General government administration, State government
Wine & Spirits
HistoryThe Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board (PLCB) regulates the distribution of beverage alcohol in Pennsylvania, operates more than 600 Fine Wine & Good Spirits stores statewide, and licenses 20,000 alcohol producers, retailers, and handlers. The agency was created by state law on Nov. 29, 1933, at the end of Prohibition. Pennsylvania is one of 17 states and two Maryland counties in the U.S. that controls the sale of alcohol. The agency is governed by a three-person Board whose members are appointed by the Governor and confirmed by two-thirds of the state Senate. In addition, the PLCB also works to reduce and prevent dangerous and underage drinking through partnerships with schools, community groups, and licensees. Taxes and store profits - totaling more than $15 billion since the agency's inception - are returned to Pennsylvania's General Fund, which finances Pennsylvania's schools, health and human services programs, and law enforcement, among other important public services.SpecialtiesAs one of the largest purchasers of wine and spirits in the world, Fine Wine & Good Spirits is able to provide Pennsylvania consumers with a wide selection of products at more than 600 Fine Wine & Good Spirits stores located throughout the commonwealth. If you want to shop from home, go to FineWineAndGoodSpirits.com which offers product information, exclusive products available for purchase, tempting food pairing ideas and helpful entertaining tips. Browse the unique selection of wine and spirits from around the globe, place an order and get it shipped to your home or business. Our goal is to provide consumers with a world-class shopping experience that is both educational and convenient.