Nashville, TN – (February 5, 2024) — Aperture, the renowned winery in Sonoma County producing world-class Bordeaux varietals in California, announced a new key partnership with Lipman Brothers Distributors in Nashville and the surrounding areas. Effective February 1st, Lipman will be the sole and exclusive distributor for Aperture and Devil Proof wines in the region.
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. Cabernet Sauvignon is the signature wine of Aperture. 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, Aperture’s sister brand, is a cult wine label also created by Jesse Katz, and was inspired by his time spent in Argentina growing and crafting world-class Malbec. 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.
Established in 1939, Lipman Brothers was the first distributor of wine and spirits in Tennessee and has been an essential part of Nashville for more than 80 years. Dedicated to sourcing, distributing, and marketing the world’s finest wines and spirits, Lipman Brothers’ portfolio continues to grow with the addition of Aperture, now including more than 100 brands under its umbrella, each one unique and each one prominent in its region of production.
“We are thrilled to partner with Lipman Brothers, a company with a rich history and deep expertise in fine wine distribution. Their commitment to quality and strong relationships in the Tennessee market make them an ideal partner for us. We are confident that our wines will be well represented alongside some of the most esteemed producers in the industry. We look forward to expanding our presence in Nashville and sharing the Aperture portfolio with wine lovers across the region.” – Aperture Founder and Winemaker Jesse Katz.
Having created one of the most acclaimed Bordeaux houses in Sonoma history, Aperture is concentrating on a greater presence in Nashville. Currently available in 20 states and 6 countries, with additional markets slated to open, Aperture is proud to form this strategic alliance with the Lipman Brothers team to further enrich their storied history in the states.
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ABOUT APERTURE
Aperture, founded in 2009 by fi rst-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.
