How much does it cost to sell Wine on Catawiki?
28th June 2024
There are numerous ways to sell your Champagne / Wine online via auction websites. Today, there are plenty of options for buyers and sellers and at varying price points.
Champagne Collectors – www.champagnecollectors.com – Zero Registration Fees / Zero Sellers Fees / Zero Buyers Fees
“A totally free to use and fast growing trading website for buyers and sellers of vintage Champagne. Free registration enables users to list and bid on Champagne for free as well as sharing their tasting notes on vintage Champagne within the review directly. The website also has a profile element to the website where those buying / selling / reviewing can increase their status opening opportunities for discounts / invitations to private events.
Positives are that the website is totally free to use and already boasts a decent user database (especially their Facebook group with nearly 10,000 members) and always a selection of fine vintage Champagnes for sale.
Negatives are that it is a newer concept and lacking volume for now.”
Catawiki – https://www.catawiki.com – Zero Registration Fees / 12.5% and an additional fixed amount Seller Fees / 9% of the final bid amount plus €3 Buyers Fees
“Founded in 2008 and a specialised collectables website concept with varied experts advising. Sections on the website include wine and Champagne.
Positives are that it has great volume in sales and has been matching buyers with sellers for a long time.
Negatives are the buyer and sellers fees.”
eBay – You can only sell alcohol if you are an approved seller.
“eBay might be the greatest of all online auction websites, but unless you are an approved seller you can not sell alcohol on their platform.”
BidforWine – https://www.bidforwine.co.uk – Zero Registration Fees / From £1 – £250 10.0% + VAT – £250 – £2,500 8.0% + VAT – above £2,500 6.0% + VAT Sellers Fees / 24% Buyers Fees
“Founded in 2008 and with a quoted 20,000 members, Bidforwine offers online auction sales for all wine types.
Positives are that it is a name established with regular sales.
Negatives are the selling fees and high buyers fees.“
Christopher Walkey
Co-founder of Glass of Bubbly. Journalist and author focused on Champagne & Sparkling Wines and pairing them with foods.