Strategic consolidation in Sonoma County positions the company for continued innovation and growth

(Sonoma County, CA) — Rack & Riddle, the leading custom sparkling wine producer in the United States, has announced a strategic facility realignment to strengthen long-term growth, increase efficiency, and accelerate innovation. The plans include developing a new Sparkling Innovation Park (SIP) embedded within its Healdsburg site, consolidating key operations into a single, world-class location. The Lodi facility, which was added as part of the acquisition of Weibel Family Winery in 2023, will be permanently relocated to Healdsburg. The Rack & Riddle Geyserville and Alexander Valley operations will not be impacted by this consolidation.

Sparkling wine continues to be the third largest wine type in the U.S., behind only Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay, and sparkling wine is outperforming still wines in scanner data. Rack & Riddle has steadily innovated and grown along with market shifts and demands. This initiative reflects a broader effort to optimize and centralize the company’s physical footprint while supporting long-term operational strength in Sonoma County.

“As the sparkling wine category continues to introduce new offerings, we are intentionally evolving our business to ensure we remain the strongest partner for our winery and retail customers,” said Rack & Riddle CEO Jeff Tuttle. “This is about building the next chapter of Rack & Riddle — investing in innovation, scale and operational excellence, so we can continue to lead the sparkling category for decades to come.”

“All of us at Rack & Riddle are deeply grateful for the contributions of our team members based in Lodi. They have played an important role in our growth,” Tuttle added, stating that hands-on support in the form of resources and transition planning is being provided to affected employees to enable next steps in their careers.” Rack & Riddle also plans to add new roles at its Sonoma County operation in alignment with its expanding needs.

Rack & Riddle began as a small, specialized sparkling wine house focused on traditional Méthode Champenoise production 19 years ago. Over time, the company expanded to offer the full spectrum of sparkling wine methods — including Charmat, in-line carbonation and canned premium sparkling wines — growing into the largest custom sparkling wine producer in the United States.

About Rack & Riddle

Rack & Riddle is the #1 custom sparkling wine producer in the U.S. With a legacy of creating sparkling wines for wineries of all sizes, the company pairs traditional methods with modern innovation. Founded in 2007, the company delivers turnkey sparkling wine solutions and custom brands, including Méthode Champenoise, CALSECCO® and Charmat style wines, flavors, and no- and low-alcohol wines. Production spans three world-class Sonoma County facilities, reflecting Rack & Riddle’s commitment to quality, sustainability, and long-term partnerships.

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(Sonoma County, CA) — Rack & Riddle, the No. 1 custom sparkling wine producer in the United States, has announced a strategic restructuring of its sales and production divisions, along with key additions to its executive leadership team to support continued growth and innovation.

“At Rack & Riddle, we are continuing our commitment to innovation and accelerating our focus on strategic growth,” said CEO Jeff Tuttle. “These structural changes and new executive appointments will help us stay ahead of evolving industry trends and better serve our winery, custom brand, retail, and on-premise partners.”

To strengthen its B2B partnerships for controlled and custom label programs, Rack & Riddle has launched a new Custom Brands Division. The division unifies sales, marketing, and sales operations under a newly created role of chief commercial officer (CCO), filled by Mark Garaventa, longtime executive team member and general manager.

Reporting to Garaventa will be key new hires for this growing division, Vice President Sales Custom Brands Todd Dobozi and Vice President of Marketing Sarah Qualters.

Dobozi joins from The Wine Group, where he held multiple sales leadership roles following earlier posts with Romano Brothers Beverage Company and Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits.

Qualters brings experience across major CPG and beverage companies, including Clorox and The Wine Group’s private label division. Kim Kulchycki continues as senior director of marketing.

Stephen Micallef has been promoted to executive vice president of operations. Micallef, formerly vice president of production operations, will oversee companywide scalability and operational excellence across all of Rack & Riddle’s California facilities.

