Investors in Wine

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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.
Made 19 investments in Wine

U.S. Department of Agriculture

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) leads initiatives in food, agriculture, natural resources, and rural development. It aims to expand markets for agricultural products globally, foster alternative markets domestically, improve rural infrastructure, enhance food safety, promote nutrition education, and manage public lands collaboratively.
Made 6 investments in Wine

Vintage Wine Estates

Vintage Wine Estates is a privately held wine company comprised of a consortium of vintner families with extensive experience in the wine industry. The company owns a diverse collection of winery estates and brands, including Clos Pegase Winery, Cosentino Winery, Girard Winery, B.R. Cohn Winery, Swanson Vineyards, Viansa Sonoma, Windsor Vineyards, Cameron Hughes, Firesteed, and several others. Vintage Wine Estates is dedicated to producing high-quality wines and providing exceptional customer experiences across its wineries located in Napa, Sonoma, California's Central Coast, Oregon, and Washington State. The brand portfolio also features exclusive labels such as Middle Sister, Tall Dark Stranger, Pro-mis-Q-ous, Monogamy, Girl & Dragon, and Purple Cowboy, reflecting a commitment to craftsmanship and innovation in winemaking.
Made 4 investments in Wine

Enhanced Capital Partners

Founded in 1999, Enhanced Capital Partners is a New York-based investment firm managing over $400 million. It specializes in equity and debt investments for small to mid-sized companies across various sectors, with a focus on healthcare technology systems and TMT industries.
Made 1 investment in Wine

Campari Group

Campari Group, founded in 1860 by Gaspare Campari, is an Italian beverage company that specializes in the production and distribution of a diverse range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. The company is recognized as a leading manufacturer of liqueurs, holding a significant market share in this category. Its extensive portfolio features over 50 brands, including well-known products such as Campari Bitter, Aperol, Cinzano, and Grand Marnier, alongside popular spirits like SKYY Vodka and Wild Turkey bourbon. In addition to liqueurs, Campari Group also produces champagne and sparkling wines, catering to various consumer preferences. The company is headquartered in Italy and operates globally, emphasizing its status as a prominent player in the beverage industry.
Made 5 investments in Wine

Stock Spirits Group

Stock Spirits Group is a producer and distributor of branded spirits primarily in Central and Eastern Europe. Founded in 1884 and headquartered in Wooburn Green, United Kingdom, the company offers a diverse portfolio of alcoholic beverages, including vodka, flavored liqueurs, rum, brandy, wines, whisky, gin, herbal bitters, and limoncello. Stock Spirits Group is committed to providing naturally made drinks, avoiding the use of colorants and artificial flavors. In addition to its regional focus, the company exports its products to approximately 50 countries worldwide, enhancing drinking occasions for consumers and retailers alike.
Made 1 investment in Wine

Pernod Ricard

Founded in 1805, Pernod Ricard is a global leader in the production and distribution of wines and spirits. Its extensive portfolio includes iconic brands such as Absolut Vodka, Chivas Regal, Jameson Irish Whiskey, Martell Cognac, and Mumm Champagne, among others. The company is committed to promoting responsible drinking and community initiatives.
Made 9 investments in Wine

Integrated Beverage Group

Integrated Beverage Group LLC, founded in 2007 and based in Denver, Colorado, specializes in the production and marketing of wines, offering products in both bottles and cans. The company serves the food industry by distributing its wines through various retailers. Integrated Beverage Group employs a proprietary, patent-pending methodology to create replica wines by reverse engineering admired wine profiles. Though it is not possible to produce identical copies, the company utilizes data and skilled winemakers to craft high-quality beverages. By focusing on product purity, Integrated Beverage Group aims to provide clients with access to organically produced wines at competitive prices, positioning itself as a distinctive player in the wine market.
Made 1 investment in Wine

