St. Julian Winery & Distillery, Michigan’s oldest and largest winery, is excited to announce its expansion into retail stores throughout Iowa. This growth is made possible through a collaboration with Schmidt Beverage Wholesale, a prominent distributor in the area. With this move, Iowa becomes part of an ever-growing list of states alongside Michigan, Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Tennessee, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Georgia where consumers can now experience the winery’s renowned wines and spirits in select locations.
“Introducing our wines to Iowa is an important milestone for us,” shares Apollo Braganini II, President of St. Julian Winery & Distillery. “It gives us the chance to connect with new wine lovers and showcase our dedication to crafting innovative, high-quality beverages. This move broadens the choices for consumers and underscores our commitment to excellence and community engagement nationwide. We’re eager to build a meaningful presence in Iowa and are optimistic about exploring further growth opportunities in other states down the line.”
Iowa’s emerging market presents an exciting opportunity for St. Julian Winery & Distillery, fueled by the winery’s growing recognition for innovation and craftsmanship. Known for pushing boundaries with bold creations such as the 20% punch wines and playful, inventive options like Boom Pop, Sweetest Fish, and Orange Push Pop wines, St. Julian has built a loyal following eager for new and exciting flavors. This expansion highlights the winery’s commitment to redefining industry expectations and delivering distinctive products that captivate consumers and set new trends in the beverage industry.
“Partnering with St. Julian Winery & Distillery as they expand into Iowa is an exciting step for us,” expresses Daniel Schmidt, Owner of Schmidt Beverage Wholesale. “Their commitment to creating unique, top-tier wines resonates deeply with our mission to bring exceptional beverages to local communities. We look forward to introducing their innovative offerings to Iowa’s wine lovers and contributing to the growth of a dynamic and diverse wine culture in the region.”
Beyond retail locations in Michigan, Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Ohio, Tennessee, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Georgia, St. Julian products can also be purchased online at www.stjulian.com, with shipping available to most U.S. states. Additionally, their offerings are available at all St. Julian tasting rooms in Paw Paw, Frankenmuth, Union Pier, Dundee, Troy, and Rockford, Michigan.
