Last Updated: March 20, 2025

Welcome to August Hill Winery! By accessing or using our website, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following Terms & Conditions. Please read them carefully. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our website.


1. General Use
This website is provided for informational and purchasing purposes related to August Hill Winery and Illinois Sparkling Co. By using this site, you confirm that you are at least 21 years old or of legal drinking age in your jurisdiction.

2. Purchases & Payment
All wine sales are subject to applicable state and federal laws. You agree that any order placed through our website is for personal consumption only and not for resale. We reserve the right to refuse or cancel any order at our discretion.

3. Shipping & Delivery
We comply with all state shipping regulations. By placing an order, you confirm that the recipient is of legal drinking age and will provide valid identification upon delivery. Shipping policies, rates, and availability may change without notice.

4. Returns & Refunds
All sales are final. However, if you receive a damaged or defective product, please contact us within 7 days of delivery for assistance.

5. Wine Club Membership
By joining our Wine Club, you agree to periodic charges and shipments according to the club’s terms. Membership cancellations must be made in accordance with our cancellation policy, which can be found on our Wine Club page.

6. Website Content
All content, including images, logos, and text, is the property of August Hill Winery and may not be used without written permission. We reserve the right to modify content at any time.

7. Privacy Policy
Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

8. SMS Texting
By opting in to receive text messages from August Hill Winery, you agree to the following terms:

  • Sharing: Under no circumstances will August Hill Winery sell or share your name, mobile telephone number, or other personal information with third-parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. Under no circumstances will we purchase or use your name and mobile telephone number collected from third parties.
  • Consent: You may opt in to receive SMS/text messages from us by signing up through our website, at checkout, or through other opt-in methods.
  • Message Frequency: The number of messages you receive may vary based on your interaction with us.
  • Opt-Out: You can cancel the SMS service at any time. Just text “STOP” to the number or short code that sent you the message. After you send the SMS message “STOP” to us, we will send you an SMS message to confirm that you have been unsubscribed. After this, you will no longer receive SMS messages from us. If you want to join again, just sign up as you did the first time and we will start sending SMS messages to you again.
  • Message & Data Rates: You will receive messages with info, promotions, and offers to the number(s) you have provided, including use of an automated system. Message frequency varies. As always, message and data rates may apply for any messages sent to you from us and to us from you. If you have any questions about your text plan or data plan, it is best to contact your wireless provider. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.
  • No Purchase Necessary: Opting in to text messages is not required to make a purchase.

9. Limitation of Liability
August Hill Winery is not responsible for any damages arising from the use of our website, including but not limited to technical issues, errors, or third-party links.

10. Changes to Terms
We may update these Terms & Conditions from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the date of the latest update.

11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms & Conditions, please contact us at:

August Hill Winery, 106 Mill Street, Utica, IL 61373
Email: info@augusthillwinery.com
Phone: 815.667-5211

Thank you for visiting August Hill Winery! Enjoy responsibly.