Pasternak Wine Imports Becomes Sole U.S. Agent and Importer for Dievole's Distinguished Italian Portfolio

HARRISON, N.Y., Feb. 10 /PRNewswire/ -- Pasternak Wine Imports is pleased to announce its agreement with Dievole, SPA, to be the sole US Agent and Importer of Dievole wines. The appointment was effective February 1, 2009. According to Jim Galtieri, CEO & President of Pasternak Wine Imports, "When considering expanding our portfolio, we determined the criteria would need to be a well-selected, highly regarded Italian producer with a comprehensive portfolio. Dievole perfectly meet the criteria. They ideally balance traditional techniques with modern innovation; have long been leaders in the Italian wine category; and are a quintessential producer from a classic winegrowing region. We are pleased to be associated with an organization of such depth of character and understanding of the region."

Located in the heart of Tuscany, Dievole began producing wine in 1090, when a monastery owned the estate. A strong sense of individuality and the past has led Dievole to return to its heritage by employing native Dievole family vintners to farm the 16 individual plots, "resurrecting" Tuscany's native clones and integrating small batch fermentation, which results in Dievole's unique brand proposition. "Individual discontent is the fruit of genius," Hartmut C. Schwenn - CEO of Dievole states, "which means self-confidence of doing things differently and better, of facing drastic change without inner trembling. In one word -- individuality." This mantra leads Dievole to create wines that balance traditional winemaking techniques with a contemporary taste profile; strong chianti characteristics are nicely balanced by a full body and forward fruit flavors.

The range of Dievole wines includes: Pinocchio (Sicily) srp $9.99, Fourplay (Sicily) srp $14.99, Dievolino Sangiovese (Tuscany) srp $9.99; in the Super premium category -- Dievole Chianti Classico Vendemmia (DOCG Tuscany) srp $24.99, Dievole Broccato (Super Tuscan) targeted srp $39.99 and Dievole Chianti Classico Riserva Novecento (DOCG Tuscany) srp $49.99.

Eva Schwenn, Proprietor Dievole commented, "We are proud to be associated with a dynamic entity such as Pasternak, as it creates the perfect synergy with Dievole's unique mantra. Dievole wines enjoy a loyal following in the United States, the appointment of Pasternak with its focused distribution network, creative marketing efforts and dedicated sales team will further enhance the reputation of Dievole's acclaimed portfolio."

About Pasternak

Founded in 1988, Pasternak Wine Imports is a national importer of fine wines from France, Spain, Italy, Australia, New Zealand, Argentina, Chile, and California. Headquartered in Harrison, NY, the company distributes its products in all fifty states through wholesalers and state boards. Their producers are leaders in their regions and their portfolios are all exceptional in quality and value. For further information, please visit www.pasternakwine.com.

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