Corby obtains rights for Vinarchy brands in Canada

Mr. Nicolas Krantz reports CORBY SPIRIT AND WINE PARTNERS WITH VINARCHY Corby Spirit and Wine Ltd. and Vinarchy North America Inc. have entered into an agreement providing Corby the exclusive rights to represent certain Vinarchy brands in Canada for the next two years, effective as of Sept. 1, 2025. Under the agreement, Corby will continue to represent the former Pernod Ricard Winemakers brands, including Jacob's Creek, Stoneleigh and Campo Viejo. The Vinarchy portfolio of quality wines offers something for everyone and every occasion. Vinarchy was created in 2025 following the merger of Accolade Wines and Pernod Ricard Winemakers. It is one of the world's largest specialist wine companies, composed of a multitude of leading wine brands, and operates across multiple countries with distribution around the world. "Continuing our representation of these renowned wines helps us toward our goal of being the leading multibeverage alcohol company in Canada. Working alongside our new partner, we're excited to continue offering Canadian consumers a diverse, high-quality wine selection while delivering value to our customers, consumers and shareholders," said Nicolas Krantz, Corby's president and chief executive officer. "Our ethos is about redefining wine by crafting wines that bring people together for every moment that matters. This partnership ensures that our brands are not only well represented today, but also positioned for long-term success in Canada's evolving retail landscape. Looking ahead, we are focused on investing in growth markets, leveraging Corby's distribution strength and ensuring Vinarchy wines remain front of mind for consumers, trade partners and stakeholders well into the future," said Dennis Peek, Vinarchy's managing director, Americas. About Corby Spirit and Wine Ltd. Corby is a leading Canadian manufacturer, marketer and distributor of spirits, wines and ready-to-drink beverages. Corby's portfolio of owned brands includes some of the most renowned brands in Canada, including J.P. Wiser's, Lot 40 and Pike Creek Canadian whiskies, Polar Ice vodka, Lamb's rum, and McGuinness liqueurs, as well as the Ungava gin, Cabot Trail maple-based liqueurs and Chic Choc spiced rum, Cottage Springs ready-to-drink beverages, and Foreign Affair wines. Through its affiliation with Pernod Ricard, a global leader in the spirits and wine industry, Corby also represents leading international brands such as Absolut vodka, Chivas Regal, The Glenlivet and Ballantine's Scotch whiskies, Jameson Irish whiskey, Beefeater gin, Malibu rum, Kahlua liqueur, and Mumm champagne. Corby also represents Vinarchy's Jacob's Creek, Wyndham Estate, Stoneleigh and Campo Viejo wines. Corby is a publicly traded company based in Toronto, Ont., and is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the trading symbols CSW.A and CSW.B.