HELP / FAQs

Why do I require a credit card, and why is there an authorisation charge to my card?
Our bank requires a real transaction in order to store your card (securely in their system, not ours) for future billing. We require a valid credit card on file for you to participate in the auctions. Bidvino does NOT store full credit card information, or CVV numbers. During a Buy Now (retail) checkout you have the option to use a different payment method.

Do I need to be in Hong Kong to have an account?
No. Bidvino.com operates globally. Our Auction items are available to ship globally (except China), but our Buy Now items are only available to ship to Hong Kong or Macau addresses. All prices and transactions are in Hong Kong Dollars.

How do I narrow my search results?
The left column provides a variety of options to narrow your choices and find the wine and vintage right for you. If you have any queries or requests please feel free to drop us a message and one of our experts will be on hand to offer suggestions.

What is the shipping cost for Auction items I win?
Hong Kong addresses: Auction items ship free (when you request 6 or more bottles to be shipped from your "Private Warehouse"). If you want a shipment of less than 6 bottles there is a flat charge of HKD$50.

Macau addresses: A flat charge of $60 per box (loose bottles are packed in Bidvino boxes of 6 bottle capacity).

International addresses where FedEx ship wine: You will be charged Fedex actual cost of shipping to you. (or we are happy to discuss alternate shipping options if you prefer)

International addresses where FedEx don't ship wine: You will need organize your own shipper, and we can help recommend if required.

What is the Bidvino Buyers Premium?
The Buyers Premium is 15% on the hammer price (for Auction items). This premium includes carrier insurance.

What is the shipping cost for Buy Now items?
Hong Kong addresses: Free for orders totalling HKD$1000 or more. If order is less than $1000, then a $100 shipping fee applies.

Macau addresses: A flat charge of $60 per box (loose bottles are packed in Bidvino boxes of 6 bottle capacity).

How do I order a gift card?
On our gift card page, you can order a gift card of any value from $50 HKD and above. We will send an e-card to the recipient to be redeemed for the purchase of any wine on our website, including auction items.

Any tips on looking for a wine?
Our knowledgeable staff are on hand both by message through website and on email to answer any questions you have.

How do I track my favourite wines?
Within the item page, all our auction items have options to track for the week of sale. You will get email notifications when there's bidding action.

How do I bid for a wine?
On the item page, there's an input for your maximum bid and a Bid button on both the browse page and individual wine page. Price your maximum bid carefully as all bids are non-retractable.

How do I use the Buy Now section?
Just as you would shop in a supermarket, just browse through our fantastic portfolio of retail wines and click the add to shopping cart button as you go along! Remember, the Buy Now items can only be delivered to Hong Kong and Macau addresses.

When will I receive my Buy Now order?
For wines from our Buy Now catalog, if orders are placed by 3 PM HKT, we will ship next day for all in-stock items for Hong Kong* addresses. For orders received by 3pm Thursday, we will deliver on Saturday/Monday for Macau addresses. While preparing your order, you can specify further delivery requirements. *For Central/Soho we have daily delivery. For other parts of HK we work on this schedule;
Hong Kong Island: Monday/Wednesday/Friday/Saturday
Central/Soho Area: Daily
Kowloon: Tuesday/Thursday/Saturday
New Territories: Tuesday/Thursday/Saturday
Tsim Sha Tsui: Daily
Discovery Bay/Airport: Tuesday/Friday