Constellation Brands

Constellation Brands produces, imports, and markets beer, wine, and spirits. Its portfolio includes Corona Extra, Modelo Especial, Kim Crawford wines, and SVEDKA vodka. The company operates in the United States, Canada, Mexico, New Zealand, Italy, and other countries worldwide.

Christopher Baldwin

Chairman and Board Member

Jennifer Evans

SVP and CFO, Wine and Spirits Division

Sam Glaetzer

Executive Vice President and President of the Wine and Spirits Division

David Klein

EVP, CFO

Thomas Mullin

Executive Vice President

William Newlands

Executive Vice President and President, Wine and Spirits Division

Marvin Sands

Founder and CEO

Rob Sands

Chairman Of The Board

John Utter

Senior Vice President of New Business Ventures

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hiyo

Seed Round in 2025
Hiyo develops mindful social tonics and stress-relieving beverages formulated with organic adaptogens, natural nootropics, and functional botanicals. The drinks are designed to support cognitive function, aid digestion, and reduce inflammation, offering a better-than-alcohol alternative with mood-lifting effects and appealing taste. The products are vegan, gluten-free, and non-GMO, reflecting a commitment to health-conscious, inclusive options that fit social occasions without compromising wellness.

Sea Smoke

Acquisition in 2024
Sea Smoke is a wine manufacturing company located in Lompoc, California, known for its production of high-quality, vintage wines. The company specializes in biodynamically farmed pinot noir and chardonnay, ensuring that its grapes are cultivated with sustainable practices that respect the environment. Sea Smoke operates its own vineyard, where it focuses on creating distinctive wines that reflect the unique terroir of the region. Through careful cultivation and a commitment to quality, Sea Smoke has established a reputation for excellence in the wine industry.

Canopy Growth

Post in 2022
Canopy Growth is a diversified cannabis and cannabinoid-based consumer product company based in Smiths Falls, Canada. It cultivates and sells both medicinal and recreational cannabis, along with hemp, through a range of brands including Doja, 7ACRES, Tweed, and Deep Space. The company offers a variety of high-quality products, such as dried flower, oil, softgel capsules, infused beverages, edibles, and topicals. Additionally, it produces non-THC products, including skincare items under the Martha Stewart CBD brand and vaporizers from Storz & Bickel. Recently, Canopy Growth merged its U.S. assets into a separate holding company, Canopy USA, which operates independently and is not included in the Canadian company's financials. The company aims to improve lives and strengthen communities through the responsible use of cannabis.

La Fête du Rosé

Seed Round in 2021
La Fête du Rosé is a wine manufacturing company. They produce rosé wine labels geared towards multicultural consumers with a shared thirst for travel, food, and rosé. They produce wines that exude freshness, generous fruit-forward flavors, and balanced acidity.

Empathy Wines

Acquisition in 2020
Empathy Wines, LLC, founded in 2019 and based in New York, specializes in the online production and sale of high-quality, sustainably made wines. The company operates a direct-to-consumer eCommerce platform that allows customers to purchase wines at discounted prices by streamlining the supply chain. By eliminating intermediaries, Empathy Wines aims to offer better quality wines while enhancing affordability for consumers. As of mid-2020, it functions as a subsidiary of Constellation Brands, Inc.

Press Premium Alcohol Seltzer

Corporate Round in 2020
Press Premium Alcohol Seltzer produces hard seltzers in flavors such as blackberry hibiscus, pomegranate ginger, lime lemongrass and grapefruit cardamom. The company creates fruit-infused alcoholic beverages from all-natural ingredients, delivering a light, crisp flavor profile. Its packaged seltzers include blackberry, grapefruit, pomegranate, lime and chamomile varieties, and gluten is removed via carbon filtration.

Karma Wellness Water

Corporate Round in 2019
Karma Wellness Water is a manufacturer of naturally enhanced flavored spring water, designed to provide a nutritious beverage option. The company offers water that contains high levels of vitamins and nutrients, delivered in a mix-to-drink format through its innovative push cap bottles. This packaging allows consumers to access a proprietary blend of probiotics, vitamins, and antioxidants at their optimal potency, promoting both health and convenience.

