FAQs
In which U.S. states does StewartHill Wines currently distribute?
StewartHill wines are currently distributed through the 3-tier system in MA, RI, CT, NH, VT, and ME.
Which geographic markets does StewartHill Wines currently serve
StewartHill Wines currently imports wines to the United States and the Caribbean.
Which types of trade customers does StewartHill Wines serve?
At StewartHill Wines, we generally serve major retail and restaurant customers.
Is StewartHill Wines trade-only, or do you also sell direct to consumers?
We do not currently sell our wines directly to consumers but many of our retail customers do sell wine directly to consumers. Depending on your state, you should be able to purchase our wines and have them delivered to your home.
From which countries does StewartHill Wines import wine?
StewartHill Wines imports our wines from Spain and Argentina.
Which Spanish and Argentinian wine regions are represented in your portfolio?
Are you a wine importer, a distributor, or both?
StewartHill Wines is an importer.
How do I open a trade account with StewartHill Wines?
Trade accounts are opened by contacting us to discuss your requirements. We will then undertake our due diligence and open an account thereafter.
Do I need a valid liquor license or resale certificate to buy from you?
Yes, you do need a valid liquor licence or resale certificate to buy from us because we only sell to the trade.
Who owns and leads StewartHill Wines?
.StewartHill Wines is a family business. It is owned by Stewart Hill Walker UK Limited and trades as StewartHill Wines. It is led by Lucilda Stewart, the Founder.
Who are the key members of the StewartHill Wines team?
The key members of the team are Lucilda Stewart, Founder. Andrea Midas, Marketing and Patricia Harvey, Logistics. There are external consultants Ben Salisbury, Veronica King and Rick Anderson.
Operational FAQ
Which restaurants, hotels, and wine retailers are the best fit for your portfolio?
The best restaurants that fit our portfolio are multi-unit restaurants. We also are a good fit for individual high-volume hotels and resorts. Wine retail chains, as well as independent up-market wine outlets that offer premium wines are the best fit for our portfolio.
What wine styles, grape varieties, and price points do you offer?
Our wine styles at StewartHill Wines are classic to modern expressions. The grape varieties are Grenache, Tempranillo, Crianza, Merlot, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon. We offer price points of $15.99 to $18.99 per bottle at retail.
Do you work with local distributors in states where you do not sell directly?
We currently work with a broker who sells our wines through local distributors in MA, RI, CT, NH, VT, and ME.
Can you connect me with the right distributor or sales contact for my area?
Yes. If your premises are located in one of the named states, we would be delighted to connect you with our broker.
Can I download your current trade brochure, portfolio, and technical sheets?
Our trade brochure includes our portfolio and our technical sheets, both of which are on our website.
What are your minimum order quantities or pallet minimums?
The minimum order quantities are a standard US pallet, which comprise 56 cases. Depending on the size of the retail outlet, we will accept orders of 14 cases.
What delivery options and shipping terms do you offer?
We offer delivery by specialist wine freight forwarders. The usual shipping term is 30 days for most states but this can vary.
How quickly can you fulfill an order?
Depending on the order quantity, we are able to offer our wines from our warehouse in Boston. For larger shipments it takes an average of 30 to 45 days to deliver our wines from Spain to a port in the US.
Are your wines in stock and available for immediate shipment?
Our wines are in stock and warehoused in Boston and are, therefore, available for immediate shipment.
How do you handle vintage changes and out-of-stocks?
What payment terms, credit requirements, and trading terms do you offer?
We offer Cash in Advance (PIA) or Cash on Delivery (COD). Once a trading history is established, we offer Net 30 to 60 day credit terms subject to credit checks and trade references.
Are your wines compliant with U.S. labeling and import rules?
Yes. The wines at StewartHill Wines are fully compliant with U.S. labelling and import rules.
Program Support
Do you offer trade samples, portfolio tastings, or sales presentations?
Yes. We offer trade samples upon request. Portfolio tastings and sales presentations are offered at specific events throughout the year.
Can StewartHill Wines help build or refresh a restaurant wine list?
Our business model doesn’t just supply wines – we help restaurants build a range that sells, turns, and scales. In today’s competitive market, less is more to avoid tying up excess cash in inventory.
Can you recommend wines for specific cuisines, concepts, or target price bands
Yes. We recommend wines for a wide array of popular cuisines.
Do you support by-the-glass programs?
We support by-the-glass programs with competitive pricing, staff training and education.
Can you help restaurants improve wine margins and profitability?
Yes, we help restaurants improve wine margins and profitability by bringing in wines that have limited availability so operators can benefit from great profit margins.
Do you provide staff training for restaurant and retail teams?
We do support our restaurant clients with training materials as needed. We also have support from our broker partner who can provide live staff training as needed.
Do you provide shelf talkers, bottle shots, sell sheets, tasting notes, or other POS materials?
We provide shelf talkers, bottle images, sell sheets, tasting notes and other POS materials.
Do you support in-store tastings and retail promotions?
From time to time we support in-store tastings and retail promotions. These are organised for specific locations on an as needed basis.
Are your wines exclusive, proprietary, or private-label?
StewartHill Wines are proprietary wines. We own the trademark for each wine.
Which producers and partner wineries do you represent?
We represent Bodegas Masaveu, producer and winery in Spain.
Are your wines organic, sustainable, or otherwise certified?
All of our wines are produced utilizing organically-grown grapes and sustainable practices. They are certified by the licensing authority of the country of origin.
How do tariffs or supply-chain disruptions affect pricing and availability?
We have borne the tariff increase but expect these to be reduced within the forthcoming year. Whilst this has resulted in StewartHill Wines bearing the increases, we have maintained our prices at a reasonable level. The supply-chain disruptions from Southern Europe have been minimal and has not affected the availability of our wines.
What makes StewartHill Wines different from larger importers?
As well as the option to source our wines through distributors in the North East, we also offer a partnership to trade buyers that removes unnecessary layers and focus on what matters most – sales.
Why should an independent wine retailer work with StewartHill Wines?
An independent wine retailer who works with us, can rest assured in the knowledge of reliable supply and structured logistics, designed to grow with their business.
How can I contact StewartHill Wines for trade pricing or market support?
By completing our online form or by emailing the founder at lucilda@stewarthillwines.com for a personal response to inquiries.
