US: Maryland's Wine Industry Grew 11.6% in 2011
US: Maryland's Wine Industry Grew 11.6% in 2011
Feb 1, 2012 6
(Thebaynet) - The Office of the Comptroller’s Alcohol and Tobacco Tax Annual Report shows that the wineries of Maryland sold 181,000 more bottles of wine in 2011 than 2010; an 11.6% increase. Wineries increased their share of the state wine market to 2.38% and total sales came in at over $19 million dollars for the year.
The industry maintained momentum after the last two years' legislative changes, such as the passage of both the Winery Modernization Bill and the Direct Shipping Bill.
“This industry grows more than just good wine," said Comptroller Peter Franchot. "It promotes agriculture, tourism and land preservation, all while adding to the state’s bottom line through job creation and tax revenue.”
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