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Beverage ManufacturingCalifornia, United States2-10 Employees
the20 is a beverage manufacturer based in Sonoma, California, founded to introduce consumers to artisan wines through a more sustainable model. The company collaborates with small production wineries to package exclusive barrel samples in a wooden cask system and supplies them to high-end restaurants and bars for by-the-glass programs, aiming to reduce packaging and shipping weight. This approach allows restaurant and bar partners to offer barrel-sampled wines without spoilage risks from oxygen exposure or cork taint. The business sits within the wine industry, focusing on improving sustainability in distribution and service while maintaining access to premium, smaller-batch wines. The organization emphasizes a greener footprint and better wine experience as core considerations in its operations. A recent development involves expanding its distribution through partnerships with hospitality venues to showcase these barrel samples in venues that emphasize curated wine programs.