Nelson's Green Brier Distillery

Acquisition in 2019
Nelson's Green Brier Distillery, LLC, founded in 1867 and based in Nashville, Tennessee, specializes in the production of premium whiskeys, including small-batch Belle Meade Bourbon and a variety of Tennessee Whiskies. The distillery offers an extensive range of products, featuring straight, single barrel, cask strength reserve, as well as sherry, cognac, and madeira-aged bourbons. In addition to its whiskey offerings, the company sells apparel, glasses, barware, and gifts through its online platform. Nelson's Green Brier Distillery also provides unique and immersive tasting experiences for visitors, enhancing their appreciation of the craft of whiskey-making. The company's products are distributed across the United States and internationally, catering to a diverse clientele of whiskey enthusiasts.

Black Button Distilling

Corporate Round in 2019
Black Button Distilling is a grain-to-glass craft distillery that focuses on producing high-quality small-batch spirits. The company emphasizes a farm-to-still approach, utilizing unique and all-natural ingredients sourced from local farms. Annually, Black Button Distilling crafts approximately 115,000 bottles of award-winning products, including bourbon cream, bourbon whiskey, and coffee liqueur. These spirits are available for purchase online and are distributed across 11 states and in Japan, reflecting the distillery's commitment to quality and local sourcing.

Canopy Growth

Post in 2018
Canopy Growth is a diversified cannabis and cannabinoid-based consumer product company based in Smiths Falls, Canada. It cultivates and sells both medicinal and recreational cannabis, along with hemp, through a range of brands including Doja, 7ACRES, Tweed, and Deep Space. The company offers a variety of high-quality products, such as dried flower, oil, softgel capsules, infused beverages, edibles, and topicals. Additionally, it produces non-THC products, including skincare items under the Martha Stewart CBD brand and vaporizers from Storz & Bickel. Recently, Canopy Growth merged its U.S. assets into a separate holding company, Canopy USA, which operates independently and is not included in the Canadian company's financials. The company aims to improve lives and strengthen communities through the responsible use of cannabis.

Laughing Stock Vineyards

Acquisition in 2017
Laughing Stock Vineyards Inc. is a boutique winery located in Penticton, Canada, founded in 2003. Known for its super-premium, small-production wines, the company employs techniques that highlight the unique characteristics of the fruit it cultivates. Laughing Stock Vineyards combines a serious approach to winemaking with a lighthearted attitude, appealing to both connoisseurs and casual wine drinkers. The winery also offers its products through an online channel, allowing broader access to its distinctive offerings. As of December 2017, Laughing Stock Vineyards operates as a subsidiary of Arterra Wines Canada, Inc.

Canopy Growth

Post in 2017
Canopy Growth is a diversified cannabis and cannabinoid-based consumer product company based in Smiths Falls, Canada. It cultivates and sells both medicinal and recreational cannabis, along with hemp, through a range of brands including Doja, 7ACRES, Tweed, and Deep Space. The company offers a variety of high-quality products, such as dried flower, oil, softgel capsules, infused beverages, edibles, and topicals. Additionally, it produces non-THC products, including skincare items under the Martha Stewart CBD brand and vaporizers from Storz & Bickel. Recently, Canopy Growth merged its U.S. assets into a separate holding company, Canopy USA, which operates independently and is not included in the Canadian company's financials. The company aims to improve lives and strengthen communities through the responsible use of cannabis.

Funky Buddha Brewery

Acquisition in 2017
Funky Buddha Brewery LLC, founded in 2010 and based in Oakland Park, Florida, specializes in producing and distributing craft beers across the United States. As a subsidiary of Constellation Brands, Inc. since 2017, Funky Buddha is dedicated to creating bold beers that incorporate culinary-inspired ingredients with traditional brewing techniques. Their product lineup features year-round offerings like the Floridian Hefeweizen and Hop Gun IPA, as well as notable specialty brews such as the No Crusts Peanut Butter and Jelly Brown Ale and the sought-after Maple Bacon Coffee Porter. Utilizing natural ingredients, Funky Buddha Brewery aims to provide unique flavors to thousands of retailers throughout Florida.

