{"id":4563,"date":"2026-02-05T01:30:51","date_gmt":"2026-02-05T01:30:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stonecastlewine.com\/privacy\/"},"modified":"2026-03-10T14:36:30","modified_gmt":"2026-03-10T14:36:30","slug":"refund-policy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/stonecastlewine.com\/sq\/refund-policy\/","title":{"rendered":"Politika e rimbursimit"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<h1><b>Refund and Return Policy<\/b><\/h1>\n<p><b>Stone Castle Vineyards &amp; Winery<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Last Updated: 10\/03\/2026<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thank you for shopping at Stone Castle Winery. We want you to be completely satisfied with your purchase. This Refund and Return Policy explains the conditions under which you may return products and request a refund, in accordance with the consumer protection laws of the Republic of Kosovo (Law No. 06\/L-034 on Consumer Protection). For customers in Albania, this policy also aligns with the Law on Consumer Protection (Law No. 9902, dated 17.04.2008, as amended). For customers in North Macedonia, this policy aligns with the Law on Consumer Protection (Official Gazette No. 38\/2004, as amended).<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>1. Right of Withdrawal (Cooling-Off Period)<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Under the consumer protection laws of the Republic of Kosovo, you have the right to withdraw from an online purchase within 14 calendar days from the date you receive the goods, without giving any reason. This right applies to all products purchased through our Website, provided the conditions outlined below are met.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To exercise this right, you must notify us of your decision to withdraw by sending a clear written statement to info@stonecastlewine.com within the 14-day cooling-off period. You may use the following wording: &#8220;I hereby notify you that I wish to withdraw from my purchase of <div class=\"woocommerce \"><ul class=\"products columns-3\">\n<li class=\"has_thumb product type-product post-4494 status-publish first instock product_cat-red product_tag-white has-post-thumbnail taxable shipping-taxable purchasable product-type-simple\">\n\t<div class=\"product-image-wrap\"><a href=\"https:\/\/stonecastlewine.com\/sq\/produkt\/stonecastle-amphora\/\" class=\"woocommerce-LoopProduct-link woocommerce-loop-product__link\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"1025\" src=\"https:\/\/stonecastlewine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/amphora.png\" class=\"attachment-woocommerce_thumbnail size-woocommerce_thumbnail\" alt=\"StoneCastle Amphora\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stonecastlewine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/amphora.png 900w, https:\/\/stonecastlewine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/amphora-263x300.png 263w, https:\/\/stonecastlewine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/amphora-768x875.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"product-meta-wrap\"><div class=\"product-meta-wrap-inner\"><h2 class=\"woocommerce-loop-product__title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/stonecastlewine.com\/sq\/produkt\/stonecastle-amphora\/\">StoneCastle Amphora<\/a><\/h2>\n\t<span class=\"price\"><span class=\"woocommerce-Price-amount amount\"><bdi>3,00&nbsp;<span class=\"woocommerce-Price-currencySymbol\">&euro;<\/span><\/bdi><\/span><\/span>\n<a href=\"\/sq\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/4563?add-to-cart=4494\" data-quantity=\"1\" class=\"button product_type_simple add_to_cart_button ajax_add_to_cart\" data-product_id=\"4494\" data-product_sku=\"\" aria-label=\"Shtoje n\u00eb shport\u00eb: \u201cStoneCastle Amphora\u201d\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-success_message=\"\u201cStoneCastle Amphora\u201d u shtua n\u00eb shport\u00ebn tuaj\" data-product_price=\"3\" data-product_name=\"StoneCastle Amphora\" data-google_product_id=\"\" role=\"button\"><span class=\"loader\"><\/span><span>Shtoje n\u00eb shport\u00eb<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>, ordered on [date], received on [date].&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Please note: The right of withdrawal does not apply to sealed goods (such as wine bottles) that have been opened or unsealed after delivery, as the product cannot be returned for hygiene and safety reasons once the seal is broken.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>2. Eligibility for Returns<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To be eligible for a return, the following conditions must be met:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The product must be unopened, unused, and in its original sealed condition<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The product must be in its original packaging, including any protective wrapping, labels, and accessories<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The return must be requested within 14 calendar days of receiving the product<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You must provide proof of purchase (order confirmation email or receipt)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We reserve the right to refuse returns that do not meet these conditions. Products that have been opened, partially consumed, or show signs of tampering will not be accepted for return.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>3. How to Request a Return<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To initiate a return, please follow these steps:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Send an email to info@stonecastlewine.com with the subject line &#8220;Return Request \u2014 [Your Order Number]&#8221;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Include the following information: your full name, order number, product name(s) to be returned, reason for the return, and photographs of the product in its current condition<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our customer support team will review your request and respond within 3 business days with return instructions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once approved, securely package the product(s) and ship to the return address provided in our response<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Include a copy of your order confirmation or proof of purchase inside the package<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Please do not return products without prior authorization. Unauthorized returns may not be processed.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>4. Return Shipping<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><b>Standard returns (change of mind): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You are responsible for the cost of return shipping. We recommend using a tracked shipping service, as we cannot be held responsible for items lost or damaged during return transit.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Defective, damaged, or incorrect items: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you received a defective, damaged, or incorrect product, we will cover the return shipping costs. We will provide you with a prepaid shipping label or reimburse reasonable return shipping costs upon receipt of the returned item.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unless otherwise instructed, all returns should be shipped to our default return address: Stone Castle Vineyards &amp; Winery SH.P.K., Bernjaka P.N., Rahovec, 21000 Kosovo.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All returned items must be shipped within 7 business days of receiving return authorization. Returns received after this period may not be processed.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>5. Condition of Returned Items<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Upon receiving the returned product, our team will inspect it to verify that it meets the return conditions. If the product is found to be opened, damaged (other than original damage), tampered with, or not in its original condition, we reserve the right to reject the return and ship the product back to you at your expense.