Tag Archive: Empire Merchants
Exclusive: Empire Merchants, NY’s Largest Distributor, Files Federal Fraud Charges Against Part-Owner Charles Merinoff
Empire Merchants, New York’s biggest spirits and wine distributor, has fired CEO Lloyd Sobel and filed suit against co-owner Charlie Merinoff, claiming in federal court that the two men—and others, including Breakthru Beverage CEO Greg Baird—defrauded the company through their involvement in an interstate smuggling scheme. Continue reading →
Posted in News on September 20, 2016Craft Brewing and Distilling News for August 30, 2016
•Lodi, California-based Burch Steiner Beverage Group has launched Amero ($29), an all-natural American-made amaro. Continue reading →
Posted in News on August 30, 2016Empire Strikes Back, Extending Partnership With Moët Hennessy USA In New York
Moët Hennessy USA has extended its alliance with Empire Merchants via a long-term contract for the New York market, giving Empire a boost six months after the distributor was dealt a severe blow with the loss of the Bacardi business. Continue reading →
Posted in News on July 26, 2016Exclusive: Moët Hennessy USA Re-Ups With Southern In Key States, But Sheds Doubt On Becoming 100% Aligned
Moët Hennessy USA has renewed its distribution agreements with Southern Wine & Spirits in the key states of California, Florida, Illinois, Nevada, Washington, Kentucky, Hawaii, Indiana, South Carolina, Oregon (for wine only) and Alaska, as well as 17 control markets. Continue reading →
Posted in News on January 20, 2016News Briefs for August 13, 2015
•Oregon winery Willamette Valley Vineyards (WVV) has filed a lawsuit seeking damages for the loss of nearly 13 tons of Pinot Noir grapes ruined by a herbicide drift incident in 2013. Continue reading →
Posted in News on August 13, 2015News Briefs for January 15, 2015
•Constellation Brands has named Bill Newlands to the newly created position of chief growth officer. Continue reading →
Posted in News on January 15, 2015