Schrader Cellars

Acquisition in 2017
Schrader Cellars, LLC, established in 1998 and headquartered in Calistoga, California, is a renowned winery dedicated to producing high-quality wines. Founded by Fred Schrader with the goal of creating benchmark Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley's most notable vineyards, the company initially sourced grapes from a southern region site before shifting focus to the Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard in 2000. Schrader Cellars now sources grapes from several prestigious Beckstoffer vineyards, including Georges III and Las Piedras, ensuring unparalleled quality. The winery operates on approximately 12 hectares of vineyards and offers transportation and packaging services to enhance the wine experience for enthusiasts.

Catoctin Creek Distilling Company

Seed Round in 2017
Catoctin Creek Distilling Company, LLC is a distillery located in Purcellville, Virginia, specializing in the production of organic, kosher, and solar-powered spirits. Established in 2009, the company produces a diverse range of products, including whisky, gin, brandy, and liqueurs, as well as seasonal releases and private cask offerings. Catoctin Creek engages customers through tastings and tours, enhancing the overall experience of their craft spirits. Their products are available for purchase in various states, including the District of Columbia, Georgia, Kentucky, Maryland, Pennsylvania, New York, Tennessee, Virginia, and Wyoming, as well as through online stores across the United States.

Grupo Modelo

Acquisition in 2016
Grupo Modelo is a prominent brewery based in Mexico, renowned for its production, distribution, and marketing of a diverse range of beer brands. Owned by Anheuser-Busch InBev, the company holds a significant 63% share of the Mexican beer market and is a key exporter, reaching over 180 countries worldwide. Its popular brands include Corona Extra, Modelo Especial, Victoria, Pacífico, and Negra Modelo. In addition to its beer offerings, Grupo Modelo collaborates with Nestlé Waters to distribute bottled water brands such as Sta. María and Nestlé Pureza Vital within Mexico. Through its extensive portfolio and strategic partnerships, Grupo Modelo has established a strong global presence in the beverage industry.

charles smith wines

Acquisition in 2016
Charles Smith Wines, established in 2006 by Charles Smith in Walla Walla, Washington, focuses on creating wines that prioritize immediate enjoyment while maintaining the character of their varietals. The brand, known as The Modernist Project, emphasizes full-flavored, balanced, and approachable wines that are true to their place of origin. Utilizing traditional winemaking techniques, the wines undergo extended maceration on the skins without racking after malolactic fermentation, allowing them to remain on the lees for an extended period. This process enhances the mouthfeel and overall quality of the wines, ensuring they are both accessible and representative of their varietal heritage.

Bardstown Bourbon Company

Acquisition in 2016
Bardstown Bourbon Company is a leading custom distiller specializing in bourbon and rye whiskey. Since its inception in 2016, the company has significantly expanded its operations, quadrupling its capacity to now produce over seven million proof gallons annually. It offers tailored distilling solutions, crafting more than 50 unique mash bills for over 30 premium spirit brands. This positions Bardstown Bourbon among the top 10 whiskey distillers in the United States by volume and establishes it as the largest custom distiller in the country. The company combines distilling expertise with culinary and beverage knowledge to create a modern and authentic bourbon experience for its clientele.

High West Distillery

Acquisition in 2016
High West Distillery is a Utah-based producer of whiskey, spirits, and cocktails. The distillery operates in Wanship, Utah, and distributes its products through channels in the United States, Canada, Australia, China, the United Kingdom, Singapore, and Hong Kong. Founded in 1870, the brand focuses on crafting beverages using traditional methods to offer diverse flavor profiles and quality ingredients.

The Prisoner Wine

Acquisition in 2016
A fine wine company specializing in premium blends. Its portfolio consists of five brands led by The Prisoner, a rapidly growing luxury wine.

Ballast Point Brewing & Spirits

Acquisition in 2015
Ballast Point Brewing & Spirits is a San Diego-based producer of alcoholic beverages, specializing in high-quality beers as well as wine and whiskey. The company operates both online and offline stores, offering a diverse range of products to consumers. Known for its commitment to quality, Ballast Point has established itself as a reputable brand in the competitive beverage industry.

