For wine producers and distributors, understanding the regulations in each new market is critical for success. The Digest of Wine and Spirits Law is the most useful resource for understanding the compliance requirements for each state. The Digest is a comprehensive on-line reference that provides expert regulatory guidance in plain English. Here are three key reasons why the wine industry swears by this indispensable tool: 1. Clear and Concise Legal Guidance Navigating the regulatory landscape can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to alcohol laws. The Digest of Wine and Spirits Law offers a straightforward and up-to-date understanding of the ever-changing laws that affect wine distribution and marketing. The Digest provides industry members with the clarity they need to avoid costly mistakes. 2. Stay Updated on Industry Changes Laws frequently change and staying current is essential. The Digest is updated regularly, allowing subscribers to stay informed about new regulatory de

Celebrate 2022 with a new subscription to The Digest of Wine & Spirits Law! The insider news: annual subscription rates for The Digest of Wine and Spirits Law will be increasing as of January 1, 2022. If you are considering a subscription, you can still sign up at the current rates if you do it before New Year's day. Before we bid farewell to 2021, we want to say thank-you to all of our subscribers for your comments and suggestions since the new website went live in 2019. We appreciate the collaborative nature of our industry, and the loyalty and enthusiasm of our subscribers! With your help, The Digest is now better than ever. The Digest is an essential compliance reference for wine and spirits professionals. It covers statutes, regulations, and administrative decisions from all states governing the sales and marketing of wine and distilled spirits in a user-friendly format. Sign up here. For a demonstration of The Digest, view the video, or contact us to

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Subscribers to The Digest of Wine & Spirits Law can opt to receive email notifications when rules are updated on The Digest’s website. The emails, which announce new additions to The Digest’s “Recent Updates,” are sent two to four times a month. If a topic of interest has been updated, subscribers can use the live link on the site’s Recent Updates list to go directly to the updated article. There, another link opens a window showing exactly what text has been changed, added, or removed. "I am really excited that we have the notification feature because it's a timesaver for busy professionals. It's like a news feed -- it effortlessly brings what's new to your attention,"  said Sara Schorske, head editor of The Digest. The Digest is an essential compliance reference for wine and spirits professionals. It covers statutes, regulations, and administrative decisions from all states governing the

Our industry is changing in ways that were unimaginable before the pandemic hit us. Temporary privileges allowing carry-out and delivery have been extended in many states and made permanent in others. The Digest foresaw this possibility and began reporting these changes last spring. We're continuing to report the changes as they occur, to help industry members track how the market is changing beyond their home state, and strategize for continuing change in the future. The Digest is an essential compliance reference for wine and spirits professionals. It covers statutes, regulations, and administrative decisions from all states governing the sales and marketing of wine and distilled spirits in a user-friendly format. For a demonstration of the of The Digest, view the video, or contact us to schedule a live screen-share demo.

Good news for wineries shipping to WY residents! The annual shipping limit for WY DTC licensees has been increased, effective 7/1/2021. the new rule allows up to 9 cases per household after the effective date. That's more than triple the previous limit. To see what else has changed recently, visit the Recent Updates page. The Digest is an essential compliance reference for statutes, regulations, and administrative decisions from all states governing the sales and marketing of wine and distilled spirits in a user-friendly format. It is an economical and time-saving reference for wine and spirits professionals. Multiple user discounts provide even greater savings. For a demonstration of the power and ease of The Digest, view the video, or contact us to schedule a live screen-share demo. 

Hooray! Product registration for Kentucky DTC shipping is now available! This is the last requirement to fulfill before a winery can legally ship wine directly to consumers in Kentucky. Wineries holding the new Kentucky DTC license can now register their products by logging into PRO (Product Registration Online) and entering their KY shipper license number. The process is fast and there is no charge for the registrations. Here's what else you need to know:  Wineries that have already registered their products for sale to a KY wholesaler will need to re-register those products under their KY shipper license (similar to the requirements in GA, where products need to be separately registered for sales though the wholesale and DTC channels). The previous wholesale registration does not cover DTC sales.  Wineries with products marketed at wholesale in KY by another supplier, such as a national marketing company, must obtain their own registrations for the products th

The Digest of Wine & Spirits Law is excited to announce the launch of a long-awaited new option for subscribers. The Digest can now send email notifications! Subscribers can now easily opt-in to receive email alerts of the changes to The Digest website’s content. The emails, which will list the new additions to The Digest’s “Recent Updates,” will be sent 2 to 4 times a month. If a topic of interest has been updated, subscribers can use the live link on the site’s Recent Updates list to go directly to the updated article. There, another link opens a window showing exactly what text has been changed, added, or removed. "I am really excited that we have added the notification feature." said Sara Schorske. "Our subscribers have been asking for it since we became the publisher of The Digest in 2018." About The Digest of Wine & Spirits Law. The Digest of Wine and Spirits Law is an essential compliance reference that helps industry pro

The Digest of Wine & Spirits Law has added a new "Compare" feature that helps subscribers quickly see what's new each time regulatory information is updated. The Digest website is updated on an on-going basis when new laws, regulations, or policies are adopted by the states. When a new update appears in the convenient "Recent Updates" list, subscribers can use the live link to go directly to the updated article. There, a second click opens a window showing the subscriber exactly what text has been changed, added, or removed.  "I use The Digest daily in my work, and I've wanted this function for a long time!" said Sara Schorske. "We are so happy we could finally provide the Compare functionality to our subscribers. Since CSA acquired The Digest, we've been working on making it easier for the industry to use by rebuilding the website and adding new features. We are going to continue to add enhancements."  The Digest cov