TricorBraun

TricorBraun Holdings Inc. is a leading distributor of rigid packaging solutions, headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri. The company offers a diverse range of packaging products, including plastic and glass containers, closures, dispensers, tubes, and flexible packaging, serving various customer end markets across North America. In addition to its distribution capabilities, TricorBraun operates a fully integrated design studio that specializes in package design, development, and custom mold building. The company has received numerous industry accolades, including WorldStar, AmeriStar, and American Packaging Design Awards, highlighting its commitment to innovation and quality in packaging solutions.
Made 7 investments in Wine

Breakthru Beverage Group

Breakthru Beverage Group is a leading distributor of alcoholic beverages, including wines, spirits, and beers, operating in several states such as Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Illinois, Minnesota, Nevada, and Wisconsin. The company is focused on transforming the standards of beverage distribution by embracing innovation and driving growth. Breakthru Beverage Group is recognized for its commitment to quality and integrity, which are central to its business practices. With a strong emphasis on financial stability, the company aims to set new benchmarks in the industry, enhancing both its identity and execution standards in beverage distribution.
Made 3 investments in Wine

E & J Gallo Winery

Founded in California, E&J Gallo Winery is a prominent winery company that produces and distributes a diverse range of wines. Their portfolio includes table wine, malt beverages, dessert wine, distilled spirits, and imported wines.
Made 4 investments in Wine

Diageo

Diageo is a premium drinks company with a diverse portfolio of beverage alcohol brands across spirits, beer and wine, including Johnnie Walker, Smirnoff, Baileys, Captain Morgan, Crown Royal, J&B, Buchanan's, Guinness, Tanqueray, Ciroc, Ketel One and Jose Cuervo. Formed in 1997 through the merger of Grand Metropolitan and Guinness, it became the leading premium drinks company and the largest distiller by sales after expanding with Seagram assets in 2001, adding Captain Morgan and Crown Royal to its lineup. Since then, the company pursued bolt-on acquisitions to extend its geographic and brand reach while divesting noncore wine assets in 2015. Diageo operates globally across multiple markets, maintaining a broad portfolio across spirits, beer and premium wines, and emphasizes premiumization and diverse consumer brands.
Made 7 investments in Wine

Bacchus Capital

Founded in 2007 and based in San Francisco with a presence in New York, Bacchus Capital is an investment firm focused on the wine industry. It provides strategic capital and operational expertise to profitable U.S. wineries and wine-related businesses with significant growth potential.
Made 7 investments in Wine

Anora

Anora is a wine and spirits brand house in the Nordic region and a global industry forerunner in sustainability.
Made 3 investments in Wine

IDIA Capital Investissement

Founded in 1980, IDIA Capital Investissement is a private equity firm based in Montrouge, France. It serves as the private equity arm of Crédit Agricole Capital Investissement, investing in SMEs and specializing in capital development for mid-sized companies across various sectors.
Made 4 investments in Wine

LVMH

LVMH Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton is a global leader in the luxury goods sector, specializing in the design, manufacture, and sale of high-end products. Its diverse portfolio encompasses wines and spirits, fashion and leather goods, perfumes and cosmetics, as well as watches and jewelry. The company also participates in the selective retailing and distribution of its products, catering to travelers across Europe, North America, and Asia. Founded in 1854 and headquartered in Paris, LVMH has established a significant presence in the luxury market, operating over 2,000 stores worldwide.
Made 5 investments in Wine

Monogram Capital Partners

Founded in 2014, Monogram Capital Partners is a private equity firm based in Beverly Hills, California. The firm focuses on investing in consumer-facing companies across various sectors such as retail, beauty and personal care, pets, consumer healthcare, food and beverage, manufacturing, and restaurants. With over $1.4 billion of equity capital invested primarily in consumer and retail businesses, the firm partners with management teams to develop category leaders by providing flexible capital, industry expertise, and strategic relationships.
Made 2 investments in Wine

