Evaton

Name

Evaton

Legal name

Evaton Inc.

Website

https://evaton.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Wine and Spirits Import Distribution

NAICS

Wine and Distilled Alcoholic Beverage Merchant Wholesalers (42482)

SIC

Wholesale-Beer, Wine & Distilled Alcoholic Beverages (5180)

akta.pro primary industry

Alcohol Importers & Brand Owners (Wholesale) (CRAOAIAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Beer, Wine & Spirits Wholesale Distribution (CRAOAIAA), Beverage Import/Export & Cross-Border Wholesale (AFAIAGAL)

Keywords

• Wine and spirits distribution
• Imported wine portfolio
• Iberian table wines
• Portuguese wine importer
• Specialty spirits distribution

Headquarters

HQ city

Stamford

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Wine & Spirits Import & Distribution: Evaton generates revenue by importing and distributing wine and spirits from Portugal, Spain, France, New Zealand, and other regions to retailers and consumers across the United States. The company serves as the US distribution arm for Sogrape and distributes through wholesale distribution partners and direct relationships with retail chains.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Evaton imports and distributes fine wines and spirits from specialty regions worldwide into the United States, with a focus on Iberian table wines from Portugal and Spain. Operating as the US distribution arm of Sogrape Vinhos (Portugal's leading wine company), Evaton manages an 18+ brand portfolio spanning Portugal, Spain, France, New Zealand, Italy, and Lebanon, and reaches all 50 states through wholesale distributors and direct retail relationships.

Product overview

Evaton is a national importer and distributor of fine wines and spirits, operating as the US distribution arm of Sogrape, Portugal's leading wine company. The portfolio consists of multiple sub-brands and products organized by country of origin: Portugal (Casa Ferreirinha, Ferreira Port, Mateus, Sandeman, Silk & Spice, Azevedo, Gazela, Offley, Herdade do Peso, Quinta dos Carvalhais, Fio a Fio, Macieira), Spain (Montecillo including Rioja Crianza, Reserva, Gran Reserva, Edicion Limitada, Albariño, Garnacha), France (Busnel, Le Caprice de Clementine Rosé), New Zealand (Framingham including Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir), Italy (Ramazzotti Amaro, Sambuca, Aperitivo Rosato), and Lebanon (Arak Razzouk). Additionally, Evaton distributes Kylie Minogue Wines (celebrity rosé partnership) and Constantino Brandy. The product lineup spans wine categories including table wines, Ports, Sherries, rosé, sparkling, and spirits, with the Portuguese portfolio representing the core focus while maintaining geographic diversification across five countries of origin.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Arak Razzouk: An anise-based spirit from Lebanon distilled from grape juice with fresh aniseeds.
• Azevedo
• Busnel
• Casa Ferreirinha
• Ferreira Port
• Framingham
• Gazela
• Herdade do Peso
• Kylie Minogue Wines
• Macieira
• Mateus
• Montecillo
• Offley
• Osborne
• Quinta dos Carvalhais
• Sandeman
• Silk & Spice
• Fio a Fio
• Constantino

