As you know, if we were to lift this ban kids from Deep Creek to Ocean City would be ordering Cabs and White Zins by the caseloads. Moral decay would set in at that point, and civilization would more or less end within 50 years.

Yes, but at least we'd be able to have a nice bottle of Pinot Noir as society collapsed.

I think that's a fair trade.

RoCK, as you know, moral decay is only present following crumbling infrastructure.

Most out of state wineries will still ship bottles of wine to you through 'third party shippers'... industry's secret.

Did someone say "contents: decorative art glass?"

Or you could have a friend/relative in a neighboring state order it for you.

Its a shame MD still prohibits wine shipments, there are some good clubs out there.

This is just as bad as not being able to purchase beer/wine in grocery stores(well outside of Ocean City I think). Maryland is such a nazi state!

BaltBabs, you said it! Why can't we just buy our beer and wine in the groceries? Or for that matter, have drive through beer stores like they do in NC?

The crux of the biscuit is that NOTHING has now or EVER will get done in Annapolis. (getting on soapbox). We must vote out ALL OF the usual cast of idiots. (getting off soapbox).

Cheers!

Joyce and BaltBabs,
While wine and beer aren't available in grocery stores in Annapolis, at least the liquor stores are open on Sunday, and fairly late too.

Being able to buy beer and wine in a grocery store is a convenience I never thought much about, but like it a lot now that I am able to do it down here.

Sorry about the double post.

Funny enough - wine and beer is certainly a lovely convenience stocking up on a week's groceries.

Now liquor in a supermarket, there's something I never imagined I'd take for granted from where I grew up.

Even moreso, CostCo liquor.

Friendly tip:
When inquiring to Claypool Cellars about getting wine shipped, they said Delaware is the best place to ship out of all our our neighbors. Virginia would be ok, but Pennsylvania is right out.
After the PLCB raided 3 clubs for roughly $15 in unregistered brands/unpaid taxes the other week, I would have to agree.

FedEx and UPS have never batted an eye when they have gotten a packed and sealed package - wink wink.

Personally, I loved what I saw in St. Louis - brewpubs and distill pubs, grocery sales, and a Costco that made my liver hurt just by looking at it.

And what's the "compromise" with our direct shipping laws? Local wineries can sell at farmer's markets?
Well, good for them, I'm glad they can but ultimately, so what?
We can already buy that wine at most stores worth their salt.