Don't be a victim of fraud
Fine wines can make a good, relatively low risk long-term investment. However as with all types of business, there are rogue wine traders who are intent on conning people out of their money. Whether you are a wine enthusiast starting your own fine wine collection or someone looking to build up an investment portfolio, this guide provides some tips on how to protect yourself from becoming a victim of wine fraud
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What to do if you have concerns
We advise you to take precautions before you invest in fine wines but if you have concerns about your investment after purchasing you should make some basic checks....
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About us
This website is published and maintained by the Wine and Spirit Trade Association (WSTA). Its contents were drafted in consultation with a number of reputable UK wine merchants, retailers, brokers and law enforcement agencies. It is aimed at consumers who are considering investing in fine wines. It provides tips on how to protect yourself against becoming the victim of fraud.
The WSTA works with the Metropolitan Police as part of Operation Sterling and operates a Fraud Prevention Unit.