1. Membership Overview
To become a Donatus Wine Club Member, there is no sign – up fee.
Members are contractually committed to purchasing two Wine Club shipments per year, typically in the months of May and November. A single shipment can be skipped, but consecutive skips are not allowed.
Once registered, your details will be stored on our system, allowing you to benefit from membership privileges and discounts for the duration of your membership.
2. Membership Benefits
As a Donatus Wine Club member, you will enjoy:
3. Membership Requirements
4. Packages & Wine Selection
Wine Club shipments take place during May and November each year
Packages may include unique vintages, limited releases, and exclusive member wines
These packages are not compulsory, and members may:
Customise their own wine selection, or
Select an alternative package option
Members may choose between:
5. Communication
Members will receive email notifications prior to payment processing
These communications allow sufficient time to:
Members are responsible for ensuring their contact details are accurate and up to date
6. Payments
Payments will be processed using the card provided at the time of sign-up, unless otherwise arranged
By becoming a member, you authorise Dornier Wines to process payments for confirmed or scheduled shipments
Automatic payments are only processed during May and November package periods
7. Pricing & Adjustments
If a higher-value package is selected, the difference will be payable
If a lower-value package is selected, the remaining balance will be credited or refunded upon request
8. Refunds & Credits
Refunds will be processed to the original payment method used
Any available credit may be used toward future purchases or refunded upon request
9. Delivery & Collection
Delivery or collection details will be communicated at the time of order
Free delivery applies within South Africa (excluding outlying areas) for orders of 12 bottles or more
Dornier Wines may hold orders for later collection or arrange alternative delivery where possible
10. Cancellations
Members may opt out of a shipment provided this is done before the payment processing date
Membership cancellation must be submitted in writing after completion of the required one-year term
Requests received after processing may not be eligible for cancellation or refund
12. Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA)
Dornier Wines is committed to protecting your personal information in accordance with POPIA.
Personal data will only be used for membership administration, communication, and order processing
Information will not be shared with third parties without consent unless required by law
13. Liability
Dornier Wines will not be held liable for:
14. Amendments
Dornier Wines reserves the right to update these Terms & Conditions at any time. Members will be notified of any significant changes.
Please feel free to contact the Wine Lounge for any queries or assistance with regards to your membership.
Thank you for joining Dornier’s Donatus Wine Club—we look forward to sharing our wines with you.