House of Smith Accelerates Monumental Growth with Key Sales Team Leaders to Drive Strategic National Expansion

SEATTLE (February 3, 2026) – House of Smith (HOS), renowned wine brand and Washington State's largest winemaker owned winery, is charging full speed ahead on a major national and global growth strategy. Defying industry uncertainty, HOS has assembled a powerful, nationwide sales force to spearhead this aggressive US expansion. These leaders join National Sales Manager Gaetan Ingrassia, now also serving as Western Regional Sales Manager. The four new additions include:

• Kate Woodward rejoins House of Smith to oversee the Great Lakes, bringing 10 years of prior experience with the brand.

• Michael Lester oversees sales in the Great Plains region with over 15 years of experience from M Imports and Groth Vineyards & Winery.

• Andrew Broden will focus on the Southeast market after spending more than 25 years in sales for companies like Pernod Ricard, Barefoot, and Michael David.

• Gerard Catanzano will champion the Northeast region, drawing on two decades in wine sales for brands including Mendocino, Summerland, and Provenance.

"I see the current environment creating opportunities the American wine industry has seen only a few times in the past 30 years," said winemaker Charles Smith. "Now is the time for innovation, quality and growth. Our A+ sales team is ready once again to take the market by storm."

The House of Smith brand continues its global growth with recent releases like SEX Rosé and REAL WINE, expanded global distribution, and new releases such as Blossom Fury poised to reach 71 countries and six duty-free markets worldwide through a partnership with Pasqua Wines of Verona, Italy.

About House of Smith

Founded in 1999 by Charles Smith, House of Smith is Washington State's largest winemaker owned winery and one of North America's most celebrated producers. Dec. 2, 2026 marks the 25th anniversary of the first release of K Vintners Syrah. Over his 25-year history, Smith has created iconic brands (House Wine, KungFu Girl, Wines of Substance) that have sold more bottles of Washington wine than anyone else in the history of Washington state, other than Chateau Ste. Michelle. With over 325 scores of 95+ points and 1,450 scores of 90+, the portfolio includes K Vintners, SIXTO, Casa Smith, SEX Rosé, REAL WINE, and Blossom Fury. House of Smith is committed to making wine for the people—bold, joyful, and unapologetically authentic. Follow along on Instagram: @realhouseofsmithwines