HB 17-1145

HB 17-1145, also known as the Amateur Winemaker Tastings Contests & Judgings bill, allows amateur winemakers to showcase their wines at organized events like contests and tastings without needing a license. These wine samples are limited to 6 ounces each and cannot be sold to attendees. The bill builds on existing laws that already permit similar activities for amateur beer brewers. Since the bill has been signed into law, amateur winemakers can now participate in these events legally across Colorado.

Official Summary

Current law exempts amateur beer brewers and winemakers from licensing. Current law also authorizes amateur beer brewers to enter their brews in organized events, such as contests, tastings, or judgings at licensed premises. The bill expands this authorization for events to winemakers who qualify for the amateur exemption. The wine portions are limited to 6 ounces and cannot be sold to the general public. (Note: This summary applies to the reengrossed version of this bill as introduced in the second house.)

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