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>6. Refund Process<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once a return is received and inspected, we will notify you of the approval or rejection of your refund. If approved:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For withdrawals under the 14-day cooling-off period (Section 1): Refunds will be issued within 14 calendar days from the date we receive your withdrawal notification, to the original payment method (via Paysera). We may withhold the refund until we have received the returned goods or you have provided proof of dispatch, whichever is earliest.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For all other approved returns: Refunds will be issued to the original payment method (via Paysera) within 7\u201310 business days of approval.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The refund amount will include the product price. Original shipping costs are non-refundable unless the return is due to our error (defective, damaged, or wrong item).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Depending on your bank or payment provider, it may take an additional 3\u20135 business days for the refund to appear in your account.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have not received your refund within 15 business days of approval, please check with your bank or payment provider first. If the issue persists, contact us at info@stonecastlewine.com.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>7. Damaged or Defective Products<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your order arrives damaged or defective, please contact us immediately (within 48 hours of delivery if possible). To process your claim:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take clear photographs of the damage to the product and the outer packaging<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Email the photographs along with your order number to info@stonecastlewine.com<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do not discard the damaged product or packaging until your claim has been resolved<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After reviewing the evidence, we will offer you one of the following options:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A full refund of the damaged item(s), including original shipping costs<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A replacement product shipped to you at no additional cost<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We aim to resolve all damage claims within 5 business days.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>8. Incorrect Items<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you receive a product that is different from what you ordered, please notify us within 7 days of delivery by emailing info@stonecastlewine.com with your order number and a photograph of the item received. We will arrange for the correct item to be sent to you and provide instructions for returning the incorrect item at our expense.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>9. Exchanges<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We offer exchanges for products of equal value, subject to availability. To request an exchange, follow the return request process outlined in Section 3 and specify the product you would like to receive instead. If the requested product is unavailable, we will offer a refund instead.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exchanges are processed after we receive and inspect the returned item. The replacement product will be shipped to you using the same shipping method as your original order.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>10. Non-Returnable Items<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The following items cannot be returned or refunded:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Products that have been opened or where the seal has been broken<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Products not in their original packaging or missing labels<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Products returned without prior authorization<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Products damaged due to mishandling by the customer (e.g., improper storage)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gift cards or promotional items<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>11. Cancellations<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may cancel an order free of charge if the order has not yet been shipped. To cancel, email us at info@stonecastlewine.com with your order number as soon as possible. If the order has already been dispatched, you will need to follow the return process outlined in this policy.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>12. Consumer Rights<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These terms do not affect any mandatory statutory consumer rights you may have under the laws of your country of residence. Customers in Albania and North Macedonia may be entitled to additional consumer protection rights under their respective national laws. Where local consumer protection law provides you with a longer withdrawal period or additional rights, those rights shall apply.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>13. Model Withdrawal Form<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In accordance with consumer protection regulations, you may use the following model form to notify us of your withdrawal. Completing and returning this form is not mandatory, but it may help us process your request more quickly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>WITHDRAWAL FORM<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To: Stone Castle Vineyards &amp; Winery SH.P.K., Bernjaka P.N., Rahovec, 21000 Kosovo<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Email: info@stonecastlewine.com<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I\/We (*) hereby notify you that I\/we (*) withdraw from my\/our (*) contract of sale of the following goods:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Product(s): _______________________________________________<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ordered on (*) \/ Received on (*): __________________________<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Order number: _____________________________________________<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Name of consumer(s): ______________________________________<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Address of consumer(s): ____________________________________<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Date: _____________________________________________________<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Signature (only if sent on paper): __________________________<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(*) Delete as appropriate.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>14. Contact Us<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have any questions about our Refund and Return Policy or need assistance with a return, please contact us at:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Company: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stone Castle Vineyards &amp; Winery SH.P.K.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>NUI: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">810518392<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Address: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bernjaka P.N., Rahovec, 21000 Kosovo<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Email: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">info@stonecastlewine.com<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Phone: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">+383 29 276 053<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Fax: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">+383 29 276 051<\/span><\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Refund and Return Policy Stone Castle Vineyards &amp; Winery Last Updated: 10\/03\/2026 Thank you for shopping at Stone Castle Winery. 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