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Rack & Riddle and Solos Team Up to Launch Proprietary Aroma Recovery System for No and Low Alcohol Winemaking in the US
Domestic Headquarters for Research and Development to be based in Sonoma County, California
Rack & Riddle and Solos have announced an exclusive partnership that will revolutionize the production of no and low alcohol still and sparkling wines. The team will be the first in the United States to offer Solos’ patented Aroma Recovery System used in Europe to provide superior flavor and mouthfeel to low and no alcohol wines. Rack & Riddle’s facilities in Healdsburg, Alexander Valley, Geyserville and Lodi will serve as the national headquarters for service, research and development for both companies. Test and small lot production is expected to begin later this year with full commercial scale operations commencing in 2025.
No alcohol, low alcohol and sparkling wine is exploding in popularity. One out of every seven bottles of wine sold now in the U.S. are sparkling wines. The sparkling category has grown two and one-half times over the past 15 years at a retail price premium of 50% relative to still wine., no and low alcohol wines have been growing rapidly in recent years, driven by 40% of U.S. adults seeking to moderate their alcohol consumption and choose occasions for enjoyment.
“Our customers and clients have been asking for high quality, full flavor, no and low alcohol wines, in both sparkling and still wines. At Rack & Riddle, bringing these new products and services to the market through our partnership with Solos in the United States will be game-changing,” said Rack & Riddle General Manager Mark Garaventa.
No and low alcohol wines will be available in broad price categories ranging from popular to luxury, and in formats including 187ml, 750ml, 1.5L and cans. Still and sparkling wine offerings will be available to winery, retail, hospitality and lifestyle clients.
“We have found a like-minded partner in Rack & Riddle. No one does sparkling wine that spans multiple methods and formats better than they do. Adding our world-class technology to their already stellar capabilities creates the unique opportunity to craft full flavor, no and low alcohol wines under one roof. This will instantly be the new standard in the space,” said Solos U.S. General Manager Matt Hughes.
“The winemaking team at Rack & Riddle is obsessed with quality, we have a singular focus on mastering the art and science of crafting premium sparkling wines. Now we can provide the market with no and low alcohol wines that deliver the same taste experience as sparkling wines with alcohol,” said Rack & Riddle Executive Director of Winemaking Manveer Sandhu.
All U.S. Solos Sparkling Wine inquiries may be directed to sales@rackandriddle.com while Solos Still Wine inquiries can be directed to Solos at info@solos-technology.com.
About Rack & Riddle
Established in 2007 in Northern California by wine industry veterans Rebecca Faust and Bruce Lundquist, Rack & Riddle was founded with the mission to craft superior sparkling wines. Through years of steadfast dedication and thoughtful expansion, Rack & Riddle has become the #1 custom sparkling wine producer in the United States with 3.5 million cases of capacity. An exceptional winemaking team dedicated to the mastery of sparkling wine supported by state-of-the-art technology, delivers turnkey custom labels and wine services with tank sizes ranging from 500 to 100,000 gallons. Four modern wineries located in Healdsburg, Alexander Valley, Geyserville and Lodi specialize in Méthode Champenoise and Charmat, producing the best of all things sparkling. The company prides itself on being an upstanding member of the communities in which it operates and is committed to operating fairly, ethically, and sustainably.
About Solos
Solos by Flavologic offers the epitome of quality and excellence in crafting low and no alcohol products. Solos is a novel technology born from a pioneering concept and innovation; surpassing existing methods in preserving the authenticity and original essence of a product that has been dealcoholized. Developed following years of meticulous research and testing by Flavologic, a subsidiary of Prodalim Group headquartered in Munich, Germany, Solos is now setting up service centers worldwide. Capabilities ranging from dealcoholization solutions to packaging will premiere at Rack & Riddle in Sonoma County, California. It will not only be the first of its kind in the country, it will also serve as the national headquarters for domestic service, research, and development in the U.S.
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Who is Rack & Riddle?
Wine industry executives Bruce Lundquist and Rebecca Faust joined forces with a dedicated team of production professionals to found Rack & Riddle--the ultimate Sonoma County custom crush and wine service company in two ideal locations in Healdsburg and Alexander Valley.
What we believe
At Rack & Riddle, you're more than a client, you're our partner.
From small boutique wineries to large multi-national wine producers and everyone in between, we provide unparalleled custom crush and winemaking services to all of our partners.
We work with you to ensure you receive exactly what you want and need from grape to glass or to simply assist you with your existing winemaking and production needs.
With a blend of traditional methods along with the best of new technology, Rack & Riddle is dedicated to sustainable farming practices, allowing nature to bring out the unique attributes of every winegrape that passes through our facility. Rack & Riddle is California certified organic for those wishing to produce organic wines.
- Personal consultation with our winemakers to create your branded sparkling wine blend
- Wines produced by winemakers who consistently win GOLD MEDALS and BEST OF CLASS in the most prestigious tastings
- Responsive service and streamlined order process: you provide us your labels and we ship within two weeks
- A selection of méthode Champenoise private label sparkling wine varietals available
- Create a méthode Champenoise sparkling from your base wine or grapes, with the guidance of our expert winemakers
- Rack & Riddle can tirage bottle, age, disgorge and then label your wine. Full service sparkling wine production ensures your wine is in the best of hands from start to finish
- Both Wet Glue and Pressure Sensitive labeling capabilities
- Your supplies or ours
- Custom dosage available
- Small or large lots
- Ship your wine or grapes to us, and we'll work within your protocol to create an outstanding finished product!
- Customized bottling or labeling services, or any step in the winemaking process you may need
- Stop by to see Rack & Riddle's state-of-the-art still winemaking equipment, featuring a new 150 BPM Bertolaso bottling line
- Easy access locations in Healdsburg & Alexander Valley in Sonoma County
- Full bottling services including new 150 BPM lines
- CCOF certified organic winemaking & production option
- Fully equipped laboratories including the following services:
We are about more than just slapping a label on a bottle or mass producing wines. We are about ensuring the true nature of the wines shines through so distinctively that you'll be proud to share, sell, and taste for yourself the wines crafted with our care, passion and expertise.
In short, we'll help you create wine that's ready to stand neck and neck with the area's best.
Questions?
Call (707) 433-8400, or email us.
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| Title | Name | Phone | Extension | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VP Business Development | Mark Garaventa | mark@rackandriddle.com | 707-433-8400 | |
| Business Development Manager | Cynthia Faust | cynthia@rackandriddle.com | 707-433-8400 | |
| Business Development Associate | Monica Smith | monica@rackandriddle.com | 707-433-8400 | |
| Media Relations Specialist | Elizabeth Nixon | elizabeth@rackandriddle.com | 707-433-8400 |
Location List
| Locations | Address | State | Country | Zip Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rack & Riddle Custom Wine Services | 499 Moore Ln., Healdburg | CA | United States of America | 95448 |
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