horizon wines

What horizon wines does

Horizon Wines BV is a privately held Dutch wine importer and distributor headquartered in Almere, Netherlands, founded in 2004 by Mick Kooistra. The company curates a portfolio of approximately 600 wines from roughly 60 producers across Portugal, Italy, France, Spain, Argentina, California, Germany, Austria, New Zealand, and South Africa, with core partnerships including Niepoort Vinhos (Portugal), Mullineux & Leeu Family Wines (South Africa), Greywacke (New Zealand), Cà dei Frati (Italy), and Bodega Amalaya (Argentina). The company also offers Bodega43 wine climate cabinets as an adjacent hardware line.

Horizon Wines operates a sales-led B2B model, supplying independent Dutch wine shops, franchise bottle shops (slijterijen), wholesalers, restaurants, and event venues across the Netherlands. The company serves more than 200 retail accounts and emphasizes personal relationships, curated assortment, and producer-led storytelling. Nationwide delivery is enabled through a third-party logistics partner, Bouw Transport & Zonen. Marketing is conducted through the company website, an editorial blog covering wine regions and producers, active Facebook and Twitter profiles, and an events program of wine tastings, producer visits, and curated wine trips.

The company runs a lean team of six, including founder-owner Mick Kooistra, retail account manager Florian Makowski, office manager Birgitte Bosch, and marketing lead Marieke van 't Root. Revenue is generated through standard B2B import markups on wines sold to trade customers; pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed. There are no disclosed funding rounds, external institutional shareholders, subsidiaries, or M&A activity, and the company is registered as a Dutch private limited company (BV) with no public listing.

Name

horizon wines

Legal name

Horizon Wines BV

Website

https://horizonwines.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2004

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Horizon Wines BV is a Dutch wine importer founded in 2004 that curates approximately 600 wines from about 60 global producers and distributes them to more than 200 independent wine shops, franchise bottle shops, wholesalers, and HORECA accounts across the Netherlands.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Wine Import and Distribution

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

Beverage Import/Export & Cross-Border Wholesale (AFAIAGAL)

akta.pro secondary industry

Wine Tastings & Vineyard/Winery Tours (THAJAGAD)

Keywords

• Wine import
• Wine distribution
• B2B wine wholesale
• International wine portfolio
• Wine retail supply

Headquarters

HQ city

Almere

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Wine Import and Distribution: Horizon Wines imports wines from producers worldwide and distributes to wine shops, liquor stores, and the hospitality sector in the Netherlands. Revenue is generated through the mark-up on imported wines sold to retailers and restaurants.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Horizon Wines is a Dutch wine importer and distributor that selects and imports approximately 600 wines from around 60 producers worldwide and supplies them to independent wine shops, franchise bottle stores, wholesalers, restaurants, and event venues across the Netherlands. The portfolio spans Portugal, South Africa, New Zealand, Italy, Argentina, USA, Spain, France, Germany, and Austria, with a focus on terroir-driven, organic and biodynamic producers. The company also distributes Bodega43 wine climate cabinets for proper wine storage.

Product overview

Horizon Wines is a Dutch wine importer supplying approximately 600 wines from around 60 producers worldwide. The portfolio includes wines from Portugal (Niepoort Vinhos), South Africa (Mullineux & Leeu Family Wines), New Zealand (Greywacke), Italy (Cà dei Frati), Argentina (Bodega Amalaya), USA (Hess Persson Estates), Austria (Weingut Angerhof Tschida), and other regions. The company also offers wine climate cabinets (Bodega43) for storage. They serve wine shops, wholesalers, and HORECA customers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Niepoort Vinhos Wines Portuguese port and wine house from the Douro region producing terroir-driven Douro reds, whites, rosés, and ports including Redoma, Batuta, Charme, Coche, and the 'Gestolen Fiets' project designed for the Dutch market. Supplied to Dutch wine retailers and restaurants.
• Mullineux & Leeu Family Wines South African winery from the Swartland region producing Single Terroir wines, Kloof Street range, and Leeu Passant wines from old vines using organic production methods. Available to Dutch wine retailers and restaurants.
• Greywacke Wines New Zealand winery from Marlborough founded by Kevin Judd, producing Sauvignon Blanc, Wild Sauvignon, Riesling, Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir wines made with minimal intervention and indigenous yeast fermentation. Distributed to Dutch retailers.
• Cà dei Frati Wines Italian family winery from Lugana in Lombardy near Lake Garda producing DOC-certified Lugana white wines from Turbiana (a local Trebbiano mutation) and other regional wines. Family-owned since the 1780s.
• Bodega Amalaya Wines Argentine winery from the Calchaquí Valley at 1,600-2,000 meters altitude owned by the Hess family, producing Malbec, Tannat, and blends. Amalaya Malbec 2019 received 97 points and a Platinum medal at the Decanter World Wine Awards.
• Hess Persson Estates Wines American winery group from Napa Valley and Mount Veeder producing Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Malbec, and Syrah under the Hess Collection, Hess Select, and single-vineyard labels including Su'skol Vineyard Chardonnay and Allomi Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon.
• Weingut Angerhof Tschida Wines Austrian winery producing white wines including Grüner Veltliner and other indigenous Austrian varieties, distributed through Horizon's Dutch trade network.
• Bodega43 Wine Climate Cabinets Wine climate cabinets providing temperature- and humidity-controlled storage for wine collections, sold to Dutch retailers and hospitality venues through Horizon Wines' distribution network.

