The Wine Group — the second-largest producer of wine and adult beverages behind E.&J. Gallo Winery — has purchased Phony Negroni, a nonalcoholic beverage line from St. Agrestis. The Livermore-based company has 10 California operations including in Ripon, Madera and Fresno.
The St. Agrestis portfolio features Italian-inspired beverages found in over 7,000 retail stores, bars and restaurants across the U.S., according to a news release. Amaro Falso is also part of the purchase.
Phony Negroni is a ready-to-serve mocktail made with carbonated water, cane sugar and botanicals. Flavors include Phony Negroni, Phony Mezcal Negroni, Phony Espresso Negroni and Phony White Negroni…