New Jersey Wineries Can Start Shipping to Customers

New Jersey wineries, including Four JG's Winery in Colts Neck, can start shipping directly to customers in the state. 

The law, , took effect May 1 allows wineries to ship residents up to 12 cases each year. Wineries that have direct shipping licenses in other states can also ship up to 12 cases out of state each year. 

“This is truly an historic day that was a long time coming, but thanks to the tireless efforts of legislators to support our industry, we can now begin a period that will allow our wineries to reach a broader audience and expose our award-winning wines to consumers throughout the state and country,” said Ollie Tomasello, chairman of the Garden State Wine Growers Association and owner of Plagido’s Winery in Hammonton, in a news release.

Out-of-state wineries that produce less than 250,000 gallons of wine each year can also apply for a license in New Jersey that will allow them to ship to residents.

“We are pleased to finally put to an end the nearly decade-long debate over direct shipment of wine,” Attorney General Jeffrey S. Chiesa said in a statement. “New Jersey residents will now have another convenient way to purchase the excellent wines offered by our many fine Garden State wineries, as well as wineries throughout the country.”