Internal Promotions at Frederick Wildman and Sons, Ltd.

Recognition for Continual Success

NEW YORK -- Richard Cacciato, President and CEO of Frederick Wildman and Sons is most honored to announce many internal changes and promotions in all departments at Frederick Wildman and Sons, Ltd.

In continuing with the steady development of our company, the following personnel changes are effective immediately. On the sales and marketing side: Francine Kowalsky, former Senior Brand Manager for the Argentine portfolio, will assume the position of AVP/Director of Marketing for the National Brands Division of Wildman. Adam LaPierre, previously Regional Director of Fine Wines for the West Coast operations at Wildman, is now named Director of National Accounts, and, Craig Drollett, web manager for a little over a year, will now assume the position of Director of Internet Marketing for the company. Wildman's wholesale division promoted Benjamin Kirschner who will assume the position of Domestic Portfolio/Key Account Manager. And, on the operations and finance side of things, Kevin Murphy is now Director of Operations, and Tina Smoudianis will assume the position of Senior Staff Accountant.

"These changes have been put into place not only in recognition of the contribution these individuals have made to the success of Wildman," said Richard Cacciato, president of Frederick Wildman and Sons, "but it will strengthen our existing management team and enhance our ability to compete in this very challenging environment."

Wildman's move going forward represents a true dedication to the advancement of its employees and to the promotion of the diverse portfolio--a team of professionals actively working together in maximizing the potential and continued success of the company.

ABOUT FREDERICK WILDMAN AND SONS:

Importers of fine wines and spirits since 1934, Frederick Wildman and Sons, Ltd., is committed to excellence, and is a major force in the world of wine in the United States. The familiar Wildman oval found on every bottle sold is recognized around the world as a symbol of quality assurance.

Frederick Wildman and Sons, Ltd., portfolio of brands includes: ITALY: Abbona, Ca' Bianca, Ca' Donini, Castello Monaci, Conti Formentini, Folonari, Galtarossa, La Scolca, Lamberti, Le Chiuse, Le Ragose, Fattorie Melini, Melini, Nino Negri, Pellegrino, Tenuta Rapitala, Re Manfredi, Santa Maria La Palma, Santi; FRANCE: Champagne Pol Roger, Chartreuse, Chateau Fuisse/Vincent Selections, Chateau La Lagune, Chateau St. Sulpice, Armand Rousseau, Christian Moreau Pere et Fils, Jacques Prieur, Olivier Leflaive, Hugel et Fils, Domaine Faiveley, Pascal Jolivet, Paul Jaboulet Aine, Stephane Aviron, Hecht & Bannier, Vertical Vodka; ARGENTINA: Astica, Broquel, Falling Star, Michel Torino, Cuma, Trapiche; SPAIN: El Coto de Rioja, Baron de Ley, Museum, Maximo; GERMANY: Egon Muller/Chateau Bela, Wittmann; AUSTRIA: Grooner; AUSTRALIA: Jinda-lee; NEW ZEALAND: Glazebrook; CHILE: Arboleda, Sena; PORTUGAL: Churchill's and Churchill Estate, SCOTLAND: Pig's Nose, Sheep Dip; MEXICO; Ilegal Mezcal.

Dynamic changes for a dynamic group!

Frederick Wildman and Sons, the Oval of Quality.