Chilean winery Cono Sur has entered a distribution partnership with Monarq Group for the Central American and Caribbean markets, and in US duty free.
The agreement is effective from this month.
Cono Sur Vineyards & Winery was founded in 1993, with a vision of producing premium, expressive and innovative wines that convey the spirit of the New World. Its core values are innovation, quality and sustainability. The Cono Sur name refers to the company’s geographic position, representing wines made in South America’s southern cone, which includes Chile and its gifted wine valleys. |
Monarq Group Founder and CEO Robert de Monchy said: “Cono Sur has expanded the boundaries of sustainable winemaking in Chile and has become one of the most iconic global wine brands and a leader in organic wines.
“As a regional brand building company that prides itself being on the forefront of innovation and sustainability, we are excited to partner with Cono Sur and to grow their iconic wine portfolio throughout the markets of Central America and the Caribbean plus US duty free, including the cruise market.”
Cono Sur Global Commercial Director Francois Le Chat commented: “In our search for a regional partner, we quickly came across Monarq Group as a leading player in building premium wine brands.”
Le Chat said Cono Sur distinguishes itself by three features: “The creative use of technology, orientation towards quality and respect for the environment.”
It added: “We have identified the same features in our partner Monarq and highly value the fact that we both are committed to the environment.”
He pointed out that both Monarq and Cono Sur are rated carbon neutral.
