This bill amends the regulations governing instructional winemaking facilities in New Jersey, allowing them to sell wine for on-premises consumption during specific events aimed at promoting winemaking for personal or household use. It also permits these facilities to donate wine to non-profit and charitable organizations, as well as to provide wine sampling at events sponsored by such organizations. The bill retains the existing limit on on-site wine production, capped at 10% of annual production, but removes the previous restriction that limited the use of this wine solely to replace lost or discarded quantities during the winemaking process.

Additionally, the bill introduces provisions that allow instructional winemaking facilities to sell wine samples at a nominal charge, defined as an open container not exceeding one and one-half ounces. These changes aim to enhance the operational flexibility of instructional winemaking facilities while promoting community engagement through charitable contributions and events. Overall, the bill seeks to modernize the regulations surrounding these facilities, fostering a more supportive environment for winemakers and charitable organizations.