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Starting Your Winery: Top Ten Legal and Compliance Considerations

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Starting a winery is a dream for many wine enthusiasts, but it involves navigating various legal considerations to ensure compliance and success. From licensing and permits to labeling regulations and interstate shipping laws, understanding the legal landscape is crucial. That’s why Lindsey Zahn P.C. has created this invaluable guide for new wineries. Below, you’ll find […]

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Does the FDA Regulate Alcohol Beverages?

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We often receive inquiries about whether the Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) has control over alcohol beverage products. This is a pertinent question, and the answer is not always straightforward. The FDA’s jurisdiction over alcohol beverage products depends on the type of product and the specific circumstances. For instance, the FDA can have labeling jurisdiction

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Legal Insights into Alcohol Beverage E-Commerce: Opportunities and Challenges

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The rapidly evolving digital landscape has transformed the way consumers shop, and the alcohol beverage industry is no exception. With the rise of e-commerce, purchasing wine, beer, and spirits online has become increasingly popular. However, the realm of alcohol beverage e-commerce is not without its complexities, and understanding the legal considerations is crucial for both

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Top 10 Legal Considerations for Starting a Winery in the U.S. 

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Starting a winery is an exciting journey filled with challenges and rewards. To help you navigate the complex process, Lindsey Zahn P.C. has prepared a cheat sheet highlighting the top ten legal considerations for establishing a new winery. Note that this list covers some essential considerations; there may be other important aspects to address depending

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Important Considerations for Obtaining a Federal TTB Basic Winery Permit, Distilled Spirits Plant Permit, or Brewer’s Notice

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The production, shipment, and sale of alcohol beverages are heavily regulated by both federal and state authorities. To operate legally, companies engaged in wine, beer, or spirits production must secure a federal permit from the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (“TTB“) and typically obtain a state license as well. Applying for a federal

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What is Wine Law?

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What is wine law? What is wine law? This is a common question I receive whenever I tell people I focus on wine law. The answer, more or less, amounts to this: wine law in the U.S. entails many areas of the law and several different government agencies. Wine law is not one set of

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What is the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (“TTB”)?

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What is the TTB? The Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau, also known as the TTB, is a federal agency tasked with regulating and enforcing laws related to alcohol and tobacco in the United States. The TTB operates as a division of the Department of the Treasury and has the primary responsibility of administering

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