A newly-integrated sales operations team will also support the Custom Brands Division. Brett Vankoski transitions into the role of vice president of sales operations custom brands, and Monica Smith, a 12-year veteran of the company, has been named project manager for custom brands.

Summary of Rack & Riddle New Roles/Hires

Executive Vice President Operations, Stephen Micallef
Vice President Sales Custom Brands, Todd Dobozi
Vice President of Marketing, Sarah Qualters
Vice President Sales Operations – Custom Brands, Brett Vankoski
Project Manager – Custom Brands, Monica Smith

About Rack & Riddle

Founded with the mission to craft superior sparkling wines, Rack & Riddle was established in 2007 in Northern California by wine industry veterans Rebecca Faust and Bruce Lundquist. Through years of steadfast dedication and thoughtful expansion, Rack & Riddle has become the #1 custom sparkling wine producer in the United States with 3.5 million cases of capacity. An exceptional team dedicated to the mastery of making sparkling wine supported by state-of-the-art technology, delivers turnkey winemaking services and custom brands with tank sizes ranging from 500 to 100,000 gallons. Four modern wineries located in Healdsburg, Alexander Valley, Geyserville and Lodi specialize in Méthode Champenoise and Charmat, continuing Rack & Riddle’s long tradition of producing The Best of All Things Sparkling. In 2025, Rack & Riddle introduced CALSECCO a new California sparkling wine category made in the Venetian Tradition and will introduce the world’s finest no- and low-alcohol production process through a partnership with the SOLOS patented Aroma Recovery System. Rack & Riddle prides itself on being an upstanding member of the communities in which it operates and is committed to operating fairly, ethically, and sustainably.

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Made for the next generation of wine lovers — 21+ Gen Z and Millennials

Sonoma County, CA — Rack & Riddle, the #1 custom sparkling wine producer in the United States, has created CALSECCO a new California sparkling wine category developed to drive growth and attract young 21+ Gen Z and Millennial consumers to premium California sparkling wine.

“CALSECCO represents a new generation of sparkling wine—deeply rooted in tradition yet distinctly Californian. The winemaking legacy of California has proven its place among the world’s great wines. While we have excelled in still wines and Méthode Champenoise sparkling wines, the premium category for wines crafted in the Italian method remains untapped,” said Rack & Riddle General Manager Mark Garaventa.

“We have the right climate and terroir here in California to grow the finest sparkling wine grapes in the world,” Garaventa added. “Consumers are thirsty for modern, fruit-forward wines, making the U.S. market perfectly primed for CALSECCO. Rack & Riddle has exclusively registered this trademark for use by our clients. CALSECCO is grown and crafted in California and made in the Venetian tradition.”

“Our winemaking team visited leading Italian Prosecco houses in 2022 and came back so inspired,” said & Riddle Executive Director of Winemaking Manveer Sandhu. “We loved the fresh, vibrant style we experienced there, and decided to employ that winemaking method in California to create our own expression. CALSECCO, intentionally local, is made from 100% California-grown and vinted grapes. As a winemaker, this is exciting, as we have created an entirely new category of U.S. sparkling wine.”

Market demand for sparkling wine has remained steady, one in every seven bottles of wine sold in the U. S. are sparkling; the premium sparkling wine segment priced at $13 to $17.99 per 750ml bottle retail is the largest segment with a 39% share of market that continues to grow. Appealing to a younger, educated, affluent and diverse consumer, Italian-style sparkling wines sold 11.7 million cases in the United States in 2024.

“Making CALSECCO is a natural step in Rack & Riddle’s expanded services and a reflection of the innovation on which the company was founded and has operated since it was founded in 2007,” Sandhu explained, “We have invested in the finest equipment, facilities and winemakers to bring this new wine category to market. Our team brings more than one hundred years of combined winemaking experience, and our commitment to the highest quality possible at every step in the process is unparalleled.”

