Signature Wines on Inc. 500 List of Fastest Growing Private Companies

Custom Labels, Wine Clubs and Elvis Fuel Growth of Innovative Wine Firm

HAYWARD, Calif. - October 19, 2005 - Corks popped today at Signature Wines on news that the firm has been named to Inc. Magazine's 2005 Inc. 500 list of America's fastest growing private companies.

The Hayward, California based wine seller vaulted on to the coveted list through an innovative mix of internet-based custom private label solutions, wine club services and the Graceland Cellars® brand of Elvis Presley® wines.

"We're thrilled to be named one of America's fastest growing companies," said Signature Wines CEO Scott Cahill. "As premium wine continues to grow in popularity, we expect that our innovative approach to wine sourcing, marketing, and distribution will keep us on the list for years to come."

Signature Wines revolutionized the concept of custom-labeled wines with its' internet platform that allows anyone to create professional wine labels online, with minimal turnaround time. Particularly popular with small and medium-sized businesses and professional services firms, Signature Wines' custom-labeled products are one of the company's fastest growing lines of business. The corporate, wedding and hospitality markets have embraced Signature Wines as the industry's best solution for custom-labeled wines.

Signature Wines has also carved a unique niche in the wine club category, providing wine club administration including sourcing, promotion, compliance and fulfillment services to diverse organizations. Partnerships with Sunset Magazine, and others have made Signature Wines an industry leader in wine club services.

Signature Wines, in partnership with Elvis Presley Enterprises (EPE), bottles Elvis Presley's Graceland Cellars Jailhouse Red Merlot, The King Cabernet Sauvignon, Blue Suede Chardonnay and Blue Christmas Napa Cabernet Sauvignon. Signature Wines has established retail distribution in over 40 states and earlier this year Wine Business Monthly magazine named Graceland® Cellars one of the top 10 hottest small wine brands of the year.

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About Signature Wines

Founded in 1998, Signature Wines is a leading provider of uniquely branded premium wines and wine clubs programs. In addition to Elvis Presley Enterprises, the company also bottles award-winning wine for The Sierra Club®, Ducks Unlimited and more than 40 universities, while supporting the highly successful Sunset Magazine Wine Club. Signature Wines has also developed a technology platform that enables corporations, hospitality venues and consumers to easily develop their own custom labeled wines. For more information about Signature Wines visit www.signaturewines.com.


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