Stamford, CT (August 12, 2024): Evaton, Inc., a premier importer of fine wines and spirits, has appointed Andrew Block as Chief Sales Officer—a new strategic position aimed at driving ambitious growth across its prestige and consumer wine portfolios. Block, a seasoned veteran with over three decades of experience in the beverage alcohol industry, with progressively larger roles at Gallo, Guinness, Diageo Chateau & Estates and Rodney Strong Wine Estates, is set to spearhead Evaton’s commercial expansion efforts effective Monday, August 12th.
Under Sogrape’s ownership, Evaton has doubled in size and continues to scale its operations, with focus on establishing Portugal as a top producer of award-winning wines in the U.S. market. Block’s leadership will be critical in supporting the sales organization and strengthening the company’s relationships with customers and distributors, ensuring the success of Evaton’s expanding brand portfolio, led by Silk & Spice and Sandeman as well as an exciting new product pipeline.
“Andy’s extensive experience, and track record of success make him the right fit at the right time to elevate our business,” said Stephen Brauer, CEO of Evaton, Inc. “His leadership profile aligns perfectly with our ambition and commitment to excellence and innovation in the wine industry.”
Evaton, based in Stamford, Connecticut, is the U.S. distribution arm of Sogrape, Portugal’s leading wine company and boasts an award-winning portfolio that includes brands like Silk & Spice, Sandeman, Mateus, Casa Ferreirinha, Montecillo and Kylie Minogue Wines.
ABOUT EVATON, INC.
Founded in 2000, Evaton USA is a national importer of fine wines and spirits, with an award-winning portfolio specializing in the Iberian Peninsula. Evaton is the US distribution arm of Sogrape, Portugal’s leading wine company, known for such iconic brands as Mateus, Sandeman Ports & Sherries and Casa Ferreirinha, as well as additional partnerships with premium wine and spirits brands and families from Italy, France and Spain. Headquartered in Stamford, CT, the company distributes its fine wine and spirits portfolio in all fifty states.
