Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 20.04.2026

Privacy Notice
We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit https://thegrandcruaffair.com (the “Site”) or register for our webinars, courses, newsletters, or other services.
By using the Site or submitting your information, you consent to the practices described in this policy, including the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as outlined below.
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, you can contact us at info@thegrandcruaffair.com

What data we collect:
a. Personal Data You Provide
We collect information you voluntarily provide when you register for webinars, courses, newsletters, contact forms, or otherwise interact with the Site. This may include:
  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Any information you enter into forms
We collect this data to deliver the services you request, including registering you for webinars, sending reminders, updates, and other communications relevant to your interests.

b. Automatically Collected Data
When you visit the Site, we may automatically collect certain technical information through cookies and similar technologies, such as:
  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Pages visited and time spent
  • Referring/exit pages
  • Device and operating system information
This data is used for analytics, improving the Site, tailoring content, and enhancing user experience.
We do not collect sensitive personal data unless explicitly stated. We do not collect children’s data (under 21 years).

How we use your data:
We use your data to:
  • Respond to your inquiries or applications
  • Provide access to downloadable materials
  • Send educational content, updates, and emails related to wine and our programs
  • Improve the website experience and understand user behavior
  • Inform you about our courses and offers
We will not sell your personal information. 

Email communication
By submitting your email through forms on this website, you agree to receive emails from us.
These may include:
  • Educational content
  • Course updates
  • Invitations and offers
You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the link in any email or by contacting us directly.

Data sharing:
We may share your information with:
  • Service providers (such as webinar platforms, email marketing services, analytics tools) under contractual obligations to protect your data
  • Legal authorities, when required by law or to protect legal rights
  • Third parties only with your explicit consent when you opt into those services
We do not sell or rent your personal information.

Third-party services
We may use trusted third-party services to operate this website and communicate with you, including:
  • Website hosting (e.g. Tilda)
  • Email marketing platforms
  • Analytics tools (e.g. Google Analytics)
These providers may process your data on our behalf in accordance with their own privacy policies.

Your privacy rights:
If you are a resident of the United States (including California – CCPA/CPRA) or the European Union (GDPR), you may request: info@thegrandcruaffair.com

For EU / UK / EEA Residents (GDPR)
You have the right to:
  • Access the personal data we hold about you
  • Request correction or deletion
  • Restrict or object to processing
  • Withdraw consent at any time
  • Request data portability
To make a privacy request, contact us at: info@thegrandcruaffair.com

For California Residents (CCPA)
Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), you have the right to:
  • Know what personal information we collect, use, disclose, or sell
  • Request deletion of your personal information
  • Opt out of sale of your personal information
  • Non-discrimination for exercising your rights
To make a privacy request, contact us at: info@thegrandcruaffair.com

Children’s Privacy:
The Site is not directed at children under the age of 21. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 21. If you believe a child under 21 has provided us personal information, please contact us so we can delete it.

Data security:
We use industry-standard security measures to protect your information.

Cookies:
This website uses cookies and similar technologies to:
  • Analyze traffic and user behavior
  • Improve performance and usability
  • Support marketing and advertising efforts
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.

External links:
Our Site may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review the privacy policy of any third-party site you visit.

Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information:
We do not sell personal data. If you are a California resident and would like to exercise your privacy rights, contact us at info@thegrandcruaffair.com

Data Retention:
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to:
  • Provide our services
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Maintain communication with you
You can request deletion of your data at any time.

Changes to This Privacy Policy:
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted here with an updated “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact:
If you have any questions, data requests, or concerns, please contact us at info@thegrandcruaffair.com