US-based brewing company Molson Coors has signed a distribution agreement with Italian winery Gabbiano to distribute its wine within the UK market.

Gabbiano wines will now be available at the wholesale distribution arm of Molson Coors’ business, which includes Molson Coors Service. Choice. Trust.

The deal will also enhance Molson Coors Italian wine portfolio in the UK.

Founded in the 12th century, The Castello di Gabbiano winery is part of the Treasury Wine Estates (TWE) portfolio.

"We know Gabbiano will be a great partner for Molson Coors and their customers. The wines are of outstanding quality and have a great history and heritage."

Molson Coors will be distributing a range of premium wines from the Gabbiano portfolio including Pinot Grigio, Rosé, Chianti, Chianti Classico, Chianti Classico Riserva and Bellezza.

TWE Channel director Shaun Heyes said: “TWE is delighted to have reached this agreement with Molson Coors.

"It is a really exciting move for the Gabbiano brand in the UK as Molson Coors wine business has developed in recent years into an increasingly influential position in the on-trade. They offer a fantastic route to market with a range of potential free trade customers.

“We know Gabbiano will be a great partner for Molson Coors and their customers. The wines are of outstanding quality and have a great history and heritage. It is a very exciting deal all round.”

TWE is one of Molson Coors’ key wine partners and will be working closely with the drinks supplier to build sales and drive margins for on-trade retailers.