SFC Capital

SFC Capital is a United Kingdom based venture capital firm founded in 2012 that focuses on early-stage investments, including pre-seed and seed rounds, in sectors such as software, technology, e-commerce, consumer products, enterprise solutions, green technology, medical technology, and hospitality. It backs UK startups through an Angel Network and seed funds, providing capital and guidance and offering access to SEIS- and EIS-qualifying investment opportunities. The firm is described as a leading seed investor in the UK.
Made 2 investments in Wine

C&C Group

C&C Group plc is a manufacturer, marketer, and distributor of a diverse range of beverages, including cider, beer, wine, soft drinks, and bottled water. The company is known for leading cider brands such as Bulmers and Magners, as well as a variety of English ciders under the C&C Brands range. Its beer offerings include Tennent's Lager and several other brands. In addition to ciders and beers, C&C Group provides wines, vodka, and gin, along with bottled water and soft drinks. The company operates in multiple markets, including the Republic of Ireland, Scotland, England and Wales, the United States, and Canada, and it also distributes third-party branded beverage products. Established in 1935, C&C Group is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland.
Made 5 investments in Wine

Italian Wine Brands

Italian Wine Brands S.p.A. is a prominent Italian private wine group based in Milan, specializing in the production and distribution of quality wines from renowned Italian wine-growing regions. The company operates through various sales channels, including distance selling and wholesale, and primarily markets its wines under the Giordano brand. In addition to wine, Italian Wine Brands offers gourmet food products, including espresso coffee under the Italian Art Café brand and extra virgin olive oil under the Terre dei Gigli brand. The company serves a global market, catering to diverse customer needs in the retail, direct sales, and Horeca sectors.
Made 2 investments in Wine

Brown-Forman

Founded in 1870, Brown-Forman is a leading global spirits producer, renowned for its whiskey brands such as Jack Daniel's, Woodford Reserve, and Old Forester. It offers a diverse portfolio of spirits, wines, and liqueurs, with a significant portion of revenue generated from the whiskey category. The company operates internationally, with key markets including the United States, Europe, Australia, and Latin America.

Far Niente Wine Estates

Far Niente Wine Estates LLC is a prominent wine producer based in Oakville, California, established in 1979. The company operates two winery facilities and ten standalone vineyard properties located in Napa and Sonoma. Far Niente is engaged in the production and sale of wines, which are distributed through national wholesale channels via a network of distributors. Additionally, the company sells its wines directly to consumers online and through its visitor centers in Northern California. This multi-faceted distribution approach allows Far Niente to reach a wide audience while maintaining a strong presence in the premium wine market.

Veepee

Veepee is an international e-commerce company that specializes in online sales events. Founded by Michael Bernabou in 2001, the company is headquartered in La Plaine Saint Denis, France. Veepee operates a website that offers a diverse range of products, including ready-to-wear clothing, fashion accessories, homewares, wine, toys, sports equipment, and high-tech items. The company is known for its unique clearance sales model, which creates event-based shopping experiences for customers both in France and internationally.
Made 1 investment in Wine

Whiterock Finance

Established in 2012, Whiterock Finance is a Belfast-based firm offering financial solutions to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Northern Ireland. It provides loans ranging from £25,000 to £3 million, along with growth capital investments between £1 million and £5 million. The company focuses on supporting SMEs in manufacturing, engineering, or tradable services sectors with export potential.
Made 2 investments in Wine

Seven Hills Winery

Established in 1988, Seven Hills Winery is a renowned winery based in Walla Walla, Washington. It specializes in crafting merlot and cabernet sauvignon-based wines that reflect the unique characteristics of their origin. The company's products are distributed across several countries, including the United States, Denmark, Canada, Belgium, Hong Kong, and Taiwan.

