Cookie Policy
Effective Date: June 24, 2025
Korbel California Champagne (“Korbel,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website to enhance your browsing experience, analyze site usage, and deliver relevant content. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding their use.
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that websites place on your device when you visit them. They contain information that is transferred to your device’s hard drive and allow websites to recognize your device and remember certain information about your preferences or past actions.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly and cannot be disabled in our systems. They are usually set in response to actions you make, such as setting privacy preferences, logging in, or filling out forms.
Purpose:
- Enable core website functionality
- Maintain security and prevent fraud
- Remember your cookie consent preferences
- Support shopping cart functionality
Examples:
- Session management cookies
- Authentication tokens
- Security cookies
- Load balancing cookies
Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This data helps us improve our website’s performance and user experience.
Purpose:
- Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
- Identify popular content and pages
- Monitor website performance and loading times
- Track conversion rates and user journeys
Third-Party Providers:
- Google Analytics
- Adobe Analytics
- Hotjar
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we use on our pages.
Purpose:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Provide personalized content recommendations
- Enable social media sharing features
- Support live chat functionality
- Customize language and regional settings
Examples:
- Preference cookies
- Language selection cookies
- Social media integration cookies
- Customer support chat cookies
Advertising and Marketing Cookies
These cookies track your browsing activity to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on our website and other sites. They are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device.
Purpose:
- Display targeted advertisements
- Measure advertising campaign effectiveness
- Prevent repeated display of the same ads
- Enable remarketing to previous visitors
- Support affiliate marketing programs
Third-Party Providers:
- Google Ads
- Facebook Pixel
- Microsoft Advertising
- Trade Desk
- Amazon DSP
How We Use Cookies
Website Functionality
We use cookies to ensure our website works properly across different browsers and devices. Essential cookies maintain your session, remember items in your shopping cart, and enable secure checkout processes.
User Experience Enhancement
Functional cookies remember your preferences, such as your location, language settings, and previous interactions with our website. This allows us to provide a more personalized and relevant experience.
Analytics and Optimization
Performance cookies help us understand how visitors use our website, which pages are most popular, and where users encounter difficulties. This information guides our efforts to improve site design and functionality.
Marketing and Advertising
We use advertising cookies to show you relevant promotions and content based on your interests and browsing behavior. These cookies also help us measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns and limit the frequency of ad displays.
Age Verification
Special cookies may be used to remember age verification status, ensuring compliance with laws regarding alcohol-related content and purchases.
Third-Party Cookies
Our website may include third-party services that set their own cookies. These include:
Social Media Platforms
- Facebook, Instagram, Twitter integration
- Social sharing buttons and embedded content
- Social media advertising pixels
Analytics Services
- Google Analytics for website traffic analysis
- Conversion tracking for marketing campaigns
- User behavior analytics tools
Advertising Networks
- Google Ads for targeted advertising
- Retargeting platforms for personalized ads
- Affiliate tracking systems
Other Services
- Payment processors for secure transactions
- Customer support chat services
- Content delivery networks
We do not control these third-party cookies. Please refer to the respective third parties’ privacy policies for information about their cookie practices.
Your Cookie Choices
Cookie Consent Management
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner that allows you to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customize your cookie preferences by category
- Learn more about our cookie practices
Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
Google Chrome:
- Click the three-dot menu → Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Choose your preferred cookie settings
- Manage exceptions for specific sites
Mozilla Firefox:
- Click the menu button → Options → Privacy & Security
- Under Cookies and Site Data, select your preferences
- Manage individual site permissions
Safari:
- Go to Safari → Preferences → Privacy
- Choose your cookie and website tracking settings
- Manage website data and permissions
Microsoft Edge:
- Click the three-dot menu → Settings → Cookies and site permissions
- Configure your cookie preferences
- Manage site-specific permissions
Opt-Out Tools
For advertising cookies, you can opt out through industry tools:
- Network Advertising Initiative (NAI): optout.networkadvertising.org
- Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA): optout.aboutads.info
- European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance: youronlinechoices.eu
Mobile Device Settings
On mobile devices, you can typically control advertising through:
- iOS: Settings → Privacy → Apple Advertising → Limit Ad Tracking
- Android: Settings → Google → Ads → Opt out of Ads Personalization
Impact of Disabling Cookies
While you can browse our website with cookies disabled, certain features may not function properly:
- Shopping cart items may not be saved between sessions
- Personalized content and recommendations may not be available
- Website performance may be slower due to repeated processing
- Marketing communications may be less relevant to your interests
- Analytics data will be less comprehensive, affecting our ability to improve the site
Cookie Retention
Different types of cookies have different lifespans:
Session Cookies
These are temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser or end your session on our website.
Persistent Cookies
These remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. Retention periods vary:
- Functional cookies: Up to 2 years
- Analytics cookies: Up to 2 years
- Advertising cookies: Up to 1 year
- Essential cookies: Varies based on security requirements
Automatic Renewal
Some cookies automatically renew their expiration date when you revisit our website, ensuring continued functionality for returning visitors.
Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our cookie practices, new technologies, or legal requirements. When we make material changes, we will:
- Post the updated policy on our website
- Update the “Effective Date” at the top of this policy
- Notify users through our cookie consent banner if significant changes affect consent choices
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Korbel California Champagne
13250 River Road
Guerneville, CA 95446
Email: privacy@korbel.com
Phone: 1-800-656-7235
For technical issues related to cookie settings or website functionality, you may also contact our technical support team at support@korbel.com.