Covid-19 Policy

In response to Executive Order 2020-04, declaring a state of emergency across the state of Michigan concerning the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), Great Lakes Wine & Spirits has taken the following action steps to ensure the safety of our employees and customers during the COVID-19 pandemic in accordance with OSHA and CDC recommendations:

Implement Basic Infection Prevention Measures
  • Emphasizing basic infection prevention measures. Implement good hygiene and infection control including frequent and thorough hand- washing, encourage employees to stay home if sick, and respiratory etiquette, including covering coughs and sneezes with tissue or sleeve
  • Employees to clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces (phones, computers, keyboards, desks, etc.).
  • Hands-free doors, trash cans, hand sanitization stations
  • Sanitize office, warehouse, and delivery vehicles between each shift
  • New café procedures including pre-packaged food, only handled by SERV Safe Provider.
  • Social Distancing and Hygiene Safety signs displayed in all facilities
Implement Workplace Controls
  • Any employee exhibiting symptoms must leave the facility immediately
  • Utilizing Telemedicine service for all employees
  • Sanitization kits in each delivery vehicle
  • Restructured and painted/marked zones in warehouse to (visually) ensure social distancing in warehouse workspaces
  • No out-state/country visitors allowed in building(s)
  • Flexible work schedules, staggered start times, work remotely if/when possible
  • Providing workers with up-to-date information on COVID-19 risk factors and protective behaviors
  • Daily discussions with union stewards and union leadership to address any issues ideas or best practices

For Michigan Coronavirus/COVID-19 information and updates go to https://www.michigan.gov/Coronavirus

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Browne Family Vineyards Malbec

Browne Family Vineyards the namesake of William Bitner Browne. A decorated WWII Veteran and the grandfather of Andrew Browne who started the winery over 20 years ago in Washington wine country. Malbec, often the forgotten Bordeaux varietal, is 100% of the variety breakdown in this wine. 2016 was the tail of the distinctively warm few years. The season started quickly with the vigorous vine growth due to these warm temperatures. By June temperatures began to cool considerably creating optimal growing conditions for fruit maturation. With help from these conditions, which Columbia Valley is known for, the wines showed more savory characteristics than in years past. Winemaker Notes: Aromas of blackberry blossom and black pepper lead into flavors of mixed berries and spearmint. A classic Washington state Malbec, this wine is viscous and creamy with medium tannins and a long, sweet oak and black fruit finish. This wine is full of flavors and will pair with lean meats like flank steak or chicken thighs with a wilted spinach salad. 91 POINTS 2016 VintageJamesSuckling.com James Suckling

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Winery
Browne Family Vineyards
Variety
Malbec
Country
USA
Color
Red
Region
Columbia Valley, Washington
ABV
13.5%
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From our earliest days as a corner store and one-man operation to today, Great Lakes Wine & Spirits has remained a family-owned-and-operated Michigan-based business. With over 800 employees and facilities throughout the state, Great Lakes Wine & Spirits serves all 83 Michigan counties. We have developed into a multi-faceted industry leader in the alcoholic beverage wholesale business and provide goods and services to nearly 14,000 local businesses.

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“Great Lakes Wine & Spirits is one of our major suppliers of wine and spirits. We have the pleasure of working with the same sales managers we’ve been working with for over 30 years. The knowledge, selection, and service combined with our long-term relationship provides meaningful value to our business.”

Kameel Chamelly
CEO, Martha’s Vineyard Gourmet and Nantucket Baking Company

“Great Lakes Wine & Spirits and Plum Market have shared a symbiotic relationship for years. We rely on GLW&S to be our key supplier, and their range of products is unequalled. The leadership is outstanding and committed, and their level of service and attention to detail are excellent.”

Marc Jonna
Co-Founder, Plum Market

“An incredible portfolio that speaks for itself. But what really sets Great Lakes Wine & Spirits apart from other distributors is their customer service! The whole organization from top to bottom sets the standard on how it should be done.”

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