MHW, Ltd. Acquires USA Wine West and USA Wine Imports

Blue Sage Capital Invests in MHW, Ltd.

October 24, 2024

Logistics & Distribution

Austin-based private equity firm Blue Sage Capital has completed an investment in MHW, Ltd., a U.S.-based provider of licensed importation, distribution, compliance and logistics fulfillment services for the beverage alcohol industry. The partnership (with financing support from TPG Twin Brook Capital Partners) will fund MHW’s growth and expansion of its tech-enabled service offering.

Manhattan West Makes Growth Investment in Vino Vault

May 17, 2022

Professional Services

Manhattan West’s Private Equity Fund completed a growth equity investment in Vino Vault and became the company’s largest shareholder. The capital will support Vino Vault’s acquisition-driven expansion across the U.S. (and potential entry into Europe), technology development, and broader scaling of its concierge wine storage and value‑added services.

Breakthru Beverage Group Acquires Wine Warehouse (California)

April 17, 2023

Food & Beverage

Breakthru Beverage Group has completed the acquisition of California-based wholesaler Wine Warehouse, which will operate as Breakthru Beverage California. The deal expands Breakthru’s West Region footprint and brings its Aspect fine wine offering and additional sales and commercial capabilities to the California market.

Risk Strategies Acquires North American Operations of H.W. International B.V.

March 19, 2024

Insurance

Risk Strategies has acquired Hugh Wood Inc. (U.S.) and Hugh Wood Canada Limited, the North American operating entities of H.W. International B.V., expanding its retail brokerage presence in Canada and strengthening specialty capabilities in marine, fine art, and complex commercial lines. The acquisition follows a strategic review and sale process by HWI B.V.; terms were not disclosed and TAG Financial Institutions Group acted as sell-side advisor.

Ogdon Ventures Acquires Westland Distributing Inc.

September 21, 2017

Building Products

Ogdon Ventures, a family-run private equity firm, has acquired Westland Distributing Inc., a leading distributor of manufactured housing supplies in the Western United States. The firm has formed Westland Distributing Partners, LLC and hired Lou Braun as President to drive growth via a sales and marketing playbook and increased digital presence.

Vino Vault Acquires New York Wine Storage Company

January 25, 2022

Professional Services

Vino Vault has acquired the New York Wine Storage Company in Long Island City, marking its first expansion outside California and its fourth acquisition in 12 months. The deal transfers ownership from founder Geoffrey Troy while Troy and his team will continue operating the New York Wine Warehouse retail business and support the transition.