Dreyfus, Ashby & Co., a leading importer and marketer of premium, family-owned wines, announced today that it has been appointed the national sales and marketing partner for Dusted Valley and Boomtown by Dusted Valley, and named the exclusive US importer for Saint Clair Family Estate, effective January 2015.
Chris Ryan, President and CEO, Dreyfus, Ashby and Co., said, “In our continuing effort to provide the US market with the best, family-owned wineries from the world’s most renowned wine appellations, we are ecstatic to welcome into our portfolio these two dynamic families who represent the pinnacle of quality and innovation.” John Caruso, Vice President, Dreyfus, Ashby, added, “Building on the tremendous success of our Oregon properties, Domaine Drouhin Oregon and Cloudline, we are thrilled to expand our footprint in the Pacific Northwest. Walla Walla, Washington, is an exciting area and Dusted Valley, along with their Boomtown label, is a pioneering force. They have realized tremendous growth during the past few years and we will capitalize on that success nationally. Sauvignon blanc and pinot noir from New Zealand continues to see healthy growth with US consumers and Saint Clair Family Estate’s mission to create world-class wines has captivated the market. Their reputation, list of accolades and awards are second to none in Marlborough.”
Corey Braunel, Co-owner and wine grower, Dusted Valley, said, “Our family searched for a solid, quality partner for more than two years. We feel extremely confident with the team of professionals at Dreyfus Ashby. This is a best-in-class, family-owned, market leader that meshes seamlessly with the Dusted Valley family philosophy!”
Neal Ibbotson, Managing Director, Saint Clair Family Estate, noted, “We see the relationship with Dreyfus Ashby as an exciting opportunity for Saint Clair to grow the profile and sales of our wines throughout America. The new agreement creates a partnership between two like-minded businesses. Dreyfus Ashby has strong values with respect to family and quality and at Saint Clair Family Estate we share those values and we are proud to be a family-owned Marlborough winery.”
About Dreyfus, Ashby & Co. -- Family First
Dreyfus, Ashby & Co., a national importer representing a global portfolio of fine wine, spirits and sake, was founded in London, England more than 70 years ago by Swiss-born Michel Dreyfus. In 1945, he moved the company to New York City, where it is headquartered today. From the beginning Dreyfus, Ashby & Co. devoted itself to dealing in superior wines from renowned family-owned vineyards and estates. In 1985, Burgundy’s premier wine family, Joseph Drouhin, purchased Dreyfus, Ashby and it is currently led in New York by president and CEO Chris Ryan. Dreyfus, Ashby markets its products in all 50 states with a team of experienced sales specialists located across the country.
Besides the fine burgundies of Maison Joseph Drouhin and their property in Oregon, Domaine Drouhin, Dreyfus, Ashby’s portfolio also includes: Chateau Petrús, Chateau Trotanoy, and Belair-Monange from Bordeaux; Champagne Drappier; Domaine Comte Georges de Vogue; Château de Campuget; Barone Ricasoli; Barolo’s Renato Ratti; Tedeschi from Valpolicella; Marqués de Vargas; J. Hofstätter; spirits from G.E. Massenez, and other wines from Bordeaux, Alsace, Spain, Argentina, Switzerland, South Africa, New Zealand, Japan and India. For more information: www.dreyfusashby.com
About Dusted Valley
Dusted Valley, founded in 2003 by brothers-in-law Chad Johnson and Corey Braunel, became the 52nd winery to call Wall Walla Valley home. With strong, multi-generational roots in agriculture and dairy farming, these Wisconsin natives, driven by the notion that when family pulls together the American Dream can turn into a living reality, focus their wine growing philosophies in the vineyard with sustainable practices, low yields and minimalistic winemaking. The resulting wines offer a sense of place and showcase their estate vineyards. Boomtown by Dusted Valley offers varietal specific wines and is known as Dusted Valley’s little brother. www.dustedvalley.com
About Saint Clair Family Estate
Owners Neal and Judy Ibbotson are Marlborough viticulture pioneers, first planting vineyards in the late 70’s. All three of their children are also involved in the business. Quality is a huge focus for Saint Clair with quality people, quality systems and of course quality wines. Saint Clair exports to 70 world markets and consistent worldwide success in wine competitions and reviews has established Saint Clair’s reputation as a leading New Zealand wine producer. www.saintclair.co.nz
