wineries, has announced that the Kautz family, owners of Ironstone Vineyards, has acquired a portfolio of California wine and beverage brands from Allan Lombardi, owner of Thomas Allen Winery, effective immediately. Quintessential, Ironstone Vineyards’ U.S. sales, marketing, and distribution partner, will represent the newly acquired wine brands nationally. The acquisition includes Hook or Crook Cellars, Provenance Vineyards, Fortitude by Provenance, Red Phoenix, Thomas Allen Winery, Samuel Lindsay Wines, Landing 63, Weekday Wines and Weekday Water.
“We’re excited to welcome these brands into our portfolio and build on the strong foundation already in place,” says Joan Kautz, global head of sales and marketing for Ironstone Vineyards. “Our family’s longstanding relationship with Allan Lombardi and his team will help ensure a seamless transition for customers and partners. We see tremendous potential to build on each brand’s strengths and expand their reach.”
“We have great respect for the Kautz family’s commitment to quality and deep roots in California wine,” adds Dennis Kreps, co-owner of Quintessential. “These brands broaden the range of high-quality, affordable California wines we can offer, from expressive Lodi wines to premium Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon.”
The Acquired Portfolio:
Provenance Vineyards: Founded in 1999, Provenance is known for wines that express a distinctive sense of place, led by Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon with additional wines from the North Coast, Monterey, and Paso Robles.
Fortitude Cabernet Sauvignon by Provenance Vineyards: A bold, full-bodied Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from acclaimed vineyards across Rutherford, Oakville, Diamond Mountain, Yountville, and Howell Mountain.
Hook or Crook Cellars: Approachable Lodi wines, including Cabernet Sauvignon and a signature Reserve Field Blend.
Thomas Allen Winery: Lodi wines known for their rich California character and accessible pricing, including Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, and a Red Wine Blend.
Red Phoenix: Concentrated California reds led by Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon and a California Red Wine Blend.
Samuel Lindsay Wines: A California portfolio of Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, and a Red Blend inspired by the perseverance and craftsmanship of its namesake, railroad worker Samuel Lindsay.
Landing 63: Approachable California wines, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, and Heritage Red.
Weekday Wines: A collection of Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay, and Cabernet Sauvignon made with organically grown grapes and containing zero sugar, 80 calories, and 9% ABV.
Weekday Water: A still, vodka-based canned cocktail with natural fruit flavors, zero sugar, 90 calories, and 4.5% ABV.