A Talk with Steve Kreps of Quintessential Wines

Dear Client:Imported wines have gotten a lot of national press with regards to declining sales amid the recession. Not all importers are having a tough time though. Steve Kreps of Quintessential Wines, based in Napa Valley, is experiencing a lot of growth with volumes up about 38%. We met with Steve for lunch last week and he gave us some insight on why his 8-year-old company continues to outperform the category. 30 VINTAGES IN THE INDUSTRY: Steve entered the wine