NEW WINE DIRECTOR JOINS WILLIAM GRANT & SONS

Veteran wine importer Martin Sinkoff has jointed William Grant & Sons USA as wine director, the company announced today.

"We are truly thrilled to be hiring someone with Martin's experience and passion," says Phil West, senior vp, marketing William Grant & Sons USA. "His extensive wine knowledge and understanding of the marketplace further strengthens our ability to build world class wine brands."

Sinkoff will report directly to West and will be responsible for determining the company's overall wine strategy and leading its wine marketing activities.