Ste. Michelle Wine Estates said it expanded its current distribution agreement with Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits to include Colorado, District of Columbia, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Nebraska, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, and Texas, along with the addition of the Antinori portfolio in Illinois; bringing the total strategic alignment in the U.S. to 36 states.
“Having been partners for more than three decades, this is a natural and strategic next step in our successful business partnership with Southern Glazer’s,” said David Dearie, president/CEO, Ste. Michelle Wine Estates. “This national strategic alignment will strengthen the ultimate path of bringing Ste. Michelle Wine Estates’ portfolio to more consumers.”
Ste. Michelle Wine Estates and Southern Glazer’s have a well-established relationship of 34 years. Some of Ste. Michelle Wine Estates’ signature brands include Chateau Ste. Michelle, 14 Hands, Columbia Crest, Erath, and Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars.
“From our shared values to our rich histories with wine, there’s incredible synergy between Southern Glazer’s and Ste. Michelle Wine Estates that we’re excited to build on,” said Wayne E. Chaplin, CEO, Southern Glazer’s. “We’re thrilled to continue working closely to deliver results and sustained impact for this iconic portfolio.”
This agreement follows an earlier expansion to the Pacific Northwest announced in 2018. Now extending to the central region of the U.S., this represents a long-term commitment by both companies to the continued growth of the Ste. Michelle Wine Estates portfolio.