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Interview, Part 1: Chris Indelicato, President And CEO, Delicato Family Wines

California’s Delicato Family Wines has been on a remarkable growth run, with volume roughly tripling from 4 million cases in 2010 to approximately 12 million cases currently. While the family-owned winery has diversified recently, gaining a foothold in both domestic and imported fine wines, its breadwinner remains the Bota Box label, which has earned multiple Impact “Hot Brand” awards on its way to a projected 8 million cases this year. The majority of volume remains in the core 3-liter ($23), but Bota has also expanded into newer formats like 1.5-liter boxes and 500-ml. Tetra Paks. Meanwhile, the brand’s Nighthawk extension—geared toward bolder flavor profiles—is now releasing three new offerings: a Bourbon Barrel Aged Cabernet Sauvignon, Lush Pinot Noir, and Vibrant Sauvignon Blanc. Overall, Delicato is investing $10 million this year in Bota Box, including a new ad campaign that debuted in August. SND executive editor Daniel Marsteller recently caught up with president and CEO Chris Indelicato for an update. Continue reading →

Posted in News on November 4, 2019

Delicato Fully Integrates V2 Brands, Forms Fine Wine Division

Two years after taking a significant stake in V2 Wine Group, Delicato Family Wines has formed a new fine wine division to integrate V2’s brands. Continue reading →

Posted in News on January 23, 2019

News Briefs for September 13, 2016

•Delicato Family Wines is looking to boost its offering at the fast-rising above-$20 tier. Continue reading →

Posted in News on September 13, 2016

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