Products and services

• Casa Ferreirinha Portuguese Douro Valley wine producer specializing in unfortified Douro wines since 1952, including whites, reds, and Reserva Especial offerings such as Barca Velha, Planalto, Vinha Grande, and Quinta da Leda.
• Ferreira Port Portuguese Port wine house with over 250 years of heritage and the top-selling Port Wine house in Portugal, producing White Port, Late Bottled Vintage, and Vintage Ports.
• Mateus Portugal's most iconic global wine brand established in 1942, now repositioned with Mateus Dry Rosé (Baga and Shiraz blend) as a modern dry expression following the Provence wine style, available in 750ml and 187ml formats; sells over 20 million bottles annually in 120 countries.
• Sandeman Historic Port and Sherry wine house with a portfolio including Founder's Reserve Ruby, 10/20/30/40/50 Year Old Aged Tawnies, Vintage, Quinta Do Seixo Ports, and Sherries, recognized by its black cloak and wide-brimmed hat logo.
• Silk & Spice Portuguese red blend celebrating the Portuguese explorers of the Age of Discovery, made from native Portuguese grapes Touriga Nacional, Alicante Bouschet, and Baga, reflecting flavors of the Silk and Spice Route; received 90+ points from Wine Enthusiast for 6 consecutive years.
• Montecillo Bodegas Montecillo, the third oldest winery in Rioja, Spain, founded in 1874, producing traditional Riojas (Garnacha, Graciano, Rioja Crianza, Reserva, Gran Reserva, Edición Limitada) plus Albariño and Rosé wines, with underground cellars containing hand-stacked bottles dating to 1926.
• Azevedo Vinho Verde producer centered at Quinta de Azevedo estate in Barcelos, Portugal, dating to the 11th century, with 84 acres planted to Loureiro and Alvarinho, producing Loureiro Alvarinho and Fio a Fio White Blend.
• Gazela Iconic Sogrape Vinho Verde brand from Northwest Portugal, light and refreshing with only 87 calories and 9% ABV, including Gazela Vinho Verde (Loureiro, Pedernã, Trajadura, Azal) and Gazela Vinho Verde Rosé (Borracal, Espadeiro, Amaral, Vinhão).
• Arak Razzouk Anise-based Lebanese spirit, the first company to bottle Arak under a brand name in 1918, distilled from grape juice with fresh aniseeds and aged in earthenware jars for at least six months; turns milky white when water is added.
• Offley Historic Port wine house founded in 1737 by William Offley, known for Late Bottled Vintage (LBV) and Vintage Ports, with Baron of Forrester 20YR as flagship aged Tawny expression.
• Herdade do Peso Portuguese wine estate in Vidigueira, Alentejo, producing a range of Alentejo wines including Herdade do Peso Alentejo, Revelado, and Trinca Bolotas, recognized with high ratings from Wine Enthusiast including Cellar Selection designations.
• Kylie Minogue Wines Celebrity-endorsed rosé wine brand launched in partnership with Benchmark Drinks and Kylie Minogue; UK's #1 Rosé brand launching in the US with The Kylie Minogue Prosecco Rosé; has sold over 675,000 cases since launch.
• Framingham New Zealand wine producer from Marlborough, producing Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, and Nobody's Hero range with strong varietal expression; 2019 Sauvignon Blanc received 93 points from Wine Enthusiast.
• Quinta dos Carvalhais Portuguese wine producer from the Douro region producing single varietal and blended wines, including the award-winning Quinta dos Carvalhais Encruzado.
• Busnel French brand representing Calvados and other spirits from the Normandy region in Evaton's portfolio.
• Macieira Portuguese wine brand in Evaton's distribution portfolio.
• Osborne Spanish wine and spirits producer brand in Evaton's portfolio, including Montecillo and other Spanish wine offerings.
• Fio a Fio Vinho Verde-inspired white blend inspired by Portuguese embroidery and lace traditions of Northern Portugal; made from 42% Fernão Pires, 41% Loureiro, 17% Alvarinho with manual harvesting and skin contact with cold maceration.
• Constantino Brandy Portuguese brandy made from high-quality brandies selected for softness and vinic characteristics; golden amber color with warm spice, toasted almond, and oak aromas; aged for 12 months in large oak casks.
• Ramazzotti Amaro Italian amaro liqueur from Milan, founded in 1815 by Ausano Ramazzotti, made with 33 herbs and roots including cardamom and clove; cherry cola, rhubarb, orange, and vanilla sweetness profile; Gold Medal winner at 2019 SFWSC.
• Ramazzotti Sambuca Italian anise-flavored liqueur from the Ramazzotti house; Silver Medal winner at 2019 SFWSC.
• Ramazzotti Aperitivo Rosato Italian fresh and fruity aperitif with natural hibiscus and orange blossom aromas at 15% ABV; Gold Medal at 2019 Las Vegas Global Spirit Awards and Bronze at 2019 SFWSC.
• Le Caprice de Clementine Rosé Provence rosé from Côtes de Provence, blend of equal parts Cinsault and Grenache produced between Toulon and St-Tropez; 92 points Best Buy from Wine & Spirits Magazine.

