The Fladgate Partnership, renowned as the owner of Taylor’s Port, has initiated its foray into the realm of table wine production through its exclusive acquisition of a prestigious Portuguese enterprise encompassing nearly 200 hectares of vineyards spanning three distinct regions. This strategic move comes to light as db exclusively unveils the development.
Incorporating the culmination of this acquisition, The Fladgate Partnership’s CEO Adrian Bridge shared that their group, synonymous with Port and tourism, has made the strategic decision to extend its purview into the wine production sector.
The acquisition effectively positions Bridge’s enterprise to assume ownership of all assets and existing stock affiliated with Ideal Drinks, a business established by Portuguese entrepreneur Carlos Dias in 2010. Ideal Drinks commands a notable presence with multiple estates spanning three prominent Portuguese wine regions: Minho, Dão, and Bairrada. Notably absent is the Douro region, wherein The Fladgate Partnership is rooted, possessing and managing 500 hectares of vineyards dedicated to Port production.
Carlos Dias, with a foundation in design and luxury watches, propelled himself to success and later established the renowned Roger Dubuis watch brand, which he divested of 14 years ago. Two years subsequent to his departure from the watch industry, he ventured into the wine sector. This milestone acquisition marks the transition of ownership, as Dias, recognizing his daughter’s disinterest in the responsibility of overseeing operations, undertakes the divestiture of his wine enterprise.
The acquired vineyards have been instrumental in cultivating a diverse range of brands, encompassing white, red, rosé, and sparkling wines. The enterprise prioritizes excellence, characterized by captivating packaging and a steadfast commitment to high-quality products. Among its notable offerings is the Alvarinho wine, distinguished for its quality and character.
