Melissa Aellen is shaking things up in the wine world with Simple Theory Wines, and let me tell you, it's a game-changer! We dive into her journey of creating a downtown tasting room, which is totally a win for wine lovers everywhere. Melissa shares the fun and not-so-fun challenges she faced, like navigating those pesky alcohol laws in Maryland—seriously, no wine in grocery stores? What is this, the 1950s? Plus, she’s got big plans for the future, including planting some fancy hybrid grapes and even building a wine cave! So grab a glass, sit back, and join us as we sip and chat about all things wine and local business.