About

Our vision is to connect the world through wine. From our smallest farmer to our most passionate customer, our work as importer brings them all together with the act of sharing a bottle of wine.
Our Vision Statement
Our mission is to create passionate fans of the wines we represent. We truly believe that relationships drive our business, and nothing makes us happier than to share our wines and stories with you.
Our Mission Statement
We accomplish our vision & mission every day by constantly embodying our core values: honesty, integrity, accountability, positivity, and providing excellent customer service.
Our Core Values
We import wine from 
  8   
countries
Representing over 
100 
retailers & restaurants
Representing over 
 25  
states
Servicing over 
500 
retailers & restaurants

HISTORY

Our brands have decades of presence in your market.

Over the years our company has evolved from a small, specialty portfolio, to the Kindred Vines Import Company you know and love today. We import brands with decades of history in our markets and proven success on and off premise. 

Jet R Selections
The first iteration of our portfolio is formed by JC Mathes, with a focus on the Southern Rhone
2003
They Join Forces
Jet R and J&J combine, creating a robust and well-rounded portfolio with history & new offerings
2014
Major Retailers
like Meijer, Spartan Nash, and Whole foods are now selling Kindred Vines wines, with even bigger things on the horizon!
1987
J&J Importers
is founded by Jack Bourget, bringing brands like Foncalieu and Sichel to the US
2009
Kindred Vines Import Co.
is created when CEO Dan Glisky comes aboard and rebrands, focusing on expanding distribution
2020 and beyond!

Why Kindred Vines?

The Best Portfolio

When you work with Kindred Vines, you have access to the best portfolio available in the United States. We import from family-owned wineries with generations of experience who aren't afraid to shy away from innovation from all over the world, including France, Italy, Germany, Portugal, Chile, and Argentina.

Driven Sales Staff

From our Sales Managers to our Marketing Director, everyone on the Kindred Vines staff is a wine lover. Our sales managers have decades of experience selling all throughout the country, and can help you sell through market visits, programs, wine dinners, staff trainings, virtual events, and more.

Marketing & Branding

At the end of the day, you aren't just selling a wine; you're selling a brand. Our Marketing team is here to help you with any materials you may need.With shelf talkers, case cards, social media, videos, and so much more, your customers will always have what they need to brand their wines and make the sale.

In-House Logistics

Navigating the United States wine industry can be confusing. Let our in-house Logistics Team and Compliance Officer take the reins for you. We'll help with licensing and registration, product flow updates, container information, and whatever else you need to keep your business running smoothly.