Tenn. wine shipping measure headed to governor

NASHVILLE — A proposal that would allow Tennessee consumers to have wine shipped directly to their homes is headed to the governor for his consideration.

The measure passed the House earlier this week and was approved by the Senate last month. The proposal was sent to Gov. Phil Bredesen on Thursday after the Senate agreed to technical changes made by the House.

The bill would allow wineries that acquire a $300 license to ship up to three cases to Tennessee consumers per year.

Tennessee is one of 15 states that bans direct shipment of wine, according to the Wine Institute, which represents California wineries and wine businesses.

Bredesen spokeswoman Lydia Lenker says the governor will review the legislation once it reaches his desk.

(source: winebusiness.com)