UCount rewards or SAA Voyager Miles points together with a credit or cheque card is not available for online purchases at Wine-of-the-Month Club. If you want to redeem your reward points online, you will need to have enough rewards points available to cover the total purchase price of your item/s.
9. How can I view my UCount rewards point balance?
To view your UCount rewards point balance you can use any of the below options:
- Log onto your UCount Rewards profile on the UCount Rewards website
- Go to the Standard Bank mobile banking app
- Call the UCount Rewards Contact Centre on 0860 UCOUNT (826868); or
- SMS âBALANCEâ to 45224 if you are a UCount Rewards Retail member or SMS âBALANCEâ to 32700 if you are a UCount Rewards for Business member. SMSes costs R1.
10. Can I make payment when the product is delivered using cash?
No, Cash on Delivery is not an option. You are welcome to purchase from our warehouse in Muizenberg, Cape Town and pay cash at the time of purchase.
11. Can I make payment using EFT as an option?
Yes you can. Please remember that when you make payment using the EFT option there will be a waiting period of +/- 2 working days before your payment is cleared by the bank and your order is processed.
If payment isn't made within 5 working days, your order will be cancelled, and you will have to place a new order.
12. Will I be charged a membership fee if I join a Club?
You will enjoy 6 months free membership, thereafter membership fees will be debited annually. The price of the membership depends on the Club you have joined.
There is no membership fee for ad-hoc purchases i.e. any purchase that does not form part of a Club.
13. What are the delivery options?
We have different options for you to choose from:
- Online Standard Delivery - R99
- Express Delivery
- Overnight Delivery
- Free Delivery for orders over R2000
14. What happens if something is missing or broken when my package arrives?
Donât worry. You are covered. An insurance equal to 1.8% of the value of your purchase will be debited from your card and your product is automatically insured against breakage and theft. We will do our best to arrange a replacement immediately at no additional cost to you.
15. Why do you charge a delivery fee?
Due to the nature of the product, we make use of independent couriers to ensure that the products reach you as they should.
16. How do I get free delivery online?
If your online order comes to R2000.00 or more, weâll deliver free anywhere in South Africa.
17. Do you deliver outside of South Africa?
Yes, we can ship to Namibia, Botswana, Swaziland and Lesotho. When shipping to these countries, your order will arrive within 7-14 working days based on your location and selected shipping speed. The delivery fee is R250.00 and this excludes VAT and Duties.
18. Do you deliver overseas?
Yes, we can deliver outside of South Africa, however we will need to find out what you want to send and quote you for the international shipping first. For more information about shipping rates, please email us or get in touch with us via the contact form.
19. How do I track my order?
When your package is dispatched from the warehouse weâll send you an email with your tracking details. Your order will arrive within 5-8 working days from date of dispatch. Please get in touch with us if you have not received the delivery - email us or get in touch with us via the contact form.
20. When is the next pack due?
That will depend on your Club frequency. Simply email us or get in touch with us via the contact form on the website. We will gladly assist you.
21. Will I have to sign for my package?
If youâre not able to receive your package personally, it is possible for someone else to sign for it on your behalf. Please note that it is very important that you notify us of the new recipientâs details (name and address). For change of detail, email us or get in touch with us via the contact form.
22. What is Wine-of-the-Month Club's quality guarantee policy?
We guarantee a full refund on all products purchased, no questions asked. We will collect the remainder of any pack and refund you in full for the product if you are unhappy with the quality, the service or any aspect of your Wine-of-the-Month Club membership. For returns, email us or get in touch with us via the contact form. Should you make a purchase redeeming rewards, your account will be credited according to Wine-of-the-Month Clubâs return policy.
23. My account has been debited but I have not received my order yet. When will it arrive?
In this instance, please get in touch with us so that we can look into this matter for you. Simply email us or get in touch with us via the contact form.
24. How long does it take for me to receive a refund?
If you request a refund after your account has been credited for a return, we will process your request instantly. For bank deposit refunds, it may take 2-3 business days for the funds to reflect in your account. For credit card refunds, it depends on your bankâs payment processing times, and payments could take 5-7 business days to reflect in your account.
*Please note that we only refund to the payment method that you originally used.
25. How do I cancel my Club membership?
Your membership will automatically renew each year but you may cancel anytime so it's commitment free! Simply call us on 021 492 4092, email us or get in touch with us via the contact form.
26. I have changed my mind, can I cancel my order?
Yes you can but let us know urgently. Once you have received a notification that the product is being shipped for delivery and you wish to return the product, we will refund or credit your account in full excluding the delivery charges. To cancel, email us or get in touch with us via the contact form.
27. How do I change my Club Membership details and my Online Profile details?
You can manage your Club Membership details via the Subscription Dashboard and your Online Profile Details via the Profile page.
28. How do I get in touch with Wine-of-the-Month Club?
- Call us on 021 492 4100
- Email:Â cheers@wineofthemonth.co.za
- Get in touch with us via the whatsapp button on the website.
- Get in touch with us via the Contact Form.