TraceableSourcing history recorded from release through to your account.
Professionally storedKept in bonded storage rather than private cellars.
Condition checkedCondition reports available from Wine Tunnels at £15 per case.
How we protect provenance
- 01Sourced carefullyWe buy from producers, négociants and established merchants.
- 02Checked on arrivalCases are received and checked when they arrive at Wine Tunnels.
- 03Recorded in your accountDocuments, photos and condition notes are kept against each case.
- 04Passed on when you sellA complete history helps your wine achieve the best price.
What we record
Each case in your account carries the following details.
- Where and when the wine was bought
- Arrival date and location in bond
- Case condition, e.g. original wooden case, unopened
- LWIN code, the industry reference for each wine
LWIN is the Liv-ex Wine Identification Number used across the fine wine trade.
Terms you will see
- OWC
- Original wooden case, as released
- OC
- Original carton
- IB
- In bond: duty and VAT not yet paid
- DP
- Duty paid
Used on product pages and in your account.
Common questions
Why does provenance matter?
Buyers pay more for wine with a clear, professional storage history, because its condition can be trusted.