As a small winery or a large vineyard, choosing the right wine movers to handle your distribution needs is a critical factor. For most companies hiring a logistics company to handle this aspect of their business makes great financial sense and it allows them to focus in on their passion, producing great wine.
Not all companies that market themselves as wine movers have the equipment and the expertise to get the job done. Shipping wine, particularly in the hot summer months or the very cold winters months takes an understanding of the delicate nature of the cargo.
Too many companies that offer themselves as wine movers treat wine like any other type of boxed good. In fact, and in many ways, wine needs to be carefully transported more like a perishable product that than a bottled item. This is because, as wine enthusiasts know, changes in the temperature, particularly high heats or freezing temperatures, will impact the taste and the quality of the wine at the destination point. For a winery, this last point has a long-term impact on future orders and growth of your label.
Long Distance or Local
When the wine is on the truck for several hours, or perhaps even several days, hiring experienced wine movers is a must. These professionals will not only have the expertise to safely load the wine to minimize the risk of any breakage in transit, but they will also ensure that the temperature within the cargo area of the truck remains within acceptable levels.
Refrigerated trucks are typically considered a must for wine movers. Any company recommending wine transportation, even over short time periods and shorter distances, without refrigeration should raise a red flag. Some companies will send out poorly maintained refrigeration trucks, which is the same as having no refrigeration as well.
With top wine movers, this will not be an issue. The trucks and trailers will arrive in top working order with all refrigeration units fully operational and tested. In the event of a problem while on the road the logistics company will make repairs or arrange for another truck, ensuring that the wine is treated with care and attention even when the unforeseen occurs.
While finding top wine movers is not always easy, it is well worth the effort. There are international logistics companies offering this specialized service, and they will be important companies to get as your delivery professionals.
