Vermont direct-to-consumer (DTC) wine shipping rules and regulations

It feels like everyone is ordering wine online. Does Vermont permit DTC wine shipping? Find out and learn wine tax rates and rules for your state.

Vermont wine taxes, permits, and rules

Last Updated:

08/01/2021

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Licensing

DTC License Required: Yes

License Type: DTC Permit

License Fee: $330

License Expiration: April 30 of each year

License Bond: No

Sales tax

State Sales Tax: Yes

State Sales Tax Rate: 6.000%

Local Sales Tax: Yes

Local Sales Tax Range: 0%–1%

Sales Tax on Shipping: Yes

Alcohol tax

Malt and Vinous Beverage Tax: $0.55/gal

Volume limits

Consumer Limit: 12 cases per person annually

Per State Aggregate: Unlimited

Returns

Sales and Use Tax: Monthly or quarterly by the 25th

Excise Tax: Quarterly by the 25th

Direct Shipment: Semiannually by the 10th

Record Retention: At least 5 years

Product requirements*

Product Restrictions: Only wines produced by the permittee may be sold and shipped to consumers. Direct shipment of wine over 16% prohibited.

Product Registration: No

Registration Fees: N/A

Product Requirements: A holder of any shipping license granted shall: ensure that all containers of alcoholic beverages shipped are clearly labeled: “contains alcohol; signature of individual age 21 or older required for delivery.”

*Nearly all states have some kind of rule regarding how wine must be labeled when being shipped direct to consumer. Please check for the unique rule for your state.

Additional information

Vermont DOR site

Please note: Tax rates, rules, and regulations change frequently. Although we hope you'll find this information helpful, this page is for informational purposes only and does not provide legal or tax advice.