23,913 domains, 84% genuinely activeMuch greater adoption than its sister extension .vinNo registration restrictions

.wine Domain

.wine was registered with IANA on July 23, 2015, the same day as its sister extension .vin (the French version). It has 23,913 registered domains, with a notable 83.59% active in the zone file and much greater adoption than .vin.

2015 Year created
gTLD Extension type (IANA)
On request Registration price / year
Open Registration restrictions

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About the .WINE domain

What is the .WINE domain?

.wine is a generic top-level domain managed by Binky Moon, LLC, part of Identity Digital, registered with IANA on July 23, 2015 — exactly the same day as its sister extension .vin, the French version of the same concept. It has 23,913 domains worldwide, with a notable 83.59% active in the zone file, considerably greater adoption than .vin (14,515 domains). The registrar profile is led by GoDaddy (18.67%) and Namecheap (6.74%), followed by Tucows, eNom, and the French registrar OVH (3.68%), confirming some adoption in the French-speaking wine market as well.
Extension .WINE
IANA type gTLD
Created in 2015
Registry Binky Moon, LLC (Identity Digital); sister extension of .vin, registered the same day
Restrictions None
Registration On request
Renewal On request

Uses of .WINE

Who is the .WINE domain for?

These are the most common situations where .WINE is the ideal extension.

Wineries and wine producers

The most direct use: wineries from any country seeking the English version, with more global adoption.

Online wine retailers

E-commerce focused on selling wine from any origin.

Wine tourism and vineyard visits

Tourism experiences centered on wine culture.

Wine education and tastings

Courses and training events on enology.

French wineries with international reach

The presence of OVH confirms some adoption in the French market as well.

Wine media and specialist criticism

Publications focused on news and reviews from the wine world.

.WINE vs other extensions

Which extension suits you best?

Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .WINE with the most common alternatives to help you choose.

Extension Best for Restrictions Registration price
.wine This page Wineries, wine, and wine tourism in English None Check price
.vin Wine in French (sister extension, registered the same day) None Check price
.com Any project None $14.99/year

Registration process

How to register your .WINE domain at miHosting

01

Check availability

Type the name you want in the search bar. We show you in seconds whether it's available or if you need to look for alternatives.

02

Complete registration

Fill in the registrant details and choose whether to add hosting. The entire process takes less than 5 minutes.

03

Your domain is live

Within minutes your .WINE domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.

Frequently asked questions about the .WINE domain

What is the difference between .wine and .vin?

Both represent the same concept and were registered the same day, but .wine (English) has greater adoption (almost 24,000 domains versus 14,500 for .vin).

Who manages the .wine domain?

Binky Moon, LLC, part of Identity Digital. It was registered with IANA on July 23, 2015.

Are there restrictions for registering a .wine domain?

No. It is a fully open registration extension, with no requirement to prove wine-industry activity.

How much does a .wine domain cost?

The price varies by registrar. Check with our miHosting team to confirm the current price.

Can I register my .wine domain with miHosting?

Yes. Contact our team to confirm availability and the current price for this extension.

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The .wine domain was registered with IANA on July 23, 2015, the same day as its sister extension .vin, and is managed by Binky Moon, LLC (Identity Digital). With almost 24,000 registered domains and a notable 83.59% genuinely active, it shows considerably greater adoption than its French version. It is an extension with no registration restrictions. Check with our team for the current price and pair it with our professional hosting for your winery.