About Rack & Riddle

Founded with the mission to craft superior sparkling wines, Rack & Riddle was established in 2007 in Northern California by wine industry veterans Rebecca Faust and Bruce Lundquist. Through years of steadfast dedication and thoughtful expansion, Rack & Riddle has become the #1 custom sparkling wine producer in the United States with 3.5 million cases of capacity. An exceptional team dedicated to the mastery of making sparkling wine supported by state-of-the-art technology, delivers turnkey winemaking services and custom brands with tank sizes ranging from 500 to 100,000 gallons. Four modern wineries located in Healdsburg, Alexander Valley, Geyserville and Lodi specialize in Méthode Champenoise and Charmat, continuing Rack & Riddle’s long tradition of producing The Best of All Things Sparkling. In 2025, Rack & Riddle introduced CALSECCO a new California sparkling wine category made in the Venetian Tradition, and later this year will introduce the world’s finest no- and low-alcohol production process, exclusively available in the U.S. through a partnership with the SOLOS patented Aroma Recovery System. Rack & Riddle prides itself on being an upstanding member of the communities in which it operates and is committed to operating fairly, ethically, and sustainably.

Data Sources:

One in every seven bottles of wine sold in the U. S. are sparkling (Nielsen).

Premium sparkling wine priced at $13 to $17.99 per 750ml bottle holds 39% share of market (Fintech IRI scan data).

Italian-style sparkling wines sold 11.7 million cases in the United States in 2024 (Wine Industry Advisor).

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Sonoma County, CA — Rack & Riddle, the leading custom sparkling wine producer in the United States, has appointed new CEO Jeff Tuttle. He takes the helm from Rebecca Faust and Bruce Lundquist who co-founded the company and remain actively involved as board members and strategic advisors.

Following graduation from Colorado College, Tuttle earned an MBA from the University of Michigan, Ross School of Business. With family roots that span five generations in a specialty food product business, Tuttle has decades of experience nurturing partnerships, as well as professional experience in the packaged cuisine and beverage industries.

Tuttle brings extensive food and beverage industry experience, with leadership roles at The Pillsbury Company, Miller Brewing, and Bellisio Foods, where he spearheaded the growth of major brands and built strategic partnerships across licensing, private label, and co-manufacturing for 18 years.

“Rack & Riddle has set the standard for custom sparkling wine production, and I am excited to build on this legacy,” said Tuttle, “The company thrives on strong partnerships, delivering exceptional quality and innovation that drive success for our partners.”

“Jeff’s expertise in partnership-driven business models and operational excellence makes him the perfect fit to lead Rack & Riddle into the future. As demand for premium sparkling wine continues to grow, his leadership will be instrumental in expanding our capabilities while staying true to our core values,” Faust and Lundquist added.

About Rack & Riddle

Founded with the mission to craft superior sparkling wines, Rack & Riddle was established in 2007 in Northern California by wine industry veterans Rebecca Faust and Bruce Lundquist. Through years of steadfast dedication and thoughtful expansion, Rack & Riddle has become the #1 custom sparkling wine producer in the United States with 3.5 million cases of capacity. An exceptional team dedicated to the mastery of making sparkling wine supported by state-of-the-art technology, delivers turnkey winemaking services and custom brands with tank sizes ranging from 500 to 100,000 gallons. Four modern wineries located in Healdsburg, Alexander Valley, Geyserville and Lodi specialize in Méthode Champenoise and Charmat, continuing Rack & Riddle’s long tradition of producing The Best of All Things Sparkling. In 2025, Rack & Riddle introduced CALSECCO a new California sparkling wine category made in the Venetian Tradition, and later this year will introduce the world’s finest no- and low-alcohol production process, exclusively available in the U.S. through a partnership with the SOLOS patented Aroma Recovery System. Rack & Riddle prides itself on being an upstanding member of the communities in which it operates and is committed to operating fairly, ethically, and sustainably.

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(Sonoma County, CA) — Rack & Riddle was recognized earlier this month by the Association for Corporate Growth (ACG) at its 20th Annual ACG Growth Awards, held at the Salesforce Tower on November 7 in San Francisco. Rack & Riddle won the top award for Innovation.

