March 6, 2026 (New York, NY) — T. Edward Wines & Spirits, the NYC-based national importer and distributor founded in 1994, announces a milestone year of growth in 2025, marked by record-breaking revenue expansion, accelerated national distribution, and significant strategic investments in leadership and infrastructure to support its next phase of disciplined growth.
In 2025, T. Edward achieved a 38% year-over-year increase in total revenue and 23% growth in volume, capping seven consecutive years of sustained expansion.e The company sold more than 600,000 9L cases across its wine and spirits portfolio and surpassed a major revenue threshold, reinforcing its position as one of the fastest-growing independent importers and distributors in the United States.
“This past year represents a defining chapter in the evolution of T. Edward,” said Anthony Zraly, Chief Growth Officer. “For over 30 years, we have built this company intentionally — prioritizing authenticity, integrity, and long-term relationships. Our growth reflects not only portfolio strength, but the trust of our producers and customers across the country.”
COMPANY STRUCTURE
Headquartered in New York City, T. Edward operates direct distribution across New York, New Jersey, California, Pennsylvania, Illinois, and Connecticut, while maintaining national distribution partnerships in all 50 states. This infrastructure is supported by four Regional Managers overseeing the Northeast, Southeast, Midwest, and Western markets, a National Accounts Manager, along with a dedicated National Sales Director, Jeremy Shanker MS, driving coordinated growth.
In the New York Metro region alone, the company serves more than 4,000 active customers, supported by 35 sales representatives and 7 sales managers across NY, NJ, PA, and CT. Its customer base spans Michelin-starred restaurants, private members clubs, luxury hotels, fine dining institutions, anchor retail accounts, and dynamic independent operators
— often described internally as serving “from the Four Seasons to the Four Horsemen.” Launched in 2023 and led today by Director Jennifer Sin, the Prestige Brands Division is T. Edward’s dedicated fine wine arm, supported by a specialized team and focused resources. The division strengthens the company’s national footprint through a curated portfolio of historic and benchmark producers.
KEY BRAND GROWTH
Several key brands delivered standout performance. Gulp Hablo, the company’s flagship Spanish wine brand, sold over 50,000 9L cases in 2025, reflecting sustained consumer demand and expanded national distribution. In the spirits portfolio, Arette Tequila led category growth with over 70,000 9L cases sold, reinforcing T. Edward’s continued expansion in premium agave spirits.
Within the Prestige Division and fine wine portfolio, several key producers delivered exceptional growth in 2025. Matthiasson increased 40% year over year, while Champagne Billecart-Salmon grew 17% and further strengthened its on-premise presence with more than 100 simultaneous by-the-glass placements across New York City. Cerbaiona rose 150%, 00 Wines increased 146%, Armand Heitz grew 144%, and Kazumi Wines led the portfolio with an impressive 200% gain. Together, these results underscore the continued momentum of T. Edward’s prestige strategy and its strength in driving premium fine wine performance across top-tier accounts.
TALENT INVESTMENT
To support its expansion, T. Edward has made significant investments in leadership and national infrastructure over the past 12 months. New hires include:
- Emily Wynbrandt, Spirits Portfolio Manager – Mexico & South America (Spring 2025)
- Rahat Salam, Director of Business Intelligence (Summer 2025)
- Myles Romanow, Prestige Division – Key Account Manager (Summer 2025)
- Alan Gary, California Sales Manager (Summer 2025)
- Lex Cerino, NY Metro Spirits Specialist (Fall 2025)
- Jerusha Frost, National Sales – Northeast Regional Manager (Fall 2025)
- Juliana Colangelo, Director of Marketing (February 2026)
- Christopher Dorman, National Sales – Western Regional Manager (February 2026)
Strategic promotions include:
- James Ortiz, Executive Senior Controller (January 2026)
- Ronak Parikh, Executive Director of Strategy & Operations (January 2026)
- Jennifer Sin, Director of Prestige Division (January 2026)
- Crystl Horton, Director of Wholesale – NY, NJ, PA, CT (January 2026)
- Kevin Diamond, NY Metro Sales Manager (March 2026)
“These investments in people are foundational to our next phase of growth,” said Anthony Zraly, Chief Growth Officer. “As we scale nationally, we are building infrastructure that allows us to deepen brand building, strengthen regional execution, and expand our spirits and prestige divisions with focus and discipline. Our goal is not just growth for growth’s sake — it’s sustainable, strategic expansion that supports our producers and delivers value to our partners across the country.”
With a strengthened executive team, expanded regional sales leadership, and continued portfolio momentum, T. Edward pushes forward in 2026 positioned for growth across wine and spirits, with particular emphasis on premium agave, prestige imports, and innovative wine formats.
ABOUT T. EDWARD
T. Edward Wines & Spirits is driven by a simple yet powerful idea: to bring authentic, sustainably crafted wines and spirits from family-owned producers around the world to the U.S. market. Through a commitment to quality, integrity, and long-term partnership, T. Edward continues to build a portfolio that reflects both heritage and innovation while reshaping the industry through thoughtful, purpose-driven growth.
For more information, please contact info@tedwardwines.com or visit www.tedwardwines.com.
