ITALY/US: Constellation Brands cuts deal with Ruffino owner
By Chris Mercer | 6 October 2011
Constellation Brands has agreed to take full ownership of the Ruffino wine business for EUR50m (US$69m), but the vineyards will remain with the Folonari family.
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Constellation Brands has agreed to take full ownership of the Ruffino wine business for EUR50m (US$69m), but the vineyards will remain with the Folonari family.
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