FLORIDA, March 18, 2024 – Island Grove Wine Company, a recognized name in the blueberry agriculture and wine industry, announced today the launch of its highly anticipated product expansion into the Southeastern United States market. In conjunction with market expansion, Island Grove Wine Company is introducing its signature wines in convenient and eco-friendly kegs and cans. This strategic move aligns with the company’s commitment to sustainability and innovation, offering customers an environmentally friendly and practical alternative for enjoying their favorite wines.
“We are excited to announce our expansion across the Southeast,” said John Dorminey, National On-Premise Sales Manager for Island Grove Wine Company. “By launching kegs and cans, restaurants can pour Island Grove’s high-quality fruit wines with zero waste. We hope to become the default “sweet BTG” offering which will expose our wines to consumers who might not even know about wine made from fruits other than grapes.”
Dorminey joins the Island Grove team this year with extensive wholesale draft wine experience, as the company introduces 19.5 liter kegs of their top two best sellers, Blueberry Moscato and Berry Sangria.
The convenience of kegs and cans will make Island Grove wines a versatile option for a wide range of occasions, including outdoor events, gatherings, and brunching with friends. Kegged wine opens up an on-premise world where you can sip your favorite Sangria, poured from a sustainable system that replaces 26 glass bottles per keg. The 250ml aluminum cans offer a quick-serve cooler filler, boat drink, perfect lake beverage kinda feeling that we can all get behind.
The company’s expansion into the Southeastern market reflects its dedication to delivering a premium fruit wine experience that is both accessible and unique. Wine Business Monthly just released an article diving into the award-winning design and rebrand that Island Grove Wine Company went through in the last 2 years. To read more please visit here https://www.winebusiness.com/wbm/article/283332 .
For more information about Island Grove Wine Company and where to find their products, please visit www.islandgrovewinecompany.com.
About Island Grove Wine Company
Founded in 2010, the Island Grove Wine Company was created to make a value-added product to an already thriving blueberry farm. They are a recipient of the 2023 Fl Commissioner of Agriculture’s Ag Environmental Leadership Award. Their signature wines, Kinda Dry and Sorta Sweet, utilize nutrient rich blueberries to create beautiful, dry and sweet, 100% blueberry wines. Now, years later, they produce an extensive portfolio of wines for all palates, with some favorites being Sunshine State Berry Sangria and Blueberry Moscato. Island Grove is always in pursuit of innovative methods and creative avenues to deliver its amazing wine into customers’ hands.
Island Grove Wine Company remains committed to providing exceptional products while fostering a culture of environmental responsibility and innovation within the wine industry. Learn more about the farm and winery through watching the 2023 Florida Commissioner of Agriculture’s Environmental Leadership Award video here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0BZGptDvRrI.
