Most Innovative Companies

Union Wine Co.

Union Wine Company is the business behind Underwood Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris, the cans of wine you might have taken on a picnic or to the beach. It has led the "beer-ification" of wine, making products that are portable, unpretentious, and approachable for new wine drinkers. Introducing the cans in 2013 spurred a 168% three-year growth rate for the company.

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2018: Food

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headquarters: Tualatin, OR

Union Wine Co. On The Web

https://unionwinecompany.com/

Stories about Union Wine Co.

Underwood Made Canned Wine Look Chic. Next Up? Wine Coolers

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Underwood Made Canned Wine Look Chic. Next Up? Wine Coolers

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