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A: No, they are completely separate companies with different purposes and operations.
Virginia Beer Distribution Company (VBDC) focuses exclusively on beer distribution for Virginia breweries, while Virginia Winery Distribution Company (VWDC)
focuses exclusively on wine, cider, and mead distribution for Virginia wineries. They share their housing within VDACS and their commitment to supporting
Virginia's beverage industry.
A: VBDC and VWDC are two separate, independent distribution companies that serve different sectors of Virginia's beverage industry.
VWDC was established by the Virginia General Assembly in 2007 to provide wholesale wine distribution services for licensed Virginia wineries and farm wineries.
VBDC was established more recently in 2024 to provide wholesale beer distribution services for licensed Virginia breweries. While both are non-profit,
non-stock corporations housed within the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS), they operate as distinct entities with separate
boards and operations.
A: This is a co-branded single sign-on portal designed to streamline access for all users, especially retailers and customers who may purchase from both
companies. Many retailers in Virginia buy wine, cider, mead, and beer products, and this unified login system eliminates the need for multiple sets of
credentials while maintaining the separate operations of each company.
- VWDC carries wine, cider, and mead products
- VBDC carries beer and other malt beverage products
A: No, you will need to place separate orders through each company's system. Wine, cider, and mead products must be ordered through VWDC,
and beer products must be ordered through VBDC. However, this co-branded portal allows you to access both systems with a single set of login credentials.
A: The VWDC is transitioning to SSO to streamline access. This means you can use one set of login credentials to access all your associated winery or
retailer accounts and the new dashboard. This reduces the need to remember multiple usernames and passwords, simplifying your experience.
A: No, this single sign-on (SSO) system allows you to use one set of login credentials to access both companies' systems. After logging in, you'll select
which company you want to purchase from, and you'll be directed to the appropriate ordering system.
A: If you have multiple locations, you’ll be able to toggle between locations after logging in.
A: After logging into your SSO account, click add business button and follow the prompts to add a new location or search for a business with an existing account.
There, you will find an option to link a new location.
A: Your existing account information and order history will be preserved. During the transition to this co-branded system, you may need to verify your
identity and link your existing accounts. Contact us if you experience any issues accessing your historical data.
A: Click the "Register" button and follow the prompts. You'll need a valid Virginia ABC license, contact information, and email address.
There is no cost for retailers to sign up with either company.
A: Use the "Forgot Password" link on the login page. You'll receive instructions via email to reset your password. If you continue to have issues, contact us for assistance.
A: No, pricing, terms, and conditions are set independently by each company based on their respective cost structures and business models.
VWDC and VBDC operate separate pricing systems and may have different payment terms, delivery schedules, and minimum order requirements.
A: No, wine/cider/mead and beer orders must be processed and delivered separately as they come from different distribution systems. Furthermore,
each supplier (winery/brewery) handles its own logistics, warehousing, and delivery operations.
A: Both companies have distribution locations across the commonwealth, but specific delivery routes and schedules may vary by location. Contact the specific
wholesale location you’re interested in for each company to confirm service availability for your address.
A: Yes, minimum order requirements, and ordering procedures are set independently by each company’s suppliers. During the ordering process,
you will see the specific minimum order requirement for each winery or brewery clearly displayed.
A: Yes. Not only will you receive separate invoices from each company but you will receive a separate invoice for each wholesale location you purchase from.
Payment terms and methods may also differ between the two companies.
A: Yes, you can establish different payment arrangements with each company based on your business needs and their respective policies.
Keep in mind, regardless of which company you’re purchasing from, Fintech is our preferred payment processor.
A: For wine-related questions, orders, or issues, contact VWDC at vwdc@vdacs.virginia.gov or 804.225.3662.
For beer-related questions, orders, or issues, contact VBDC at vbdc@vdacs.virginia.gov or 804-786-3939 or 804-887-3112.
A: You'll need to contact each company separately for questions specific to their products and services.
However, both companies are housed within VDACS and can provide general guidance about Virginia's beverage distribution landscape.
A: The application is available to all browsers accessing the world wide web. However, user experience will be optimized on Chrome, Edge, Safari and other major browser networks.
A: Yes, the portal is designed to be mobile-friendly, though some features may be optimized for desktop use.
For the full ordering experience, we recommend using a desktop or tablet.
A: Contact the appropriate company's customer service team. They can help troubleshoot login issues, ordering problems, or other technical difficulties you may encounter.
For wine, cider, or mead: vwdc@vdacs.virginia.gov or 804-225-3662
For beer: vbdc@vdacs.virginia.gov or 804-786-3939 or 804-887-3112
For wine, cider, or mead: vwdc@vdacs.virginia.gov or 804-225-3662
For beer: vbdc@vdacs.virginia.gov or 804-786-3939 or 804-887-3112
A: After selecting your company (VBDC or VWDC), you'll see only the products available through that distributor. VWDC carries wines, ciders, and meads from
Virginia wineries, while VBDC carries beers and other malt beverage products from Virginia breweries.
A: While the system doesn’t show product inventory levels, active products indicate product availability. Check with each company’s wholesale locations about
their specific product inventory and availability.
A: Each company’s product catalog shows the most relevant details for its products—VWDC provides wine-specific information (such as varietals, vintages,
fermentation vessel, etc.) while VBDC displays beer-related details (style, description, accolades, and container types and sizes).
Users will be able to view these product details and more in the product catalog.