The family-owned and operated import company is securing new partnerships and expanding its team to continue growing the business and disrupting the spirits industry.
NEW YORK, January 9, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Votto Vines Importing LLC (“Votto Vines”) announces multiple partnerships with industry leaders that will contribute to the company’s growth.
Founded in 2009 with headquarters in Connecticut, Votto Vines is a dynamic, family-owned business that focuses on the import, marketing and distribution of premium wines produced in leading vineyards around the world. In addition, Votto Vines has also developed innovative private labels and own brands.
From December 31, 2022, Votto Vines is pleased to announce its joint venture with PSP Imports LLC. Votto Vines will combine its sales force and portfolios through its boutique distribution and portfolio company, Global Wines, LLC, with the efforts of PSP Imports to form “PSP Global Wines.” This strategic partnership will be a Massachusetts-based import and distribution business that represents a diverse portfolio of wines and spirits from around the world, with a special focus on Italy, France, Spain and Portugal.
“We are delighted with this opportunity. PSP is a first-class organization and combining their local infrastructure with our portfolio and team will result in a much stronger business for all involved,” comments the CEO. Michael Votto.
Further expanding the company’s growth, Votto Vines is delighted to add Frank Battaglia and Marvin John (MJ) to the Towler team for fostering new retail partnerships, nurturing existing ones and developing relationships with distributors and key customers across United States. Battaglia and Towler joined the Votto Vines team in January 2023 as vice president of sales for the Midwest and West regions and in November 2022 as head of sales and marketing (three countries).
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Battaglia, a wine industry veteran, previously worked for industry titans Southern Wine & Spirits and Breakthru Beverage before becoming vice president of sales and operations for the boutique wine importer in the Midwest region. Along the way he has gained numerous wine industry certifications including WSET Level 3, Certified Specialist in Wine (CSW) and Level 1 Certified Sommelier.
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Towler, a Wine Enthusiast Future 40 Tastemaker & Innovator, has a diverse background in the wine industry, working in all aspects of the business from retail, wholesale, auctions and wine consulting. He is also the executive creator, producer and host of the “Black Guy Wine Experience” podcast, where he is known for explaining wine concepts that anyone can understand in a light and humorous way.
“MJ is an entrepreneur by nature, just like many of the employees at Votto Vines, and we strongly believe that his outstanding work ethic and passion for wine will be an excellent addition to the team,” shares Votto. “One of our main goals for 2023 is to expand our sales force and develop new relationships. Given Frank’s experience and strategic location, we believe this is an excellent partnership to grow the business and brand.”
In addition, Votto Vines is thrilled to be joining forces with Better Rhodes, the premium alcohol-free market it provides to customers United States and Canada with a curated collection of over 300 products including non-alcoholic beers, spirits, aperitifs and wines from around the world. Partnership, of december 2022formalized by the CEO Mike Votto as a consultant for product selection and distribution, who will help oversee the company’s expansion into the B2B space.
“We couldn’t be more excited to announce the expansion of our leadership team,” it said Dan Stiller, CEO of Better Rhodes. “Mike’s addition to our team demonstrates our commitment to this emerging category and focus on bringing the best in the segment to market in new and innovative ways.”
The partnership will not only help Better Rhodes raise awareness of the highest quality selection available in the category, but will also help expand Votto Vines’ portfolio in the growing soft drinks market.
“By the end of the year, we hope to expand our existing partnerships, open new doors and business avenues, foster new connections and friendships in the world of wine and spirits, and create greater brand awareness for our products and company.” Votto says. “With our hardworking team of talented and intelligent individuals, 2023 is sure to be a better year for Votto Vines!”
About Votto Vines Imports
Votto Vines represents leading family wine estates around the world, and their portfolio contains some of the highest rated wines currently produced in Italy, Spain, France, Portugal, New Zealand, Australia, Chile and Argentina, as well as craft alcoholic beverages. Votto Vines has a national reach through a network of leading distributors such as Republic National Distributing Company, Breakthru Beverage and Young’s Market, and a regional wholesale operation covering CT, NY, NJ and MA. In addition to being featured in Forbes, Inc. magazine. and Wine Enthusiast, Votto Vines has twice been named one of “America’s Best Entrepreneurial Companies” by Entrepreneur magazine.
For more information about Votto Vines, visit http://www.vottovines.com.
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