Category Archives: Direct Sales

WSWA ‘Disappointed’ Uniform Laws Panel Took Up Direct Shipping Issue

Posted on July 15, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America said it was “disappointed” the Uniform Laws Commission took up the issue of direct shipping of alcohol beverages.  But, it added, it “appreciated the efforts the ULC has taken to provide state lawmakers with … Continue reading →

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Wine Groups Vow to Fight Just-Passed Model Act on Direct Shipping

Posted on July 14, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

It may not be war, but Wine Institute and WineAmerica have vowed to “actively oppose” a proposed law that would significantly tighten direct shipping of alcohol beverages. And it may be unconstitutional, National Association of Wine Retailers (NAWR) warned. The Model … Continue reading →

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Liviri Debuts Year-Round Wine Shipping Boxes

Posted on June 14, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

The new boxes are the latest addition to Liviri’s line of protective, reusable, insulted boxes that enable year-round wine shipments regardless of weather and eliminate single-use shipping. Precision padding keeps bottles secure and separated while reusable coolant inserts and industry-leading … Continue reading →

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Here’s What’s Wrong with DtC Sales, According to WSWA

Posted on June 7, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

No question about it: Direct shipping of wine to consumers has been a God-send to wineries, especially those too small to attract attention from established distributors, such as those that belong to Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America.  When Covid forced … Continue reading →

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Liquor Lobby Launches ‘Ship My Spirits’ DtC Campaign in New York State

Posted on March 29, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

The American Craft Spirits Association (ACSA), American Distilling Institute (ADI) and Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS), three of the nation’s leading trade associations representing distillers large and small, joined forces to launch “Ship My Spirits,” a grassroots … Continue reading →

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Why Collecting Accurate Data in Tasting Room is Critical

Posted on March 10, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

A just-released analysis for WineDirect finds the top 10% of wineries that collect accurate customer data in a tasting room will earn an additional 50% in online sales beyond what the customer spent in the tasting room.  But the 10% … Continue reading →

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