The only company from the wine industry honored this year, Rack & Riddle was chosen as one of four winners from six finalists, meticulously selected from a pool of 38 nominees. Rack & Riddle received the honor in large measure from its use of robotics and cutting-edge technology to facilitate its growth and employment opportunities for its staff.

Rack & Riddle Co-Founder and CEO Bruce Lundquist, who accepted the prestigious 2024 ACG Growth Award for Innovation, expressed his gratitude, saying, “It was an honor to be nominated, and a testament to the vision for California sparkling wine that Rebecca Faust and I shared when we co-founded the company in 2007. This award not only acknowledges our commitment to innovation but also celebrates the hard work and dedication of our entire team. We are deeply grateful for this recognition and proud to stand alongside such an impressive group of nominees.”

According to ACG, nominated companies have an interesting success story and award criteria include profit growth, outstanding performance, strategic positioning, clarity of market position, well-defined product and services, organizational effectiveness and structure, well-trained staff with high morale committed to mission, dynamic leadership, and an active Board pursuing a clear strategic direction.

The other three winning companies this year were: Boichik Bagels (Emerging Growth); BPM LLP (Culture); and Ladle & Leaf (Turnaround). Past winners include Torani, Equator Coffee & Teas, PopChips, LinkedIn and Method Products.

About Rack & Riddle

Founded with the mission to craft superior sparkling wines, Rack & Riddle was established in 2007 in Northern California by wine industry veterans Rebecca Faust and Bruce Lundquist. Through years of steadfast dedication and thoughtful expansion, Rack & Riddle has become the #1 custom sparkling wine producer in the United States with 3.5 million cases of capacity. An exceptional team dedicated to the mastery of making sparkling wine supported by state-of-the-art technology, delivers turnkey winemaking services and custom brands with tank sizes ranging from 500 to 100,000 gallons. Four modern wineries located in Healdsburg, Alexander Valley, Geyserville and Lodi specialize in Méthode Champenoise and Charmat, continuing Rack & Riddle’s long tradition of producing The Best of All Things Sparkling. In 2025, Rack & Riddle introduced CALSECCO a new California sparkling wine category made in the Venetian Tradition, and later this year will introduce the world’s finest no- and low-alcohol production process, exclusively available in the U.S. through a partnership with the SOLOS patented Aroma Recovery System. Rack & Riddle prides itself on being an upstanding member of the communities in which it operates and is committed to operating fairly, ethically, and sustainably.

About ACG SF

The Association for Corporate Growth (ACG) is a leading authority for middle-market deal professionals, offering invaluable opportunities for those seeking to invest in, grow, and build companies. ACG San Francisco elevates these opportunities by hosting premier educational programs and networking events that foster meaningful connections. Its members include private equity professionals, investment bankers, corporate leaders, and others dedicated to the middle market, all aiming to enhance their professional relationships and business referrals.

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Domestic Headquarters for Research and Development to be based in Sonoma County, California

(Sonoma County, CA) — Rack & Riddle and Solos have announced an exclusive partnership that will revolutionize the production of no and low alcohol still and sparkling wines. The team will be the first in the United States to offer Solos’ patented Aroma Recovery System used in Europe to provide superior flavor and mouthfeel to low and no alcohol wines. Rack & Riddle’s facilities in Healdsburg, Alexander Valley, Geyserville and Lodi will serve as the national headquarters for service, research and development for both companies. Test and small lot production is expected to begin later this year with full commercial scale operations commencing in 2025.

No alcohol, low alcohol and sparkling wine is exploding in popularity. One out of every seven bottles of wine sold now in the U.S. are sparkling wines. The sparkling category has grown two and one-half times over the past 15 years at a retail price premium of 50% relative to still wine. No and low alcohol wines have been growing rapidly in recent years, driven by 40% of U.S. adults seeking to moderate their alcohol consumption and choose occasions for enjoyment.

