The Carlyle Group-backed Accolade Wines to acquire Lambrini from Halewood Artisanal Spirits.

The Carlyle Group-backed Accolade Wines, an international wine business, agreed to acquire Lambrini, a light and fruity perry or pear cider brand, from Halewood Artisanal Spirits, a global distiller and distributor of premium artisanal spirits. Financial terms were not disclosed. "The sale of Lambrini marks the final stage in our corporate strategy to focus on our core portfolio of artisanal spirits with award-winning brands including Whitley Neill Gin and JJ Whitley Vodka as part of a larger emphasis on the gin, vodka, rum and whisky categories from our 12 artisanal distilleries," Stewart Hainsworth, Halewood CEO.