Handcrafted Wines Acquires D'Vine Wine Distribution in Oregon, Expanding Its Fine Wine Footprint

OLATHE, Kan., Sept. 23, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Handcrafted Wines of Kansas announced today the acquisition of D'Vine Wine Distribution of Portland, Oregon. The companies will combine their efforts in Oregon and operate as Handcrafted-D'Vine Wines of Oregon.

Handcrafted Wines was founded in 1996 and is family-owned and operated. Jonathan Pey, Handcrafted Wines Principal noted, "Today is an exciting day for both Handcrafted Wines and D'Vine Wines in Oregon. It marks the combination our fine wine expertise, amazing portfolios, logistical know-how and the world-class teams of both organizations. We are pumped up, to say the least."

Donald Brain, Handcrafted Wines General Manager, who will direct operations in both markets, said, "I am very excited about working with the excellent team in Oregon. Over time we will judiciously enhance our fine wine portfolio as well as invest in improvements to logistic and back house capabilities. We are already in contact with our valued supplier partners who are encouraged by this development - it appears many of them have heard the great things we're already doing."

"Handcrafted Wines and D'Vine share a commitment to fine wine culture, education and excellent customer service. The fine wine industry is also about special people like the Novack family, who deserve a tip of the hat as they explore other business opportunities," Pey said.

About Handcrafted Wines of Kansas

Established in 1996, Handcrafted Wines of Kansas is family-owned and operated and was founded with the vision to provide a meticulously vetted, concise selection of the some of the worlds' finest handcrafted wines and other beverages to its restaurant and retail partners across Kansas.

About D'Vine Wine Distribution

D'Vine Wine Distribution was founded in 2004 and has developed a superb portfolio of prestigious, family-owned wineries across the globe as well as strong relationships with the leading restaurants, hotels, wine bars and fine wine retailers across Oregon.

Brindiamo Group acted as the exclusive advisor in this transaction.

SOURCE Handcrafted Wines