(Wines&Vines) - The first three months of privatization in Washington state have raised concerns regarding wine pricing, but some of the worst fears have yet to be confirmed. Washington state got out of the liquor business (including wine sales) at the end of May, following the passage of November 2011 ballot Initiative 1183, which garnered support from approximately 60% of voters (see Wines & Vines headline “Privatized: Washington State Votes Yes.”) Distribution was handed to private companies effective June 1.