Meiomi Wines

Acquisition in 2015
Meiomi Wines is a producer of alcoholic beverages based in Rutherford, California, specializing in wine. The company is renowned for its vibrant, food-friendly wines, particularly its richly flavored and well-balanced Pinot Noir, which is crafted from a blend of grapes sourced from California's prominent coastal regions, including Sonoma County, Monterey County, and Santa Barbara County. Meiomi Wines aims to appeal to a broad range of consumers by offering stylish wines that are ready to drink upon release, making them suitable for any occasion. Additionally, the company provides related gift card options, enhancing the consumer experience.

Casa Noble Tequila

Acquisition in 2014
Casa Noble Tequila produces and sells tequila. It markets and sells its products through stores and restaurants/bars in the United States.

Mark West Wines

Acquisition in 2012
Mark West Wines is a producer of wine and spirits, specializing in vintage wines. The company offers a diverse range of flavors, including black cherry, cola, strawberry, and plum, complemented by soft tannins. Through its commitment to quality and flavor variety, Mark West Wines caters to a wide audience of wine enthusiasts.

Ruffino

Acquisition in 2011
Ruffino is a distinguished producer of Italian wines and spirits, founded in 1877 by cousins Ilario and Leopoldo Ruffino in Pontassieve, near Florence. The company has built a reputation for crafting a diverse selection of red and white wines, catering to a broad customer base with a focus on quality and affordability. Ruffino's long-standing heritage in winemaking reflects its commitment to traditional techniques while also embracing modern practices, ensuring that it remains a significant player in the wine industry.

Beam Wine Estates

Acquisition in 2007
Beam Wine Estates produces and distributes wine. Beam Wine Estates which includes Clos du Bois, Geyser Peak, Wild Horse and Buena Vista.

SVEDKA

Acquisition in 2007
SVEDKA Vodka has been making its mark since it was first imported in 1998. It’s now the 2nd largest imported vodka and the #7 spirit brand in the United States*. And its popularity keeps growing.

Vincor International

Acquisition in 2006
Vincor International operates as a premier wine company. Vincor's premium brands include Inniskillin, Jackson- Triggs, R.H. Phillips, Toasted Head, Hogue, Goundrey, Amberley, Sumac Ridge, Hawthorne Mountain, Kim Crawford, Kumala, Ancient Coast and Sawmill Creek. Vincor's popular priced wines include Entre-Lacs, L'Ambiance, Sola Nero and Notre Vin Maison.

Ravenswood Winery

Acquisition in 2001
Ravenswood Winery is a producer and marketer of premium California wines, primarily based in Sonoma, California. The company focuses on crafting and selling wines exclusively under the Ravenswood brand name, with a strong emphasis on red varietals such as Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and notably Zinfandel. Additionally, Ravenswood offers a selection of white wines, including Chardonnay, French Colombard, and Gewurztraminer. By providing a diverse range of Zinfandel-focused wines, Ravenswood caters to a broad customer base while maintaining competitive pricing in the market.

Franciscan Vineyards

Acquisition in 1999
Franciscan Vineyards owns and operates wineries and vineyards. The company produces wines. It offers its products to restaurants and retail stores.

Simi Winery

Acquisition in 1999
Simi Winery operates as a producer of wine and spirits. The winery was founded in San Francisco, California in 1876 by two Italian brothers, Giuseppe and Pietro Simi, who had immigrated to the United States during the California Gold Rush.

Matthew Clark Holdings

Acquisition in 1998
Matthew Clark Holdings is a UK-based distributor specializing in alcoholic beverages. Its extensive portfolio includes wine, beer, spirits, champagnes, and other related products.

Barton

Acquisition in 1993
Barton, Inc. produces, markets, and sells distilled spirits. The company’s products include wine, beer, rum, whisky, vodka, bourbon, and tequila, as well as prepared cocktails and entries various spirits categories. It operates production facilities in the United States and Canada.

Archer Roose

Archer Roose is a global wine brand dedicated to making wine more accessible via innovative packaging like cans and kegs. They focus on sustainability and transparency, offering artisan-quality wines at affordable prices.
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