"Carter stated, 'I've just reached acceptance that this is our new normal, and it's awful,' reflecting her frustration with the ongoing delays in wine shipments."
"The Mississippi Department of Revenue reported that during the week ending April 12, there were more than 172,000 cases pending delivery, taking an average of 17 days."
"Carter noted that before the delays began, the wait time for deliveries was typically a few days to two weeks, highlighting the significant impact of the backlog."
"The state's Alcoholic Beverage Control department is responsible for distributing wine and liquor, which differs from other states where individual companies manage alcohol distribution."
Brandi Carter, owner of Levure Bottle Shop in Jackson, Mississippi, faces significant delays in wine shipments due to problems at a state warehouse. The state's Alcoholic Beverage Control department is the sole distributor of liquor in Mississippi, causing unique challenges for retailers. As of mid-April, over 172,000 cases were pending delivery, with an average wait time of 17 days. This is an improvement from March's peak of 220,000 cases and 25 days. Carter reports a backlog resulting in waits of four to five weeks, drastically affecting her business.
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