October 8, 2019, San Francisco, CA – California wholesale distributor, Maritime – California, is delighted to announce their selection as the distributor of French and Chilean wines from highly-regarded Thiénot Bordeaux-Champagnes. Founded in 1985, Thiénot combines the very best of viticulture and tradition from the iconic wine regions of Bordeaux and Champagne and has evolved to become a significant influence in the international marketplace.
Starting in October, Maritime’s customers will have exclusive access to the following:
- Champagnes from the venerable house of Canard-Duchêne in Montagne de Reims.
- Wines from Dourthe who has provided a benchmark in Bordeaux winemaking since 1840.
- Viña Arboleda, single-vineyard wines of world-class quality from Chile’s Aconcagua Valley by iconic vintner, Eduardo Chadwick.
- Seña, Eduardo Chadwick’s allocated and consistently highly-lauded Bordeaux Blend from Chile; initially a joint venture with Robert Mondavi.
Seth Fagelman, President and Co-CEO of Serendipity Wines, the parent company of Maritime-California says, “We are delighted to begin our partnership with Thiénot in California. Thiénot’s brands and reputation fit well with our company values and complements our portfolio. Our California team is excited to represent such a well-respected and high-quality producer and rapidly grow their brands.” Seth continues, “We’re are significantly expanding our sales force and expect Thiénot to be a terrific draw!”
With the addition of the Thiénot selections, Maritime-California now represents 80 wine and spirits producers from 10 countries that furthers their mission of celebrating curiosity, ambition and achievement in all corners of the world and bringing us closer together with delivery to tables in California.
About Maritime-California
Maritime – California is the wholesale division of Texas-based Serendipity Wines, whose vision is to build a business that allows their customers, suppliers and to explore cultures, share stories and better connect through a thoughtfully curated portfolio of wines and spirits. Learn more at Serendipity Wines.
About Thiénot Bordeaux-Champagnes
From the Montagne de Reims to the hills of San Francisco, from the Medoc to Ginza, Thiénot Bordeaux-Champagnes is a gateway to different cultures and world markets.
Constantly abreast of the latest market trends, yet mindful of each company’s individual identity, its distribution is quality focused and selective. A key player on the domestic market in France, the company benefits from a dedicated distribution network, comprising three sales divisions. Represented in more than 90 countries through its various export subsidiaries and distributors, Thiénot Bordeaux-Champagnes has its own team of international sales specialists.
