About Us

The Maryland Wineries Association, formed in 1984, is the non-profit trade association that represents the 80+ wineries in Maryland. The MWA is made up of a board of winery owners – and over 80 members representing wineries and associate members from across the state. MWA's mission is to develop and expand the grape and wine industry in Maryland – through education and promotion.

Benefits of Membership Include:

- In-planning startup assistance during the licensing and zoning/planning process
- Free admittance to attend bi-annual member meetings held at member wineries within MD
- A dedicated business page on the Maryland Wineries Association website
- Invitation to join the private MWA Members Facebook group
- A business listing on the tri-industry Maryland Craft Beverages app
- Weekly newsletters with industry, regulatory, and association updates
- Discounted registration pricing for educational workshops and seminars
- Local & state regulatory assistance
- Promotion and marketing of the larger industry to consumers
- Federal, state and county advocacy on behalf of your business, and the larger industry
- Opportunities to participate in exclusive Maryland Wineries Association festivals and wine competitions

Benefits of Membership for Affiliates include:

- Invitations to attend bi-annual member meetings (with opportunities to sponsor and present)
- A dedicated affiliate member page on the Maryland Wineries Association website
- Weekly newsletters with industry, regulatory, and association updates
- The ability to host educational seminars and webinars
- Invitation to join the private MWA Members Facebook group
- Opportunities to sponsor MWA festivals, events, workshops and competitions
- Access to work with dozens of licensed wineries and in-planning members