Members' Questions - Answered
How much should I budget?
The typical case price of wines included in the FT Fine Wine Plan will be
£200-£400. The minimum subscription will therefore permit the accumulation of
3-6 cases per year. Some members kick-start their cellar with a lump sum payment
of £1,000-£5,000. There is no maximum or limit on your monthly contribution.
How are wines selected?
Every three months, a varied selection of new fine wines will be added to the FT
Fine Wine Plan range. Members can select and purchase their preferred wines
according to the funds accrued in their account.
What about wines for drinking now?
A selection of mature wines for current delivery and drinking is always
available within the FT Fine Wine Plan range of wines.
Can wines be included from outside the FT Fine Wine Plan?
Yes. Our partnership with Lay & Wheeler guarantees one of the country's best
ranges of fine wines. Members can select any Lay & Wheeler wine for inclusion
within their cellar, or for delivery (although these wines do not earn wine
credit). You can therefore manage all of your wine buying through the FT Fine
Wine Plan, if you wish.
Which wines earn 'wine credit'?
A rebate equivalent to 3% of the invoiced wine value of FT Fine Wine Plan wines,
whether delivered or cellared, is applied to the Fine Wine Plan account every
quarter (excluding en primeur purchases, delivery, cellarage or separate duty
charges).
How do I know how much I can spend?
Upon enrolment you will receive an activation key to give you on-line visibility
of your cellared wines, and your account status. The FT Fine Wine Plan allows
you to buy wines to the value of accrued credit plus three times the monthly
subscription. Purchases beyond this limit must be covered by separate payment.
Can I leave the selection to you?
Yes, with pleasure. Simply tick the relevant box on the Application Form and we
will apply the full available credit to a varied selection of wines from the FT
Fine Wine Plan. You can then sit back and watch your wine collection grow
without lifting another finger.
I live overseas - is the FT Fine Wine Plan for me?
Absolutely. Your wines will receive expert storage and care in one of the UK’s
leading wine bonded warehouses. International deliveries are subject to an
additional charge that will vary according to destination. Members outside of
the United Kingdom are required to contact LW to request a delivery quotation
and time estimate. Lay & Wheeler uses a leading UK export service and our
favourable rates are passed on directly to Members.
Click here for more information about our international shipping.
Once I have enrolled and set up a standing order what more must I do?
Simply enjoy the prospect of a growing collection of fine wine. You will receive
details of the next selection of FT Fine Wine Plan wines in a matter of weeks,
and then the real fun begins! But before then, two cases of fine wine will be
added to your Reserve Cellar at no cost to you. You will be able to view these
wines by registering on the
www.ft.com/wineplan.
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