Terms of Service

Introduction

Welcome to Wine Geek Confessions (confessionsofawinegeek.co.uk). By accessing or using this website, you accept and agree to be bound by the following Terms of Service. These terms apply to all visitors, readers, and users of the site. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use this website.

Use of the Website

You may access and read the content published on Wine Geek Confessions for personal, non-commercial purposes only. You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable licence to view and consume the informational content provided on this site. No part of this website may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form without the prior written permission of the owner.

Intellectual Property Rights

All content on this website, including articles, reviews, photographs, wine recommendations, and original text, is the exclusive property of Owen Blackwood and protected under UK and international copyright laws. You may not copy, modify, publish, or create derivative works from any content without explicit written consent. The Wine Geek Confessions logo and site design are trademarks of Owen Blackwood and may not be used without permission.

User Responsibilities

As a user of this website, you are responsible for your own conduct while interacting with the content. You must not attempt to interfere with the website’s operation, including automated scraping, data mining, or bot activity. You must not misrepresent your identity or intent when accessing the site. You are expected to use the site in a respectful and lawful manner.

Prohibited Activities

You agree not to:

  • Use automated tools to extract content or data from this website
  • Attempt to gain unauthorised access to any part of the site
  • Use the website for any illegal, fraudulent, or malicious purpose
  • Impersonate any person or entity, including the owner or contributors
  • Transmit any content that is defamatory, offensive, or infringes upon third-party rights

Content and Accuracy

The information provided on Wine Geek Confessions is for entertainment and educational purposes only. While every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of wine reviews, tasting notes, and pairing suggestions, the content is based on personal opinions, experiences, and current market availability. Wines vary by vintage, region, and batch, and results may differ. The owner makes no warranties regarding the completeness, reliability, or suitability of the information for commercial or professional use.

External Links

This website may contain links to third-party websites, including wine retailers, blogs, and industry resources. These links are provided for convenience only. Wine Geek Confessions does not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any external sites. You access third-party websites at your own risk.

Limitation of Liability

In no event shall Owen Blackwood, Wine Geek Confessions, or its affiliates be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of, or inability to use, this website. This includes, but is not limited to, loss of data, lost profits, or any harm caused by reliance on the information presented. You agree that your use of this site is entirely at your own risk.

Disclaimers and Warranties

THE WEBSITE AND ITS CONTENT ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. THE OWNER DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. NO ADVICE OR INFORMATION, WHETHER ORAL OR WRITTEN, OBTAINED FROM THIS SITE SHALL CREATE ANY WARRANTY NOT EXPRESSLY STATED HEREIN.

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms of Service are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising from the use of this website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

Changes to Terms

Wine Geek Confessions reserves the right to update or modify these Terms of Service at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the website after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms. It is your responsibility to review these terms periodically.

Contact Information

If you have any questions regarding these Terms of Service, please contact the owner at:

Owen Blackwood
i>159 Wilson St, Newtown, NSW 2042, Australia
Email: [email protected]