More on Missouri

September 30, 2013 Dear Client: Last week you'll recall the 8th Circuit threw out Southern Wine & Spirits' attempt to rid Missouri of wholesaler residency laws, marking a victory for in-state wholesalers (namely Major Brands) and those in favor of state's rights (see BBD 09-26-2013). There are some bigger picture items here, though, that we'd like to point out to our readers. There's been a lot made of A-B's attempt to purchase branches. Meanwhile, the wine and spirits industry is