Alert: Duckhorn Sold to Private Equity Firm

The Duckhorn Wine Company has confirmed that private equity group TSG Consumer Partners has acquired it from from GI Partners. You'll recall, Duckhorn was rumored to be in acquisition talks with Constellation Brands in June [see WSD 06-21-2016] - a rumor that Duckhorn chief Alex Ryan shut down immediately.Duckhorn Vineyards was founded by Dan and Margaret Duckhorn in 1976. During its 40 years in business, the Duckhorn operation has grown to include seven estate vineyards, located throughout the various microclimates