June 26, 2025 (Napa Valley, CA) — Napa Valley, CA — Silver Oak Cellars, a benchmark in American luxury wine, announced today a strategic realignment of its U.S. distributor network to support the next phase of national growth and deepen its investment in the wholesale channel.
Silver Oak will partner with Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC), Breakthru Beverage Group, and Johnson Brothers as its lead distributors in markets nationwide. This decision follows a comprehensive strategic review and reflects Silver Oak’s long-term commitment to high-performing wholesale partners who share its values of craftsmanship, hospitality, and premium brand-building.
“As stewards of Silver Oak, we’ve always been driven to evolve — not only in how we make wine, but in how we deliver a truly memorable luxury experience,” said David R. Duncan, Proprietor and Executive Chairman of Silver Oak Cellars. “This next chapter, shaped by deepened partnerships with our top distributors, strengthens our foundation while opening new opportunities for innovation, sustainability, and meaningful engagement with today’s discerning consumer.”
Silver Oak has partnered with RNDC in many of the nation’s most dynamic growth markets, including Texas, Florida, Illinois, and New York. Its long-standing relationship with Breakthru Beverage continues to expand, particularly across California and key Western states. Johnson Brothers, a trusted partner known for its strong execution and deep regional relationships, now represents Silver Oak in eight markets and extends the brand’s footprint with thoughtful, localized stewardship.
“This alignment sharpens our market approach and sets us up for scalable, sustained growth,” added Tim Duncan, Proprietor and Chief Revenue Officer. “These partners are true extensions of our team, and together we’re poised to elevate every aspect of our commercial execution.”
In addition to RNDC, Breakthru, and Johnson Brothers, Silver Oak maintains valued partnerships with Opici Family Distributing and Martignetti Companies across select regional markets. The company remains committed to long-term, best-in-class distribution that supports its growing luxury wine portfolio, including Silver Oak, Twomey, OVID Napa Valley, Timeless Napa Valley, and Prince Hill Vineyards.
Silver Oak U.S. Distribution Network:
RNDC – AK, DC, FL, ID, IL, IN, KY, LA, MD, MS, NM, NY, OK, OR, PA, SC, TX, UT, VA, WA, WY
Breakthru Beverage – CA, CO, AZ, NV, MO, DE
Johnson Brothers – NC, HI, MN, NE, IA, SD, ND
Opici Family Distributing – NJ
Martignetti Companies – MA, NH
Mancini Beverage – RI
About Silver Oak Cellars
Silver Oak Cellars was founded in 1972, renowned for crafting Cabernet Sauvignon. Fueled by passion and driven by a relentless pursuit of perfection, its meticulously crafted Cabernet Sauvignons are exclusively aged in American Oak, creating wines of elegance, complexity, and consistency. Silver Oak’s wineries in Napa Valley and Alexander Valley are the first production wineries to achieve LEED Platinum certification, underscoring Silver Oak’s leadership in sustainable winemaking. Their commitment to quality and excellence has expanded other wine varietals and brands across Twomey, OVID Napa Valley, Timeless Napa Valley, and Prince Hill Vineyards, each providing a unique yet consistently exceptional wine experience.
About Republic National Distributing Company
As a leading national beverage distributor in wine and spirits, RNDC has established its reputation by bringing the industry’s brightest talent together, consistently igniting opportunities for our suppliers, customers, and associates. Our expansive national reach empowers suppliers by building strategic relationships with on- and off-premise customers, elevating their brands, and connecting them with their target consumers. Operating in the District of Columbia and 39 states across the United States, we are committed to being the most valuable partner to all we serve.
With roots extending before Prohibition and a footprint spanning from local to national, digital to DTC, we are ushering in a new era of wine and spirits distribution within the three-tier system.
At RNDC, we work in that rare space where commitment to craft meets unrelenting quality. Fueled by passion, we are raising the bar for beverage alcohol distribution—elevating spirits and sales across our value chain.
About Breakthru Beverage
Breakthru Beverage Group is one of the leading beverage wholesalers in the United States and the largest broker in Canada, representing a portfolio of premier spirits, wine, beer, and non- alcoholic brands. Breakthru is family-owned and operates in 16 markets with more than $8.6 billion in annual sales and a team of 9,500 dedicated associates. The company delivers world- renowned beverage brands to the doorsteps of North America’s retail, convenience, bar, and restaurant businesses, and has been named a “U.S. Best Managed Company” for four years in a row. For more information, visitwww.BreakthruBev.com.
About Martignetti Companies
Established in 1908, Martignetti Companies is the sixth largest wine & spirits distributor in the country and the leading distributor of beer in New England. Based in Taunton, Massachusetts, the Company currently operates in six New England states: Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island. For more information, visit www.martignetti.com
About Johnson Brothers
Johnson Brothers is a multi-generational family-owned wine, beer, and spirits distributor in the United States. Founded by Lynn Johnson in 1953, the company remains committed to its founding values of work ethic, passion, innovation, teamwork, excellence, and integrity. Through forging strong partnerships with top-tier suppliers globally, Johnson Brothers offers an exceptional portfolio of world-class brands to customer partners across 19 states. With a dedicated team of nearly 5,000, Johnson Brothers remains committed to delivering excellence and continued growth across its operations. For the second consecutive year, Johnson Brothers has been honored as one of the Most Trustworthy Companies in America by Newsweek. For more information about Johnson Brothers, please visit:
Johnsonbrothers.com | LinkedIn