“Our customers and clients have been asking for high quality, full flavor, no and low alcohol wines, in both sparkling and still wines. At Rack & Riddle, bringing these new products and services to the market through our partnership with Solos in the United States will be game-changing,” said Rack & Riddle General Manager Mark Garaventa.

No and low alcohol wines will be available in broad price categories ranging from popular to luxury, and in formats including 187ml, 750ml, 1.5L and cans. Still and sparkling wine offerings will be available to winery, retail, hospitality and lifestyle clients.
“We have found a like-minded partner in Rack & Riddle. No one does sparkling wine that spans multiple methods and formats better than they do. Adding our world-class technology to their already stellar capabilities creates the unique opportunity to craft full flavor, no and low alcohol wines under one roof. This will instantly be the new standard in the space,” said Solos U.S. General Manager Matt Hughes.

“The winemaking team at Rack & Riddle is obsessed with quality, we have a singular focus on mastering the art and science of crafting premium sparkling wines. Now we can provide the market with no and low alcohol wines that deliver the same taste experience as sparkling wines with alcohol,” said Rack & Riddle Executive Director of Winemaking Manveer Sandhu.

All U.S. Solos Sparkling Wine inquiries may be directed to [email protected] while Solos Still Wine inquires can be directed to Solos at [email protected].

About Rack & Riddle

Established in 2007 in Northern California by wine industry veterans Rebecca Faust and Bruce Lundquist, Rack & Riddle was founded with the mission to craft superior sparkling wines. Through years of steadfast dedication and thoughtful expansion, Rack & Riddle has become the #1 custom sparkling wine producer in the United States with 3.5 million cases of capacity. An exceptional winemaking team dedicated to the mastery of sparkling wine supported by state-of-the-art technology, delivers turnkey custom labels and wine services with tank sizes ranging from 500 to 100,000 gallons. Four modern wineries located in Healdsburg, Alexander Valley, Geyserville and Lodi specialize in Méthode Champenoise and Charmat, producing the best of all things sparkling. The company prides itself on being an upstanding member of the communities in which it operates and is committed to operating fairly, ethically, and sustainably.

About Solos

Solos by Flavologic offers the epitome of quality and excellence in crafting low and no alcohol products. Solos is a novel technology born from a pioneering concept and innovation; surpassing existing methods in preserving the authenticity and original essence of a product that has been dealcoholized. Developed following years of meticulous research and testing by Flavologic, a subsidiary of Prodalim Group headquartered in Munich, Germany, Solos is now setting up service centers worldwide. Capabilities ranging from dealcoholization solutions to packaging will premiere at Rack & Riddle in Sonoma County, California. It will not only be the first of its kind in the country, it will also serve as the national headquarters for domestic service, research, and development in the U.S.

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Wineries can now offer bubbles from California’s mid-state AVA

(Healdsburg, CA) — Rack & Riddle, the #1 custom sparkling wine producer in the United States, has expanded their portfolio of wine offerings to include two new sparkling wines from California’s Central Coast region.

Rack & Riddle’s new Central Coast Sparkling Wine Program includes a Méthode Champenoise Brut and a Rosé. Vineyard sourcing is from the Central Coast American Viticultural Area. This region includes Monterey Bay and Santa Lucia Highlands sub-AVA’s, places long prized for growing cool climate Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, ideal for crafting premium sparkling wines.

“The Central Coast, with its maritime influence, is a region optimal for growing Chardonnay and Pinot Noir,” said Rack & Riddle Executive Director of Winemaking Manveer Sandhu, “Elegant grapes with bright acidity are grown in this AVA, ideal for making premium sparkling wines from this distinct and important appellation.”

“Numerous requests from winery clients sparked the creation of the new Central Coast Brut and Rosé. We collaborated with a valued grape grower to carefully select the ideal vineyard blocks to produce these beautiful wines that showcase the quality and elegance for which Rack & Riddle has become known,” Sandhu added.

