Key benefits

We understand that your collection is more than just bottles; it's an expression of your taste, a celebration of the arts, and an investment that deserves the highest level of insurance. Whether you're an enthusiast, a connoisseur or an avid collector or investor, we offer coverage for your precious wine collection as part of our Masterpiece policy.

Individualised coverage*

We offer flexible, worldwide coverage options to meet your unique needs. Cover an entire collection with blanket coverage, itemise your individual bottles, or do both. It’s up to you.

Optional cash settlement*

In the unfortunate event that your wine is irreparably damaged, lost or stolen, you can choose to take cash up to the sum insured rather than replacing if it suits you better.

Paying market value*

In certain cases, we’ll pay more than the amount itemised on your policy to account for increases in market value.

Coverage for mechanical breakdown*

We provide coverage for wine which has been damaged due to loss of power supply or mechanical breakdown of climate control equipment.

What it covers

Chubb Insurance offers comprehensive coverage for a wide range of risks and perils that may affect wine collections. Our coverage includes:

Loss or damage

Our insurance covers against accidental loss or damage to your wine collection, ensuring that you are financially covered in the event of unexpected incidents.

Theft and burglary

Chubb wine cover provides coverage for theft or burglary. This ensures that you are financially covered in the unfortunate event of such incidents that may affect your valuable items.

Replacement cost

In the event of loss or damage, our coverage takes into consideration the replacement cost of your wine, providing financial reimbursement to restore your collection.

Worldwide coverage

Whether you're at home or travelling abroad, our insurance extends coverage worldwide, ensuring that your wine is insured no matter where you go.

Coverage exclusions

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Frequently Asked Questions

Chubb’s wine cover offered as part of our home insurance policy covers a wide range of potential risks to your wine collection. This includes, but is not limited to, accidental loss or damage, fire and theft.

Yes, our wine coverage is included in our Chubb home insurance policy and cannot be purchased as a standalone product. While some homeowners’ insurance policies may provide limited coverage for wine collections, it is often insufficient for valuable or extensive collections. Chubb offers comprehensive coverage specifically designed for the unique needs of wine collectors, enthusiasts and connoisseurs.

Our cover for wine is offered as part of a complete home insurance policy. The price is determined by many factors including location, value and risks. For a personalised quote, please contact your insurance broker.

You should consider purchasing a home insurance policy that includes wine coverage if you own a collection of wine that would be costly to replace, or if you're in possession of rare or valuable bottles. Wine insurance can provide an additional layer of protection for your investment against unforeseen risks.

Determining your insurance requirements involves evaluating the value of your collection, the risks it's exposed to, and what you would be willing and able to pay out-of-pocket in the event of a loss. An insurance broker can assist you in this process to ensure you have the right level of coverage for your needs.

Properly caring for your wine collection involves maintaining optimal storage conditions, such as temperature and humidity control, keeping bottles stored horizontally, and avoiding exposure to light and vibration. Additionally, proper inventory management and regular valuation are key to ensure your collection is adequately insured by your policy.

When it means more, insure it with Chubb

Learn more about Chubb’s Masterpiece Homeowners’ Insurance by contacting us on 1800 958 233 or complete this short form  and one of our Australian customer service representatives will contact you and can connect you with a broker.

 

If you already have a broker, contact them and ask them about our Chubb products.