In March, we were first to report the chain was planning a location in Moore. Afterward, their liquor license application was rejected by the ABLE commission, as state law does not allow out-of-state ownership.
However, Total Wine is in the process of appealing that decision and has been successful in overturning similar statutes in several other states. The plan for a second location seems to indicate confidence in moving forward in Oklahoma. If things proceed, look for a third location in the Memorial/Edmond area.
Total Wine & More is the largest independent retailer of fine wine and operates 266 stores in 28 states.
A typical store is 25,000 square feet and carries more than 8,000 different wines from every wine-producing region in the world. They also carry more than 2,500 beers including many hard-to-find microbrews and imports. Plus 3,000 different spirits as well as all types of mixers and entertaining accessories.
The stores have frequent tastings and classes as well.
