Treasury Wine Estates to Acquire DAOU Vineyards in Deal Worth Up to $1 Billion

Paso Robles, California United States of America
DAOU Vineyards is a luxury wine producer based in Paso Robles, California, known for its high-quality Cabernet Sauvignon.
The acquisition is expected to be completed by the end of 2023.
The acquisition is part of Treasury Wine Estates' strategy to expand its luxury wine portfolio and increase its presence in the U.S. market.
Treasury Wine Estates, an Australian wine company, is set to acquire DAOU Vineyards and Winery for up to $1 billion.

Treasury Wine Estates, an Australian wine company, has announced its plans to acquire DAOU Vineyards and Winery, a luxury wine producer based in Paso Robles, California. The deal is estimated to be worth up to $1 billion, making it one of the largest transactions in the history of the wine industry. The acquisition is expected to be completed by the end of 2023.

DAOU Vineyards, founded by brothers Georges and Daniel Daou, is known for its high-quality Cabernet Sauvignon and has been a significant player in the luxury wine market. The vineyard is located in the Adelaida District of Paso Robles, a region known for its unique terroir and favorable conditions for wine production.

Treasury Wine Estates is one of the world's largest wine companies, with a portfolio that includes well-known brands such as Penfolds, Beringer, and Stags' Leap. The acquisition of DAOU Vineyards is part of the company's strategy to expand its luxury wine portfolio and increase its presence in the U.S. market.

The deal is subject to regulatory approval and other customary closing conditions.


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  • The exact value of the deal varies between sources, with some reporting it as $900 million and others as up to $1 billion.

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    • The deal is expected to close in the first half of 2024.
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      • The deal is expected to be earnings accretive in the first full year of ownership.
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      • The acquisition will include the Daou Mountain vineyard and winery, as well as the Daou family’s brand and inventory.
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      • The deal marks a significant expansion for Treasury Wine Estates into the high-end California wine market.
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