Bay Ridge Wine & Spirits Sold After Decades In Annapolis

New owner pledges to keep familiar team and traditions in place

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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Bay Ridge Wine & Spirits, a long-standing liquor store in Annapolis, Maryland, has been sold to a new owner, Seema Patel. The previous owners, Dave Marberger and his wife, have decided to focus on their other business. Patel has pledged to maintain the store's familiar faces and day-to-day operations, including longtime staff members and customer-favorite promotions like BOGO deals and Customer Appreciation Days.

Why it matters

Bay Ridge Wine & Spirits has been a staple in the Annapolis community for decades, known for its wide selection, competitive pricing, and commitment to customer service. The new ownership transition ensures the store's traditions and community ties will continue, even as some minor cosmetic updates are expected.

The details

The sale of Bay Ridge Wine & Spirits closed on February 20, 2026. Marberger and his wife, who had bought the store from her father Chuck Ferrar, decided to sell the Annapolis location to focus on their other business. The new owner, Seema Patel, is keeping the store's familiar staff in place, including wine buyer Sam and general manager Cindy. While some minor changes like refreshed floor displays and product organization are planned, Patel has pledged to maintain the store's overall shopping experience that customers have known since 1991.

  • The sale of Bay Ridge Wine & Spirits closed on February 20, 2026.
  • Bay Ridge Wine & Spirits was established in 1991.

The players

Dave Marberger

The previous owner of Bay Ridge Wine & Spirits, who sold the Annapolis location to focus on the couple's other business.

Chuck Ferrar

The father of Dave Marberger's wife, who previously owned Bay Ridge Wine & Spirits before selling it to the Marbergers.

Seema Patel

The new owner of Bay Ridge Wine & Spirits, who has pledged to maintain the store's familiar team and traditions.

Sam

The longtime employee who will continue overseeing the wine selection at Bay Ridge Wine & Spirits.

Cindy

The general manager who will remain in her role at Bay Ridge Wine & Spirits under the new ownership.

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What they’re saying

“Running two businesses has become more complicated every year with the pace of regulatory changes and the demands that come with doing it right. This move lets us keep our Kent Island business, take care of our team, and spend more time with our family while knowing the Annapolis store is in good hands. It was time for me to be running the store instead of vice versa.”

— Dave Marberger (eyeonannapolis.net)

The takeaway

The sale of Bay Ridge Wine & Spirits ensures the beloved Annapolis liquor store will continue its decades-long tradition of excellent customer service, wide selection, and community involvement under new ownership committed to maintaining the store's familiar team and time-honored promotions.