Winemaker Manveer Sandhu’s Tasting Notes

Central Coast Brut
The Central Coast Brut features aromas of Meyer lemon and Asian pear, complemented by subtle hints of cherry in the background. On the palate, this wine boasts a fine mousse, revealing notes of honeydew melon, lemon, and brioche from the yeast aging.

Central Coast Rosé
This elegant Central Coast Rosé blend features notes of Rainier cherry, ripe strawberry, and rose water. These delicate flavors persist on the palate, offering a rich blend of cherry jam, finishing with a lingering hint of lime.

For more information about the Rack & Riddle Custom Sparkling Wine programs that range in size from 132 cases up to 2,300 cases of Brut or 1,300 cases of Rosé from the Central Coast AVA, ideal for wineries of any size, contact us.

About Rack & Riddle

Established in 2007 in Northern California by wine industry veterans Rebecca Faust and Bruce Lundquist, Rack & Riddle was founded with the mission to craft superior sparkling wines. Through years of steadfast dedication and thoughtful expansion, Rack & Riddle has become the #1 custom sparkling wine producer in the United States with 3.5 million cases of capacity. An exceptional winemaking team dedicated to the mastery of sparkling wine supported by state-of-the-art technology, delivers turnkey custom labels and wine services with tank sizes ranging from 500 to 100,000 gallons. Four modern wineries located in Healdsburg, Geyserville and Lodi specialize in Méthode Champenoise and Charmat, producing the best of all things sparkling. The company prides itself on being an upstanding member of the communities in which it operates and is committed to operating fairly, ethically, and sustainably.

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Top-Level Executive Team Recently Expanded

Financial and Sales Professionals Join #1 Producer of High-Quality Sparkling Wine in the US

Healdsburg, CA (January 18, 2024) — Co-founders and Co-CEOs Bruce Lundquist and Rebecca Faust have appointed two seasoned professionals to the Rack & Riddle executive team, a strategic step in the growing path for the leading premium, custom sparkling wine producer in America. Kimberly Benson and Brett Vankoski have both joined the company.

Chief Financial Officer Kimberly Benson has focused her career in the wine and spirits category, gaining a deep understanding of both financial services and consumer packaged goods. “Kimberly brings a second-to-none wealth of experience, knowledge, and gravitas in strategic planning, capital management, acquisition analysis and financing, cost and inventory accounting,” said Lundquist and Faust.

Prior to joining Rack & Riddle, Benson held numerous senior finance and accounting leadership positions, including interim CFO and vice president finance at Crimson Wine Group, and vice president finance at Vintage Wine Estates. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Managerial Economics from the University of California Davis and holds an MBA in Wine Business from Sonoma State University.

Vice President Sales Brett Vankoski is an experienced business professional who began his career working in a global capacity in finance for institutions such as American Express and Fidelity Investments. He then moved on to work in the wine business, first in retail, and then as vice president and wine director for Latitude Beverage Company, creators of the brand 90+ Cellars. Vankoski earned an MBA in Wine Business from Sonoma State University, after completing his undergraduate work at Harvard University where he earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Government. “Adding Brett to our sales team is a fitting and natural step for Rack & Riddle as our business continues to grow and produce a broader portfolio of sparkling wines,” Lundquist and Faust commented. “His leadership, innovation, creativity, and connections in the alcoholic beverage world, match the forward and progressive direction of our company.”

About Rack & Riddle

Established in 2007 in Northern California by wine industry veterans Rebecca Faust and Bruce Lundquist, Rack & Riddle was founded with the mission to craft superior sparkling wines. Through years of steadfast dedication and thoughtful expansion, Rack & Riddle has become the #1 custom sparkling wine producer in the United States with 3.5 million cases of capacity. An exceptional winemaking team dedicated to the mastery of sparkling wine supported by state-of-the-art technology, delivers turnkey custom labels and wine services with tank sizes ranging from 500 to 100,000 gallons. Four modern wineries located in Healdsburg, Geyserville and Lodi specialize in Méthode Champenoise and Charmat, producing the best of all things sparkling. The company prides itself on being an upstanding member of the communities in which it operates and is committed to operating fairly, ethically, and sustainably.

