Sandeman, Geo. G, Sons & Co Ltd

Sectors:

  • Beverage production Port, sherry & other alcoholic drinks production
  • Merchanting & trade, international & inland Wine trading & trade, inc port & sherry
  • Distribution - wholesaling, broking, market trading, etc Wine, spirit, beer, etc, distribution

Notes:

Established 1790 in the City of London by George and David Sandeman as importers and sellers mostly of port. By 1795 had established a presence in Portugal and Spain and became producers. By mid 19th century were the leading port importers and in 1870s consolidated their position in sherry through purchase of producers at Jerez. 1980 acquired by Seagram and subsequently sold on. Continues as a brand leader in 2012

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