Geerlings & Wade - Cutting Through the Vines (2,787 words)

But as a quid pro quo for allowing companies to ship alcohol directly to its residents, certain states ask that you pay the sales and excise tax and agree to ship the quantities allowed, says Pearce.

A Countrywide Presence

From its licensed retail/warehouse facilities in 16 states, the company sells wine directly to customers in 30 states. "We believe we are reaching over 85 percent of the wine-drinking population in the United States," Pearce affirms.