Johnson Bros. Acquires Albemarle Distributing Co.’s Wine Biz in NC

Dear Client: Yesterday afternoon Johnson Brothers announced it is expanding operations in North Carolina, acquiring Albemarle Distributing Company's wine business. No financial details were disclosed.  Elizabeth City, North Carolina-based Albemarle Distributing was founded in 1960. The company started as a small beer distributor and the portfolio now includes wines, soft drinks, and new-age beverages, per release. It operates across 15 counties in the eastern part of the state.  "Our family has proudly served this market for decades," says Albemarle president