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Purple Wine and Spirits

www.purplewinespirits.com

 
Purple Wine Company was founded in 2001 by Derek Benham and is based in Graton, California. Its mission is to create wines that offer outstanding value, are high quality and consistent in style from vintage to vintage. Current popular brands include Avalon, Four Vines, Cryptic, Calista Pinot Noir and Flint and Steel Sauvignon Blanc. Enjoy today them today at specialty retail locations and restaurants.
  • Number of Employees: 100-250
  • Annual Revenue: $50-100 Million

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