New York City – (August 22, 2024) –Aperture Cellars, the renowned winery in Sonoma County producing world-class Bordeaux varietals in California, announced a new key partnership with Frederick Wildman & Sons Distributors in New York and New Jersey. Effective August 1st, Wildman will be the sole and exclusive distributor for Aperture Cellars and Devil Proof wines in these states.
Founded by first-generation winemaker Jesse Katz in 2009 and crafted from over 200 acres of unique, cool-climate vineyards in Sonoma’s top regions, Aperture has quickly identified itself as an elite wine label and world-class player boasting powerful, rich fruit characteristics with elegance and freshness.
Dedicated to sourcing, distributing, and marketing the world’s finest wines and spirits, Frederick Wildman & Sons’ portfolio continues to grow with the addition of Aperture Cellars, now including more than 50 brands under its umbrella, each one unique and each one prominent in its region of production.
“We are honored to collaborate with a company that shares our passion for world-class wines. The history, experience, and exceptional portfolio of Frederick Wildman & Sons Distributors make them the perfect partner for us. We believe our wines are in great hands, joining some of the best producers in the world. We look forward to continuing our relationships with the finest accounts in New York and New Jersey and are confident the Frederick Wildman team will elevate our brand to new heights in these key markets.” Aperture Cellars Founder and Head Winemaker Jesse Katz.
“We are thrilled to be partnering with Jesse Katz and the Aperture team. Under Jesse’s visionary leadership, the brand represents the pinnacle of Sonoma wine today and has elevated the region’s Bordeaux varieties. We look forward to bringing the wines to our customers in NY and NJ.” -Kari Brandt, Vice President, General Manager Wholesale, Frederick Wildman.
Cabernet Sauvignon is the signature wine of Aperture Cellars. The portfolio also includes a Red Bordeaux Blend, Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin Blanc, and single-vineyard Cabernet Sauvignons. Aperture is the only Cabernet Sauvignon in the history of the Alexander Valley region to ever have received a perfect score. Devil Proof revolves around single vineyard dry-farmed expressions of Malbec, from Alexander Valley’s Farrow Ranch, and from Rockpile Ridge vineyard in the Rockpile AVA. Devil Proof holds the esteemed position as the highest-rated California Malbec by all of the top wine critics, and the only Malbec to receive numerous 100 point scores.
Having created one of the most acclaimed Bordeaux houses in Sonoma history, Aperture Cellars’ is concentrating on a greater presence in New York and New Jersey. Currently available in 19 states and 6 countries, with additional markets slated to open, Aperture is proud to form this strategic alliance with the Frederick Wildman & Sons team to further enrich their storied history in the states.
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ABOUT APERTURE
Aperture Cellars, founded in 2009 by first-generation winemaker Jesse Katz, is dedicated to crafting a range of expressive Bordeaux-style wines from Sonoma County’s premier cool climate vineyard sites. The Aperture Estate, located in Healdsburg, California, is home to a 24,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art winery and 4,000 sq. ft. hospitality space. Jesse’s father, Andy Katz, is a celebrated photographer who has greatly inspired Aperture’s visual identity through his works that are integral to the brand. Aperture meticulously oversees every aspect of farming across their Northern California properties, from their estate in Sonoma County to Alexander Valley, Geyserville, Clarksburg, and Bennett Valley. The winery has set numerous records from consumers and wine critics, earning multiple 100-point scores, including the first perfect score ever for Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec in the Alexander Valley appellation.