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Rack & Riddle Acquires Weibel Family Winery Lodi, Dramatically Expanding Custom Sparkling Wine Offerings

Company Now #1 Producer of High-Quality Sparkling Wine in the US, with Capacity of 3.5 Million Cases

Healdsburg, CA (July 31, 2023) — Following a recent expansion adding a state-of-the-art sparkling production site in Geyserville, Rack & Riddle has now acquired the Weibel Family Winery in Lodi, making the company the largest premium, custom sparkling wine producer in America.

Founded in 2007, Rack & Riddle began as a small company focused on producing superior sparkling wine in the traditional French Méthode Champenoise. Over the years, the company has steadily grown, and with the addition of the Weibel Family Winery (which is now Rack & Riddle Lodi) has four modern sparkling winery locations and 150 employees. From Méthode Champenoise, Charmat, in-line carbonation and canned premium sparkling wines, Rack & Riddle now crafts the full spectrum of sparkling wines that American consumers currently enjoy.

“We have purchased the Weibel Family operation, marking a milestone for Rack & Riddle. The trajectory of our business has clearly mirrored the growing demand in the United States for quality sparkling wine at all price points and methods,” said Rebecca Faust and Bruce Lundquist, Rack & Riddle Co-CEOs, “We look forward to bringing our collective sparkling experience to Lodi to enhance founder Fred Weibel’s legacy. Our goal has always been to be the best of all things sparkling.”

Industry trends confirm that sparkling wine consumption has consistently grown over the past several years, and Rack & Riddle is poised to continue to meet the demand.

“The Weibel Family Winery legacy could not be in better hands than with the team at Rack & Riddle. Their expertise in sparkling wine is second to none,” Fred Weibel, Founder and former owner of Weibel Family Winery added, “This is the only company that I trust to continue what my family began so very long ago.”

The four Rack & Riddle sparkling wineries include:

Rack & Riddle Healdsburg — Méthode Champenoise and Still Wine

• 135,000 square feet
• 1.4 million gallon cooperage
• 500 gallon – 100,000 gallon tanks
• 1.5 million case Méthode Champenoise capacity
• 1.7 million case still wine bottling capacity
• 4 fully-automated still and sparkling wine production lines
• Advanced lab services

Rack & Riddle Alexander Valley — Crush and Cooperage

• 55,000 square feet
• 10,000 ton crush capacity
• 700,000 gallon cooperage
• 500 gallon – 25,000 gallon tanks
• 10,000 barrel aging capacity
• Advanced lab services

Rack & Riddle Geyserville — Charmat Sparkling, In-Line Carbonation and Premium Cans

• 75,000 square feet
• 450,000 gallon cooperage
• 1 million Charmat case capacity
• 1,400 gallon – 50,000 gallon tanks
• State-of-the-art automated Charmat line
• Fully- automated canning line
• Advanced lab services

Rack & Riddle Lodi — Charmat Sparkling and In-Line Carbonation

• 90,000 square feet
• 2.3 million gallons of cooperage
• 500 gallon – 62,000 gallon tanks
• 1 million Charmat case capacity
• Fully-automated Charmat line
• Advanced lab services

The acquisition includes all intellectual property and assets. The majority of Weibel employees have joined the Rack & Riddle staff.

About Rack & Riddle

Established in 2007 in Northern California by wine industry veterans Rebecca Faust and Bruce Lundquist, Rack & Riddle was founded with the mission to craft superior sparkling wines. Through years of steadfast dedication and thoughtful expansion, Rack & Riddle has become the #1 custom sparkling wine producer in the United States with 3.5 million cases of capacity. An exceptional winemaking team dedicated to the mastery of sparkling wine supported by state-of-the-art technology, delivers turnkey grape-to-bottle, wine-to-bottle, and private label sparkling wine services with tank sizes ranging from 500 to 100,000 gallons. Four modern wineries located in Healdsburg, Geyserville and Lodi specialize in Méthode Champenoise, Charmat, and in-line carbonation solutions producing the best of all things sparkling. The company prides itself on being an upstanding member of the communities in which it operates and is committed to operating fairly, ethically, and sustainably.

