Various media sources have reported that Russia is requiring Champagne wines from the actual appellation of Champagne to tout “Sparkling Wine” on their labels as a result of a new law that went into effect on July 2nd. See, e.g.,
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NYSLA Ends To-Go Privileges of COVID-19
On June 23rd, Governor Cuomo announced that emergency declaration that commenced in March 2020 would come to an end on June 24th. As a result, all executive orders expired on that date.
Effective immediately, the temporary to-go privileges that were…
NYSLA Restricts On-Premises Sales in Response to COVID-19
In response to Governor Cuomo’s order, the New York State Liquor Authority (“NYSLA”) issued restrictions to licensees with respect to the COVID-19 outbreak, effective Monday, March 16, 2020 at 8:00 PM ET. Per the NYSLA, all licensed on-premises establishments (including…
Proactive Legal and Compliance Steps for Wineries in a COVID-19 Environment
In a world where the spread of COVID-19 is increasing and where consumers and businesses alike have encouraged “social distancing,” it is not without many sacrifices. The wine industry and other service-based businesses are certainly not immune and must be creative…
Inaugural Northeastern Cider Conference to be Held in Albany, New York in March 2020
CLE International Conference on Wine, Beer & Spirits Law in Charlotte, North Carolina
Supreme Court Says Tennessee Law Requiring Citizenship for Alcohol Retail License is Unconstitutional
Minnesota Winemakers Question the Constitutionality of Grape Source Requirements
Oregon May Soon Tighten its Wine Law for Wines Produced or Bottled in Other States

A bill was introduced to the Oregon Senate last week which proposes to amend several sections of the Oregon Revised Statutes, namely ORS 471.445 and ORS 471.446. The Senate Bill, SB 111-1, proposes significants changes to the Oregon…