(Drinksint) - Pernod Ricard USA has announced the appointment of Southern Wine & Spirits of America as its spirits and wine distributor in the state of Washington. Martin Crane, senior vice president of sales at Pernod Ricard USA, said the move - which is effective March 1 - coincides with the “privatisation of Washington’s market”. He said: “This appointment further enhances our powerful route to market, which now includes relationships with Southern Wine and Spirits in 28 markets across the U.S.