Accessibility Statement

Accessibility Commitment

At Alexander Winery, we believe the internet should be available and accessible to everyone, regardless of ability. We are fully committed to providing a website that is accessible to the widest possible audience, including individuals with disabilities.

To achieve this, we aim to strictly adhere to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA, published by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C). These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with a wide range of disabilities.

Our website utilizes various technologies to ensure continuous accessibility. This includes an accessibility interface that allows users with specific disabilities to customize the site’s UI to their personal needs.

Additionally, we use an accessibility application that runs in the background, continuously improving our website’s accessibility by adjusting HTML, optimizing functionality for screen readers, and enhancing keyboard navigation.

For questions or feedback, please contact us at: yoram@alexander-winery.com

Screen Reader & Keyboard Navigation

Our site incorporates ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes and behavioral adjustments to ensure screen reader users can fully navigate and interact with the website.

Once a user with a screen reader enters the site, they are prompted to activate screen reader mode (Alt+1), which adapts the interface for optimal use. We support all major screen readers, including JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, and TalkBack.

Screen Reader Optimization Includes:

Accurate form labels
Descriptions for actionable icons (e.g., social media, search, cart)
Component roles (e.g., buttons, menus, modal dialogs)
Image ALT text with object recognition and OCR for embedded text

Keyboard Navigation Optimization:

Navigation via Tab and Shift+Tab
Open/close menus with arrow keys and Esc
Activate buttons/links with Enter
Toggle checkboxes/radios with Space or Enter
Quick keys: M (Menus), H (Headings), F (Forms), B (Buttons), G (Graphics)
Alt+2: Skip to content menu

Supported Accessibility Profiles

Epilepsy Safe Mode – disables flashing or color combinations that may trigger seizures
Vision Impaired Profile – adjusts visuals for tunnel vision, cataracts, glaucoma, etc.
Cognitive Disability Profile – simplifies layout to aid users with autism, dyslexia, stroke recovery, etc.
ADHD Friendly Profile – reduces distractions to help users focus
Screen Reader Profile – adapts the site for use with assistive technologies
Keyboard Navigation Profile – enables full site functionality using keyboard shortcuts only

Additional UI, Design & Readability Features

Font Adjustments – size, spacing, alignment, line height, and font family
Color Adjustments – high/low contrast, dark mode, inverted colors, monochrome
Animations – toggle all animations, including video, GIFs, and CSS transitions
Content Highlights – highlight links, titles, focused or hovered elements
Mute Sounds – mute all audio for users with hearing sensitivity
Cognitive Tools – search integrations with Wikipedia and Wiktionary
Other Tools – change cursor color/size, activate virtual keyboard, enable print view, and more

Browser & Assistive Technology Compatibility

We aim to support the widest possible range of browsers and assistive technologies, including:

Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Opera, and Microsoft Edge
JAWS and NVDA screen readers
Windows and macOS operating systems

Feedback

Despite our best efforts, some content may not yet be fully accessible. We are continuously improving our website and technology to reach optimal accessibility standards.

If you experience any difficulty or have suggestions, please contact us at:
yoram@alexander-winery.com

On-Site Accessibility – Visitors Center (Restaurant)

The following accessibility arrangements are in place at the Alexander Winery Visitors Center:

Accessible parking spaces near the entrance
Wheelchair-accessible pathway and ramp
Accessible restrooms available on-site
Clear signage and wayfinding throughout the premises
Guide dogs are welcome
Staff assistance is available for wine selection and purchase