Website Terms & Conditions

1. Use of the website

This website is provided for general information about the International Wine Challenge, its competitions, judging and results.

You agree to use the website only for lawful purposes and in a way that does not infringe the rights of others or restrict their use of the site.

2. Intellectual property

All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, photographs and design, is the property of IWC Events Ltd or its licensors, unless otherwise stated.

The International Wine Challenge name, logo and medal designs are protected intellectual property.

No content from this website may be reproduced, distributed or used for commercial purposes without prior written permission.

3. Use of International Wine Challenge medals and logos

The International Wine Challenge name, logo and medal designs are protected intellectual property owned by IWC Events Ltd.

Medals and related branding may only be used by producers or rights holders in connection with wines that have officially received that award in the relevant competition year.

Use of IWC medals, logos or references to awards must:

● accurately represent the award received

● refer only to the specific wine and vintage awarded

● not imply endorsement of other products

● follow any official artwork or brand guidelines provided by IWC

Producers must not display medals or references to awards on wines that did not receive the award or on different vintages unless explicitly authorised.

Unauthorised use of International Wine Challenge branding, including reproduction of medal artwork or misleading references to awards, may result in the removal of promotional rights and further action where appropriate.

For enquiries regarding the use of International Wine Challenge branding or medals, please contact IWC Events Ltd.

4. Use of competition results

Competition results published on this website are provided for informational purposes and remain the property of IWC Events Ltd.

Results may be referenced by producers, retailers and media provided that the information is accurate and clearly attributed to the International Wine Challenge.

Results must not be reproduced, altered or presented in a misleading manner that could imply awards or endorsements that have not been granted.

5. Misrepresentation of awards

No producer, retailer or third party may claim or imply that a wine has received an International Wine Challenge awardunless that specific wine and vintage has officially received the award.

Any misleading or inaccurate use of award references, including use on different vintages or products that were not awarded, may result in the withdrawal of promotional rights and further action where appropriate.

6. Accuracy of information

While we aim to ensure the information on this website is accurate and up to date, we do not guarantee that all information is complete or error-free.

Competition results, judging information and other materials are published for general information only.

7. External links

This website may contain links to external websites. These links are provided for convenience only and we do not control or accept responsibility for the content or privacy practices of third-party sites.

8. Limitation of liability

IWC Events Ltd will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from the use of this website or reliance on its content, except where required by law.

9. Changes to the website

We may update or modify the website and these terms at any time without notice.

10. Governing law

These Terms & Conditions are governed by the laws of England and Wales, and any disputes will be subject to the jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.