Save NY Wine – Protect Your Local Shops and Wineries

Big-box grocery chains are pushing to control New York's wine market at the expense of consumers, independent shops, and local wineries. If the proposed bill passes, corporate giants will monopolize the market with mass-produced, low-quality private labels while driving independent wine shops out of business. We've already seen the devastating consequences in Colorado—store closures, job losses, and declining wine quality.

Independent wine shops provide hand-picked selections, personalized service, and a vital platform for New York wineries. Over four decades, these shops and local wineries have built a thriving, diverse wine culture together—a relationship this bill would ...

Big-box grocery chains are pushing to control New York's wine market at the expense of consumers, independent shops, and local wineries. If the proposed bill passes, corporate giants will monopolize the market with mass-produced, low-quality private labels while driving independent wine shops out of business. We've already seen the devastating consequences in Colorado—store closures, job losses, and declining wine quality.

Independent wine shops provide hand-picked selections, personalized service, and a vital platform for New York wineries. Over four decades, these shops and local wineries have built a thriving, diverse wine culture together—a relationship this bill would dismantle, cutting off a critical lifeline for small producers. Tell your legislators to protect New York's independent wine shops and local wineries, ensuring your wine choices remain yours—not controlled by greedy corporations.

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I live in your district and am strongly opposed to bills S1279 and A1328. I am urging you to stand up for our cherished local wine shops, small wineries, and the diversity of choice that defines our communities.

The current proposal to introduce wine sales in grocery stores poses a significant threat to these vital aspects of our local economy and culture. This legislation is effectively a transfer of wealth from small businesses to large corporations, and I urge you to reject it.

Here are my key points of concern:

Restricting Wine Choices: This proposal would drastically limit wine choices and force consumers toward overpriced, lower-quality private-label wines and corporate-produced brands. Currently, New York's wine shops offer tens of thousands of diverse wines, fostering a rich tapestry of global and local offerings. Grocery store shelves cannot replicate this variety, instead favoring mass-produced labels driven by corporate profits.

Devastating Effect on Small Businesses: If these bills pass, thousands of independently-owned, family-run wine shops across New York will be devastated. Many of these shops are minority- and women-owned, and they play a crucial role in local economies. Colorado's recent adoption of similar legislation resulted in small wine shops teetering on the brink of closure, facing eviction, layoffs, and vacant storefronts. New York must avoid this disastrous outcome.

Harm to Local Wineries: New York wineries are staunchly opposed to this bill and have now formed a coalition to fight against it. They understand that grocery stores will prioritize bulk corporate wines over their carefully crafted, small-batch products. Without independent wine shops actively promoting local wines, New York's wine industry will suffer, undermining the success of our state's vineyards and winemakers.

Corporate Monopoly: This bill represents a blatant attempt to monopolize the wine market, shifting power away from small businesses and toward massive grocery store chains. Such a move will strip communities of their beloved wine shops, reduce consumer choice, and ultimately benefit only the largest corporations.

We, the community, are rallying against this corporate takeover and urge you to stand with us. It's essential to protect our vibrant wine culture, the livelihoods of local wineries, and the success of independently-owned wine shops.

Say NO to bills S1279 and A1328. Take a stand against corporate greed and help safeguard the heart and soul of our communities.

Thank you for your attention to this crucial issue. I hope to count on your support in this fight and would appreciate a reply detailing how you plan to oppose this harmful legislation.

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