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Wine Toast

Our Story

Founded in 2013 by Mark Vitale after a 27-year career with the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board (PLCB), Vivino Selections was born from a deep passion for European fine wines and a desire to bring authentic, quality-driven producers to the U.S. market. The name “Vivino” is a tribute—partly to Mark’s father, affectionately known as "Vi," and partly to the Italian word for wine, "vino."

Today, Vivino Selections represents a thoughtfully curated portfolio of wines from six countries, now distributed across 14 states. Our mission remains clear: to champion real people behind every bottle.

In an industry increasingly saturated with mass-produced, anonymous brands, we proudly partner with family-owned wineries—many of them multi-generational—whose names appear right on the label. These producers work with integrity, honoring the land and traditions passed down through generations. Their wines are a true expression of place, passion, and pride.

Cheers

Meet The Team

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Mark Vitale

CEO

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Daisy Penzo

Sales Director

Portfolio Manager

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Richard Francis

Vice President

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Peggie Matt

Controller

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Kathryn Kowcheck

COO

Wine Bottle Selection

Join Our Team

We're always looking for passionate and talented individuals to join our growing team. If you're interested, we'd love to hear from you!

Send us your resume and a little about yourself.

Current Openings

Wine Sales Representative - Philadelphia, PA

Wine Sales Representative - Miami, FL

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