Coterie Holdings has today announced the acquisition of Global Wine Solutions, a leading provider of Fine Wine & Spirits supply to the Super Yacht Industry. This strategic partnership marks a significant milestone for both organisations, enhancing their combined ability to deliver exceptional quality, expertise, and innovation across the global wine supply chain.

As a result of the acquisition, Global Wine Solutions will continue to operate under its established brand while leveraging Coterie Holdings extensive resources, network, and market expertise to further expand its reach and service offerings. The combined strength of both companies will create new opportunities for growth, improved operational efficiency, and the ability to meet the evolving demands of global wine consumers with a notable impact on the high-net-worth customer, most immediately in the exciting and growing Super Yacht sector.

“We are thrilled to become part of the Coterie Holdings family,” said Master of Wine, Liam Steevenson, CEO of Global Wine Solutions. “This partnership brings together two organisations with a shared passion for excellence and innovation in the wine industry. Working alongside the incredibly talented Lay & Wheeler team and with the resource that Coterie Vaults offers us and our client base, dramatically enhances our capabilities, helping us continue to deliver outstanding solutions to our customers.”

Coterie Holdings, known for its portfolio of high-quality businesses, positioned within the global drinks market, sees this acquisition as a key step in its strategy to broaden its market footprint and further diversify its offerings. The integration of Global Wine Solutions into the group strengthens its presence across key international markets, notably within the Super Yacht and high-net-worth sectors, as well as providing new pathways to collaborate with top vineyards, wineries, and distributors around the world.

“Global Wine Solutions is a natural fit for Coterie Holdings,” said Michael Saunders, CEO of Coterie Holdings “Their expertise in sourcing and distributing Fine Wines & Spirits to some very specific customer sectors aligns perfectly with our vision for growth and delivering excellence across the industry. My relationship with founder and CEO Liam Steevenson dates back over twenty years, and I have watched him innovate and execute consistently within the constraints of a normally traditional industry, so to bring him into the team, along with his obvious wine knowledge is incredibly exciting for all of us.”

Both companies are committed to ensuring a seamless transition for clients, partners, and employees. Global Wine Solutions’ existing leadership team will remain in place, continuing to lead day-to-day operations and strategic initiatives, ensuring continuity of service, and furthering the company’s tradition of excellence.

About Global Wine Solutions:

Global Wine Solutions (www.globalwinesolutions.com) is a leading provider of Fine Wine and Spirits to the Super Yacht Industry. Established by Master of Wine, Liam Steevenson, it boasts a team of Wine experts, logistics and export managers that is unmatched in this sector in the trade and has seen the company quickly become recognised as the go-to supplier for the quality conscious client.

With strategically positioned offices in the United Kingdom, France and the United States, it has firmly established our presence in key maritime hubs, ensuring impeccable service and access to an unparalleled selection of world-class Wines and Spirits for those who demand nothing but the finest.

At Global Wine Solutions, we understand the unique tastes and preferences of the Super Yacht community. With an unwavering commitment to excellence, an extensive global network of suppliers and producers, and a passionate team of experts who curate a portfolio of wines and spirits that rival the most exclusive cellars in the world.

Global Wine Solutions development of the CruSmart Wine Management system (www.crusmart.com), offers the Global Yachting market an unrivalled tool to manage inventory, access wine and spirits data, along with an integrated education tool that is utilised by over 150 of the world’s leading super-yachts.

About Coterie Holdings:

Coterie Holdings is a leader in fine wine and innovation. The Group comprises several leading businesses in the wine sector including: merchants Lay & Wheeler (www.laywheeler.com) and Hallgarten & Novum Wines (www.hnwines.co.uk), wine lending platform Jera Wine (www.jerawine.com) and the state-of-the-art Coterie Vaults storage facility (www.coterievaults.com). Coterie Holdings aims to build a unique, market-leading fine wine group that meets the needs of stakeholders by delivering best-in-class service through the best people, most efficient processes, and advanced technology, linked together through one ecosystem. With a customer-centric approach, Coterie Holdings is redefining how wine enthusiasts buy, sell, and manage their collections.

Media Contacts:

Michael Saunders, CEO – Coterie Holdings

Email: michael@coterieholdings.com

Mobile: +44 (0)7976 709958

Richard Hayhoe, Group Marketing Director – Coterie Holdings UK Ltd.

Email: richard@coterieholdings.com

Mobile: +44 (0)7570 952942