Quantifiable outcome

• 20 million bottles sold annually across 120 countries for Mateus brand
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• Benchmark DrinkscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 February 2022Benchmark Drinks is a London-based distributor and brand developer established in 2018. They partnered with Kylie Minogue to launch Kylie Minogue Wines and partnered with Evaton for US distribution. Paul Schaafsma serves as Founder and Managing Director.
• Kylie MinoguecoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 9 February 2022Kylie Minogue Wines launched in the US in February 2022 through Evaton distribution. Kylie Minogue is a global music icon with over 80 million records sold. The partnership brings UK's #1 Rosé brand to US consumers, with initial launch in California, Florida, New York, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Texas, and Ohio.
• Sogrape VinhosflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerEvaton is the US distribution arm of Sogrape Vinhos, Portugal's leading wine company. Founded in 1942, Sogrape is family-owned by the third generation of the Guedes family and includes iconic brands like Mateus, Sandeman Ports & Sherries, and Casa Ferreirinha. Sogrape was ranked #1 Winery in the World in 2015 and 2016 by WAVWS.
• InstacartminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEvaton partnered with Instacart to enable consumers to order wines through online delivery from partnered retailers, making ordering convenient and simple for customers.
• Southern Glazer's Wine & SpiritscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOne of the largest wine and spirits distribution partners in the United States, enabling Evaton's national distribution footprint across multiple regions.
• RNDC (Republic National Distributing Company)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNational wine and spirits distribution partner covering multiple US states, part of Evaton's distribution network for reaching retailers and restaurants.
• PORVIDminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNon-profit organization co-founded by Sogrape with the Portuguese government to conserve grape variety biodiversity. Sogrape has preserved over 60 indigenous Portuguese grape varieties through this initiative.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Vias Imports: Specialist Italian wine importer with national US distribution — comparable single-region specialty focus and similar reliance on three-tier distribution partners for scale.
• Domaine Select Wine Estates: Boutique importer of artisanal wines from small European estates — closely comparable portfolio philosophy (small, terroir-driven producers) and channel mix to Evaton's Iberian-anchored offering.
• Winebow Imports: Multi-region importer/distributor with deep Italian, French, and Spanish portfolios and national three-tier reach — directly comparable as a similarly sized specialty importer that combines premium European portfolios with US distribution infrastructure.
• Frederick Wildman & Sons: Premium European wine and spirits importer with strong French/Italian/Spanish portfolio — comparable as a private specialty importer relying on tier-1 distributor partners to reach national retail and on-premise accounts.
• Broadbent Selections: US importer of estate-bottled wines, particularly Portuguese and other European portfolios — directly comparable as Broadbent was the prior US distributor of Casa Ferreirinha and Ferreira Port before those rights transferred to Evaton in April 2020.
• Skurnik Wines: Family-owned importer of small-production estate wines from France, Italy, Germany, and other European regions — a head-to-head comparable for a small specialty importer that reaches tier-1 retailers and restaurants via multi-region portfolio.
• Kobrand Corporation: Family-owned importer of premium wines and spirits across European regions (Bordeaux, Burgundy, Italy, Spain) with national US footprint — comparable business model and category mix, including cognac/sherry-style adjacencies.

Emerging players

• Polaner Selections: Family-run specialty importer focused on small-production European wines — similar scale and portfolio model, but with narrower geographic focus than Evaton.

Broad incumbents

• Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits: The largest US wine and spirits distributor and one of Evaton's key channel partners — comparable in that it carries Iberian and European premium brands, but operates at vastly greater scale across all categories.
• Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC): Top-tier US wine and spirits distributor and a national channel partner for Evaton — comparable in product overlap but operates nationwide across all major beverage categories at much greater scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries19 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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