M.S. Walker imports, produces and distributes wines and spirits in the US. Credit: Kym Ellis on Unsplash.

MS Walker has announced the acquisition of Winebow’s wholesale operations in Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

MS Walker principal Doug Shaw said: “We are thrilled to enhance our home market footprint and to strengthen our relationship with Winebow through this acquisition.

“Our like-minded organisations are built around great people, and we are excited to welcome both the talented Winebow team and the prestigious selection of supplier partners to our family. We look forward to building upon the existing success of the local Winebow organisations.”

“This deal not only expands this relationship, but also enables our suppliers, customers and employees to benefit from MS Walker’s position in the marketplace.”

With this acquisition, MS Walker intends to strengthen its long-standing partnership to extend reach and awareness for key brands.

Based in Glen Allen, Virginia, Winebow imports and distributes a portfolio of fine wine and spirits from around the world. The company has represented some of the most established properties in prominent growing areas. It has supported winemakers and distillers since 1980.

Winebow president and CEO Dean Ferrell said: “MS Walker has been a major force in the industry and a leading distributor in New England for decades.

“Since 2009, they have been an outstanding partner of ours, and this deal not only expands this relationship, but also enables our suppliers, customers and employees to benefit from MS Walker’s position in the marketplace.

“Bringing our wholesale and import brands to more people in these markets is of utmost importance to Winebow, and this deal with our friends at MS Walker will achieve this.”

The deal is scheduled to be completed on 30 April 2019.