In the wine and spirits industry, our firm supports clients in navigating the major challenges transforming the sector: environmental transition, evolving consumer habits, market consolidation, and increasing internationalization.

We assist all stakeholders in the supply chain, from wine cooperatives to independent producers, offering in-depth expertise in both corporate matters (mergers and acquisitions, business transfers) and in negotiating and drafting commercial contracts (distribution, supply, export).

Our dedicated team also handles industry-specific disputes and provides counsel on interactions with regulatory bodies. Our deep understanding of the regulatory and economic issues within the sector allows us to provide strategic advice tailored to the unique challenges faced by the wine industry.

• Defense of a cooperative under investigation by the French customs authorities for alleged trafficking of grapes and musts.
• Advice to a subsidiary responsible for the distribution of products from a major beverage company, on the analysis and implementation of a joint purchasing agreement concluded with its main competitor in France.
• Sale of an equity stake in a company operating a vinyard and organization of the relations between the shareholders