Minibar Delivery

Minibar Delivery is a marketplace that specializes in the on-demand delivery of wine, spirits, beer, and mixers. The company connects consumers with local liquor stores, vineyards, and bartenders, allowing customers to access a wide selection of premium alcoholic beverages. With operations in over 30 cities, including major markets like New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Chicago, Washington D.C., Miami, and Dallas, Minibar Delivery offers a convenient shopping experience that enhances traditional alcohol procurement. By facilitating quick and easy access to a diverse range of products, Minibar Delivery meets the growing demand for efficient and personalized service in the beverage industry.
Made 1 investment in Wine

Compagnie Nationale à Portefeuille

Compagnie Nationale à Portefeuille (CNP) is a private investment firm focused on supporting the long-term development of sector-leading and emerging companies in Europe. With a rich history in direct investing, CNP operates across various sectors, including agribusiness, wine, energy, publishing, media, selective distribution, and luxury goods. The firm is dedicated to fostering sustainable value creation through strategic, financial, and governmental stewardship. CNP is controlled by the Frere family and aims to provide investment management services to corporate investors and other European enterprises, emphasizing a commitment to both established and nascent market leaders.
Made 2 investments in Wine

Solera Beverage Group

Solera Beverage Group is one of the largest beverage companies in the Nordics, focusing on the import and distribution of a wide range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, including wine, spirits, beer, cider, mineral water, and soft drinks. The company primarily serves the state retail alcohol monopolies in Norway, Sweden, and Finland, while also providing products to the HORECA sector and travel retail in the Nordic and Baltic regions, as well as grocery and convenience chains in Norway. Headquartered in Oslo, Solera employs approximately 140 people and has a long history dating back to 1924 with the establishment of Einar A. Engelstad in Norway. Over the years, Solera has successfully represented numerous major international brand owners, contributing to its significant turnover, which was around €160.1 million in 2013.
Made 1 investment in Wine

United Spirits

United Spirits Limited manufactures and sells spirits, beer, wine, and other alcoholic beverages. Its brand portfolio includes McDowell's No.1, Royal Challenge, Black Dog, Signature, Antiquity, Director's Special Black, McDowell's Rum, McDowell's Brandy, Bagpiper, Old Tavern, and Haywards.

Peter Piper Pizza

Peter Piper Pizza is a restaurant chain based in Phoenix, Arizona, specializing in handcrafted food. The establishment offers a diverse menu that includes pizza, wings, starters, salads, desserts, and a selection of beverages, including beer and wine. In addition to its dining offerings, Peter Piper Pizza provides entertainment options such as games and hosts various events, including birthday parties.

FreshDirect

FreshDirect is a prominent online grocery retailer based in the Bronx, New York, that specializes in delivering fresh food directly to consumers. Established in 2002, the company serves customers across seven states, including the metropolitan areas of New York City, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C. FreshDirect is dedicated to sourcing high-quality meat, fish, produce, and specialty items through direct relationships with suppliers, growers, and farmers. The product range includes prepared foods, fruits, vegetables, dairy, bakery items, as well as wines and spirits. As part of the Ahold Delhaize family of companies, FreshDirect emphasizes freshness and taste in its offerings, aiming to provide a convenient and reliable grocery shopping experience.

Heartstone Inns

Heartstone Inns Ltd. is a UK-based company that operates a network of food-led managed pubs, primarily located in the south and south west of the country. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Reading, Heartstone Inns focuses on acquiring quality freehold pubs that provide a diverse selection of food and drink options. The company's establishments are designed to create a relaxed atmosphere, allowing customers to enjoy meals and beverages with friends and family while fostering a sense of community and entertainment. Through its commitment to quality service and a welcoming environment, Heartstone Inns aims to enhance the pub experience for its patrons.

Convivialité Ventures

Founded in 2017, Convivialité Ventures is a venture capital arm of Pernod Ricard Group based in San Francisco. It specializes in startup investments, focusing on technology, products, services, augmented entertainment, business-to-business, retail, and sustainability sectors.

