The quickest way for the police community to save at 8Wines is to use the current offers shown on this page, which we check daily, and then add your code at checkout. 8Wines is an online wine shop for adults aged 18 and over, with a large range of premium, rare and everyday bottles delivered to UK addresses.
It suits anyone who wants something a bit better than the supermarket shelf without paying a specialist merchant’s mark-up. Here’s how it works, what to look for and who it is right for.
What is 8Wines?
8Wines is a European online wine retailer that started out sourcing bottles for family and friends and grew into an international business. The range runs to thousands of wines, with reds making up the biggest share, followed by whites, sparkling, rosé, orange and sweet wines. France, Italy, the United States and Spain have the deepest selections.
The shop is proud of its premium American and New World wines, including Napa Valley Cabernets, and of bottles that are hard to track down in the UK. It also stocks organic, kosher and boutique wines, collectible bottles, mixed and tasting cases, and extra virgin olive oil. There is a wine club and gift cards too. Its UK store prices in pounds and is reviewed by buyers through Trusted Shops, which also offers optional purchase protection at checkout.
How the Police Community Can Save at 8Wines
The offers on this page are the current ways to save at 8Wines. They come straight from our offers feed and update automatically, so what you see is what is live today. Anyone can use them, but most people never hear about them, which is why we bring them together for officers, PCSOs, specials, staff, retired officers and their families.
8Wines also has a few savings of its own on the site. There is a rewards points scheme, where points from your orders can come off a later purchase, and an on-sale filter that shows reduced bottles across the range. Buying a mixed or tasting case usually works out better value than picking single bottles one at a time.
One more thing that saves money in practice: 8Wines collects VAT and UK wine duty when you pay. You shouldn’t get a surprise customs bill on the doorstep, which has caught out plenty of people ordering wine from European sellers since Brexit.
How to Claim
- Look at the offers shown on this page and pick the one that suits your order.
- If the offer has a code, copy it. If not, the link takes you straight to the deal.
- Follow the link to 8Wines and choose your wines or a mixed case.
- At checkout, enter the code in the discount codes box and check it has applied before you pay.
- Enter your postcode to see the delivery options and estimate, then complete your order.
What to Buy at 8Wines
Hard-to-find and New World bottles
This is where 8Wines stands out. If you’ve had a Californian Cabernet or an unusual Israeli Syrah on holiday and never seen it again in the UK, there is a fair chance it’s here. The filter for wines rated 92 points and above is a quick way to narrow thousands of bottles down to a shortlist.
Mixed and tasting cases
Cases take the guesswork out of buying online. A tasting case is a good way to try a region or grape before committing to a full box of one wine, and it makes a sensible gift for a leaving do, a retirement or a milestone birthday.
Collectible wines
For anyone building a small cellar, the collectible section covers bottles meant to be kept for years. Check the vintage notes carefully and think about where you’ll store them before you buy.
Delivery and Returns
Orders go out by UPS, with insured dispatch and a choice of standard or express service at checkout. The site gives an average UK delivery time of around three days. Someone needs to be in to take a parcel of wine, so if you work earlies, lates or nights, pick a delivery address and day that fits your rota.
If a bottle arrives damaged, contact 8Wines within ten days of delivery with photos of the box, the transport label and the damaged bottle. You can also cancel within 14 days of receipt without giving a reason, though you’d pay the return postage in that case. Your statutory rights still apply.
Who 8Wines Suits
8Wines suits people who enjoy wine and want more choice than a high street shop can give, especially if they like New World reds, rare bottles or fine wine to keep. It’s also handy for planning a gift or stocking up for a family celebration well ahead of time.
It won’t suit everyone. If you want a bottle for tonight, a local shop is quicker. Some reviewers have reported mixed experiences with UPS handovers in the UK, so it’s better for orders you can plan around being home. And if you only drink the odd glass, a large case may sit unopened for months. As with any alcohol, it is for over 18s only, and it’s worth keeping track of how much you drink.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does 8Wines do a police discount?
The offers on this page are the current ways to save at 8Wines. We check them daily, so you don’t have to hunt for them. Open the offer you want, follow the link to 8Wines and add any code at checkout before you pay. Officers, staff and families can all use them.
Are these offers only for police?
No, anyone can use them, but most people never hear about them. We bring them to the police community so officers, PCSOs, specials, staff, retired officers and their families can find them in one place. There is no ID or proof needed to use the offers shown on this page.
Will I pay customs charges on wine from 8Wines?
8Wines says it collects VAT and UK wine duty at the time of purchase, so you shouldn’t have anything extra to pay when the parcel arrives. Delivery costs are shown at checkout once you enter your postcode, and you can choose between standard and express UPS delivery.
How long does 8Wines take to deliver in the UK?
The 8Wines shipping page gives an average of around three days for UK delivery, with orders dispatched by UPS after payment is confirmed. Express delivery is available at checkout. Someone aged 18 or over should be available to take the parcel, so pick a day that fits your shifts.
What happens if a bottle arrives broken?
Contact 8Wines within ten days of delivery. Send a description and photos of the original box with its transport label and the damaged bottle. Damaged or defective wines can be refunded or exchanged where stock allows, and refunds for these are processed once 8Wines has checked the returned item.
Can I return wine I’ve changed my mind about?
Yes. You can cancel within 14 days of receiving your order without giving a reason. You pay the return postage and the wine should come back in its original condition. 8Wines refunds the order, minus delivery costs, to your original payment method, and may wait until the goods are back first.
Who can buy from 8Wines?
8Wines only sells alcohol to adults aged 18 and over, and it states that selling to anyone under 18 is not permitted. Anyone in policing who is 18 or over can use the offers on this page, along with family members who meet the same age rule.
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Enjoy your wine, and drink responsibly.
