Fine Wine Importer Distributor For Sale

Business description

As an independent distributor of premier wine and spirits, in their first 5 years this business has already become respected in their market and is experiencing substantial growth. With an established and expanding customer base numbering greater than 600, a stable team of very experienced personnel in sales, and broad marketing and distribution plans in place, they are entering the expansion phase of their life-cycle. By pursuing manageable growth to achieve consistent results, this team has spent the early years building a solid foundation for further growth, and now offers some of the most experienced and reliable service in their market. Showing a significant increase in sales, this five-year old company will generate over $210,000 of cash benefit for the owner from more than $4.0M in sales in 2007, nearly five times the 2006 benefit.
Specializing in offering wines of distinction from new and boutique wineries and winemakers, this distributor offers a more personal experience for business partners and customers throughout the supply chain. Operational focus emphasizes a commitment to excellent customer services and relationships, a broad selection of distinctive, high quality domestic and international supply sources, cost effective operations, and competitive pricing. This philosophy and approach creates a recipe for success and significant potential for further growth.
With 125 different product lines, including nearly 500 different bottle selections, and climate-controlled storage and climate-controlled delivery, distinctive wineries and suppliers are regularly sending new products for evaluation. These new additions to the product portfolio, combined with a devotion to customer service and quality, create significant competitive advantages. This Wine & Spirits Import and Wholesale business has in a short period of time established a reputation for high quality products and exceptional service, and is characterized by a competitive spirit. They are clearly ready to move to the next level with a Buyer that shares that vision.

Property information

Real Estate:

Lease

Lease terms:

12,200 SF Office/Warehouse - Leased until 2010

Location:

Suitability of location is excellent.

Other information

Expansion potential:

Expand to reach further in the target area.
Regional warehouses and delivery capabilities; Additional outside sales reps (with previous outside sales experience); wine knowledge; wine acquisitions. Customer partnership - mix of lower & higher margin opportunities.

Competition / Market:

There are only a few competitors in the trade area. Unique, exclusive product lines, sales reps, customer relations, flexible, responsive service, and community involvement make this business rise to the top with competition. As relative newcomer to the established industry, they hold the only warehouse in their trade area. Knowledgeable, passionate staff; high quality products, flexibility, customer service, and reasonable price for quality products are just a few of this business' strong points.

Support & training:

Owner will provide support as a Supplier Liaison, Consultant, and Sales Rep for (4)weeks through transition period, and for a fair hourly rate if more transition assistance is needed.

Reasons for selling:

Time to retire- again.

Trading hours:

M-Sat 7:30 AM-6:00 PM

Financing available:

The seller will provide some financing.

Furniture / Fixtures value:

$37,289

Inventory / Stock value:

$774,618

Related documents:

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• Confidentiality Agreement

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• Buyers Financial Profile

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