Hedonova

Hedonova is an alternative investment firm that specializes in providing a range of asset and investment management services to investors. The company focuses on diverse asset classes, including wine, art, startups, real estate, equipment finance, litigation finance, and student investments. By offering a variety of investment opportunities, Hedonova enables its clients to achieve a well-diversified investment portfolio, catering to both traditional and emerging markets. Through its innovative approach, the firm seeks to meet the evolving needs of its investors in a dynamic financial landscape.

Inn Collection

The Inn Collection is a hospitality and pub company based in Alnwick, United Kingdom, operating a network of pubs and inns primarily in North England, including regions such as Northumberland, County Durham, North Yorkshire, and the Lake District. Founded in 2013, the company caters to a diverse clientele, including walkers, cyclists, golfers, and families, by offering a range of accommodation options, from single and double rooms to family accommodations. In addition to lodging, The Inn Collection provides a variety of food and beverage services, featuring home-cooked pub meals, local cask ales, and a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. The establishment focuses on delivering a comfortable and welcoming environment for guests, emphasizing both quality dining and relaxation.

The Chefs' Warehouse

Founded in 1985, The Chefs' Warehouse is a leading distributor of specialty food products, serving high-end chefs and establishments across the United States and Canada. Its extensive portfolio includes over 55,000 items such as artisan cheeses, unique oils and vinegars, truffles, caviar, chocolate, pastry products, and center-of-the-plate proteins like custom cut beef and seafood.

Coca-Cola FEMSA Philippines

Founded in 1979, Coca-Cola FEMSA Philippines was a bottling and distribution company for soft drinks, water, and juices. It operated as a subsidiary of The Coca-Cola Company until its closure in January 2018.

Berry Bros. & Rudd

Berry Bros. & Rudd is a wine and spirits merchant based in the United Kingdom. The company sells wine from around the world.

THG

THG Holdings plc is an online retailer and technology company based in Manchester, United Kingdom, specializing in direct-to-consumer e-commerce solutions for consumer brand owners. Founded in 2004, the company has developed a robust platform that enables the manufacture and online retail of nutrition, skincare, haircare, and cosmetics products. THG operates a diverse array of websites that sell luxury fashion items and provides various services, including website development, online advertising, marketing, and consultancy. Additionally, it offers warehousing, distribution, and content creation through THG Studios, which supports large-scale projects. Beyond e-commerce, THG is involved in the management of hairdressing salons, hotels, and health clubs. The company was previously known as The Hut Group Limited before rebranding to THG Holdings plc in September 2020.
Made 1 investment in Wine

Challenjers Capital

Challenjers Capital is a venture capital firm established in 2014, with offices in Beijing and Shanghai, China. The firm focuses on investing in start-ups that create authentic products and services, prioritizing genuine innovation over companies that primarily rely on marketing to boost margins. Challenjers Capital targets sectors such as consumer goods and technology, media, and telecommunications (TMT), aiming to support the development of iconic brands for the future.
Made 2 investments in Wine

Ingersoll Rand

Ingersoll Rand is a global industrial technology company headquartered in Davidson, North Carolina, that designs, manufactures, and services mission-critical flow control and compression equipment, along with aftermarket parts and consumables. The company operates in three segments: Industrials, which provides air compression, vacuum, and blower products and related services; Energy, which offers vacuum pumps, compressors, integrated systems, and fluid handling equipment for upstream and downstream energy markets; and Medical, which develops gas, liquid, and precision syringe pumps and compressors for applications such as oxygen therapy, dialysis, patient monitoring, and sterilization. It serves customers across industrial, energy, and medical end-markets worldwide and maintains a network of direct sales and distributors. The business traces its origins to a merger and was renamed in 2020 to reflect a portfolio focused on industrial technologies and precision and science technologies. Revenue was approximately 7.2 billion in 2024.
Made 1 investment in Wine

Ballistic Ventures

Ballistic Ventures is a venture capital firm based in San Mateo, California, founded in 2021, that concentrates on cybersecurity investments. It emphasizes an experienced, connected team and a broad network to support cybersecurity entrepreneurs, providing practical expertise, capital, and strategic connections to help founders scale and commercialize secure solutions.
Made 1 investment in Wine