Quantifiable outcome

• Serving more than 200 wine shops and bottle shops across the Netherlands

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Niepoort VinhoscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFlagship Portuguese wine producer partnership. Niepoort is a renowned port and wine house founded in 1842, now led by sixth-generation winemaker Dirk Niepoort. The company produces wines from three key regions forming a 'terroir triangle': Douro (slate soils), Bairrada (limestone), and Dão (granite). Major portfolio partner with wines including Redoma, Batuta, Charme, Coche, and the 'Gestolen Fiets' project for the Dutch market.
• Mullineux & Leeu Family WinescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSouth African winery from Swartland, founded by Chris and Andrea Mullineux. The winery was twice named 'Winery of the Year' and has received 17 five-star ratings in Platter's guide. Produces Single Terroir wines, Kloof Street range, and Leeu Passant wines. Known for organic production without unnecessary additives.
• GreywackeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNew Zealand winery founded by Kevin Judd, former co-founder and winemaker of Cloudy Bay. Produces wines from Marlborough region including Sauvignon Blanc, Wild Sauvignon, Riesling, Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir. Uses minimal intervention winemaking with indigenous yeast fermentation.
• Cà dei FratiminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerItalian winery from Lugana region in Lombardy, near Lake Garda. Family-owned since the 1780s, now led by the grandchildren of Felice Dal Cero. Known for I Frati Lugana, a DOC-certified wine from Turbania (local Trebbiano mutation).
• Bodega AmalayaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerArgentine winery from Calchaqui Valley, owned by the Hess family. Located at 1600-2000 meters altitude, among the world's highest wine-producing areas. Amalaya Malbec 2019 won 97 points and Platinum at Decanter.
• Hess Persson EstatesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCalifornia winery group including Hess Collection, Hess Select, and single vineyard wines from Mount Veeder and Napa Valley. Founded by Donald Hess, produces wines from multiple vineyards including Su'skol Vineyard Chardonnay and Allomi Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon.
• Wither HillsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNew Zealand winery from Marlborough. Founded by Brent Marris, now led by Matt Large. Known for Taylor River Pinot Noir and sustainable vineyard practices. 98% of New Zealand's vineyards are sustainability certified.
• Weingut Angerhof TschidaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAustrian winery featured in Horizon's portfolio, representing Austria's wine region offerings alongside other European producers.
• Bouw Transport & ZonencoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLogistics partner handling efficient delivery throughout the Netherlands. Enables Horizon's fast and effective supply chain to wine shops, retailers, and hospitality sector across the country.
• BarbeitominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPortuguese port wine producer mentioned as part of Horizon's global producer network, alongside Niepoort, Rey Fernando de Castilla, and others.
• Rey Fernando de CastillaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSpanish wine producer mentioned as part of Horizon's global producer network.
• Mauro MolinominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerItalian wine producer from Piedmont. Visit to Netherlands scheduled for May 2026 per company agenda.
• ValserranominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSpanish wine producer mentioned as part of Horizon's global producer network.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Liberty Wines: UK-based B2B wine importer/distributor with a curated portfolio of independent producers, serving restaurants and independent retailers. Same business model, artisanal focus, and producer-partnership approach as Horizon Wines, in a different geography.
• Best of Wines: European specialty wine retailer/importer operating across Germany and the Netherlands with a curated portfolio. Comparable business model of importing premium wines from independent producers for trade and end consumers.
• Pallas Wines: Dutch B2B wine importer specializing in quality wines from independent producers, with a sales-led model serving Dutch wine shops and restaurants. Highly comparable business model and target customer base to Horizon Wines.
• De Monnik Dranken: Dutch drinks wholesale distributor serving retailers and hospitality with a broad alcoholic beverage portfolio. Comparable B2B distribution model and customer base to Horizon Wines in the Netherlands.
• Polaner Selections: US specialty wine importer focused on family-owned and estate-bottled wines from Europe and the Southern Hemisphere. Closely comparable artisanal-import model, relationship-driven producer partnerships, and B2B distribution focus.
• Henri Bloem: Established Dutch specialty wine importer and retailer with a long history, curating wines from global producers for the Dutch market. Comparable in customer focus and curated portfolio approach, though it also operates retail storefronts.
• Skurnik Wines: US specialty wine importer specializing in family-owned producers from France, Italy, Austria, and beyond. Same B2B distribution model and direct-producer relationship approach as Horizon Wines.
• Bibendum Wine: UK-based B2B wine distributor with a curated portfolio of premium producers serving restaurants and independent retailers. Similar B2B sales-led approach and producer-partnership model, though at larger scale.
• Kermit Lynch Wine Merchant: Iconic US importer of artisanal French and European wines with a small, relationship-driven team. Comparable curated-portfolio philosophy and producer-partnership approach to Horizon Wines.

Broad incumbents

• Berry Bros. & Rudd: Historic UK wine and spirits merchant operating across retail, wholesale, and private client channels at much larger scale than Horizon Wines. Operates in the same specialty wine space but as an established incumbent with broader portfolio and multi-channel reach.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/HorizonWines
• Facebookfacebook.com/HorizonWines
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/horizonwines

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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