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Rack & Riddle Expands Sparkling Capabilities with Charmat Facility

Bringing Cutting-Edge Technology and Services to Clients

Healdsburg, CA (March 22, 2023) — Rack & Riddle Custom Wine Services (R&R) is excited to announce today that it has expanded its sparkling capabilities through a multi-year lease agreement with Delicato Family Wines, a Top 10 U.S. producer of California wines. As the only Charmat facility in coastal Northern California, this is an important step in R&R’s growth and expansion strategy, enabling the Company to serve its clients with increased capacity and advanced production capabilities.

The facility features state-of-the-art equipment and infrastructure, allowing R&R to offer its customers a completely new range of services, specifically including: wine canning; in-line carbonation; and the production of Charmat-style sparkling wines. With this expansion, R&R will be able to produce all styles of sparkling wines, further enhancing its previously established industry-leading position. R&R’s exceptional winemaking consistently crafts award-winning Méthode Champenoise sparkling wines.

“As the second largest producer of Méthode Champenoise sparkling wine in the U.S., this is an exciting evolution of our business,” says shared Co-Chief Executive Officers Rebecca Faust and Bruce Lundquist. “We believe that combining our expertise and Delicato’s state-of-the-art Charmat sparkling wine facility will allow us to deliver even more value to our customers. We are beyond pleased to have this association with Delicato Family Wines and their exceptional talents as epitomized by the Indelicato Family.”

This partnership expands R&R’s production capabilities by 345,000 gallons, which feed directly into an 85,000-square-foot building, delivering quality wines to in-line carbonation bottling and canning lines. Both companies will work closely to ensure a seamless transition for their customers.

“This collaboration allows us to optimize our operations and provides us with the flexibility to continue growing our business. As a client of Rack & Riddle, we believe that our partnership will create value for both parties. Based on their success in the industry and similar company values, I do not doubt that this will be a successful and long-term relationship,” remarked Delicato Family Wines CEO Chris Indelicato.

Rack & Riddle is excited to begin this new chapter and looks forward to continuing to grow and innovate in the years to come on behalf of its current clients and those who await in the future.

About Rack & Riddle

Rack & Riddle is an innovative leader in the custom crush and wine services marketplace. Committed to providing pristine facilities where both resident and client winemakers are able to craft award-winning sparkling and still wines, its facilities are bustling year-round. Rack & Riddle offers complete grape-to-bottle and base wine-to-bottle production, and private label sparkling wine services. It controls more than 2.5 million gallons of stainless-steel storage and fermentation vessels across three distinct winery sites, where an exceptional winemaking team produces both Méthode Champenoise & Charmat Sparkling Wines, as well as client-driven Still Wines.

For more information, please contact GM Mark Garaventa: 707-433-8400, [email protected].

About Delicato Family Wines

Delicato Family Wines is a fourth-generation, family-owned company founded in 1924 and ranks among the largest wine companies in the U.S. Delicato’s diversified portfolio of leading wine brands includes Bota Box, Coppola Diamond Collection, Noble Vines, Gnarly Head, Z. Alexander Brown, Coppola Director’s Cut, Black Stallion, Three Finger Jack, Sofia, 1924, and Schmitt Söhne Family Wines (Germany). Transcendent Wines, Delicato’s fine wine sales and marketing portfolio, includes such luxury brands as Black Stallion Limited Release (Napa) and Diora (Monterey, Calif.) in addition to imported luxury estate wines such as Stoneleigh (New Zealand) and Torbreck Vintners (Australia). For more information, visit www.delicato.com and follow on LinkedIn and Facebook.

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