Inflection Point Ventures

Founded in 2018, Inflection Point Ventures is an angel investment network based in Gurgaon, India. It supports early-to-mid stage startups by providing capital and leveraging its extensive network of investors to offer market access, guidance, and mentorship.
Made 2 investments in Wine

Riello Investimenti Partners

Riello Investimenti Partners is an Italian private equity and asset management firm based in Milan. It targets investments in Italian small and medium enterprises across sectors such as manufacturing, healthcare, energy, media, logistics, information technology, industrials, and clean tech, pursuing both equity and debt opportunities. Founded in the early 2000s, it operates as an independent manager focusing on Italian growth and value creation for SMEs.
Made 1 investment in Wine

US Department of Energy

The U.S. Department of Energy is a government agency established in 1977, located in Washington, D.C. Its primary mission is to ensure the security and prosperity of the nation by tackling energy, environmental, and nuclear challenges. The Department focuses on promoting transformative scientific and technological solutions to address these issues, thereby supporting the country's energy needs and environmental sustainability.
Made 3 investments in Wine

Performant Capital

Performant Capital is a Chicago-based private equity firm founded in 2019 that pursues majority and buyout investments in technology-driven companies. It backs businesses across software, SaaS, technology-enabled services, and data intelligence products and services, with a focus on B2B opportunities where investing depth, operating expertise, and a partner network can drive performance. The firm emphasizes hands-on involvement to accelerate growth, optimize operations, and strengthen the competitive position of portfolio companies.
Made 1 investment in Wine

Rockies Venture Club

Rockies Venture Club is a Colorado-based nonprofit organization and angel network focused on economic development through funding and supporting early-stage startups. Founded in 1985 and based in Denver, it educates and connects state, local and national economic development organizations, universities, federal labs, startup organizations, corporate partners, venture capital, angel investors, and entrepreneurs to strengthen startup ecosystems. The club hosts events such as the Angel Capital Summit and Colorado Capital Conferences and maintains a community of more than 150 angel investors active across industries from pre-seed to Series A, with activity spanning North America.
Made 4 investments in Wine

L Catterton

L Catterton is a global private equity firm focused on consumer brands, formed from the merger of Catterton Partners and L Catterton, with operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. The firm provides capital and hands-on strategic and operational support to growth-oriented consumer companies, pursuing growth capital, mid to late venture and middle-market buyouts, including transactions backed by bank financing. It targets a wide range of consumer sectors, including food and beverage, retail and restaurants, consumer products and services, beauty and wellness, personal care, fashion and accessories, home and family equipment, and selective retailing such as e-commerce and luxury goods. L Catterton invests across regions and often takes majority or minority stakes, leveraging its global platform to help portfolio companies scale. The firm is described as a leading Pan-European and Pan-Asian consumer-focused private equity platform within a global firm, using cross-regional expertise to drive growth and value creation.
Made 4 investments in Wine

Yonghua Capital

Yonghua Capital, established in 2001 and headquartered in Shanghai, is the corporate venture arm of Yonghua Group. The firm focuses on equity investment management and has a substantial investment scale exceeding 6 billion yuan. Yonghua Capital has invested in over 80 enterprises, with more than 40 of these successfully listed. The company employs a research team that spans major Chinese cities, including Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and others, and conducts in-depth analyses across various sectors such as advanced manufacturing, new energy, new materials, information technology, healthcare, energy conservation, environmental protection, education, and media.
Made 4 investments in Wine

SOSV

Founded in 1995, SOSV is a global venture capital firm headquartered in New Jersey. It focuses on seed-to-growth stage investments in deep tech innovations, primarily in bio-tech/life sciences and hardware/robotics sectors, with a commitment to human and planetary health.
Made 9 investments in Wine