Moët Hennessy and Breakthru Beverage Renew Contracts in Five Markets

NEW YORK, July 26, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Moët Hennessy USA, the leading importer and marketer of luxury wines, spirits and champagnes in the U.S., and Breakthru Beverage Group announced today they have renewed distribution contracts in five US markets. The agreement, which includes a long-term partnership between the two companies, covers Arizona, Colorado, Delaware, Maryland and Washington D.C.

The partnership between Moët Hennessy and Breakthru predecessor Charmer Sunbelt dates back to 2005.  The portfolio includes exceptional champagnes, wines and spirits from around the world. 

"Moët Hennessy USA is pleased to continue our partnership with Breakthru Beverage," said Jim Clerkin, President and CEO of Moet Hennessy North America. "We are continually looking to improve our route to market, and with the dedicated resources and support provided for our brands, I am confident that we will continue to deliver on our commitment to building luxury brands with a strong consumer focus."

"Moët Hennessy has created a luxury portfolio of wine and spirits like no other supplier in the world. Breakthru is tremendously excited to extend our relationships with this amazing company in so many of our markets," said Greg Baird, Breakthru Beverage Group President and CEO.

About Moet Hennessy USA
MOËT HENNESSY USA is the leading importer and marketer of luxury wines, spirits and Champagnes in the U.S. The Moët Hennessy portfolio includes renowned brands such as: Hennessy Cognac; Moët & Chandon, Dom Pérignon, Krug, Veuve Clicquot and Ruinart Champagnes; Belvedere vodka; Glenmorangie and Ardbeg single malt Scotch whiskies; and fine wines, Cape Mentelle, Cloudy Bay, Newton Vineyard, Numanthia, Terrazas de Los Andes, Smoke Tree and Chandon California. Moët Hennessy has a strong consumer focus with an uncompromising commitment to building luxury brands. CONTACT: Irina Manoliu for Moet Hennessy USA, 917-822-5357 or [email protected].

About Breakthru Beverage Group
Breakthru Beverage was formed by joining substantial holdings of The Charmer Sunbelt Group and Wirtz Beverage Group. The company employs more than 7,000 associates and with its affiliates has operations across the US and Canada. For more information, visit www.BreakthruBev.com. CONTACT: Carrie Bach for Breakthru Beverage Group, 708-298-3452.

SOURCE Moet Hennessy USA