FLORIDA WHOLESALERS LOOKING TO CAP DIRECT WINE SALES

Industry leaders in Florida are still struggling over wine shipment bans with distributors pushing for a cap provision and wineries fighting back. HB 247 and SB 144 include a ban on wineries that produce 250,000 gallons or more, while SB 282 calls for unrestricted direct delivery. The Federal Trade Commission issued a statement supporting SB 282, citing it "would enhance consumer welfare," although the bill has encountered resistance in some committees. A decision has yet to be made.