# Vint

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/vint-2

- Industry: Financial Services
- Headquarters: Richmond, US
- Website: www.vint.co
- Total disclosed funding: $4.5M
- Latest round: Seed (Jul 18, 2022)
- Investors on record: 8

## About

Vint is a company that provides a unique investment platform for fine wine and whisky, allowing investors to buy shares in premium bottles to diversify their portfolios with alternative assets.Founded in 2020, Vint specializes in fine wine and whisky investment, functioning as a marketplace for investors to acquire shares in valuable bottles. The company is headquartered in Richmond, US, and has successfully completed four deals as of July 18, 2022. Vint raised USD 4.49 mn in Seed funding led by Montage Ventures, with participation from various investors, bringing the total amount raised to USD 4.49 mn and a current valuation of USD 15.18 mn. The founders include Jane Leon, Manuela Pastor, and Nick King, with Nick King also serving as CEO.Vint specializes in fine wine and whisky investment, offering a unique platform for investors looking to diversify their portfolios with alternative assets. Their primary offerings include a curated selection of premium wines and whiskies, sourced from renowned vineyards and distilleries. The platform functions as a marketplace where investors can buy shares in high-value bottles, thus enabling access to the fine wine and whisky markets without the need for significant upfront capital. Each product is meticulously vetted for quality and authenticity, appealing to both novice and seasoned investors. Vint’s client base includes individual investors and collectors from various geographical regions, primarily focusing on markets such as the United States and select international locations where fine wines and spirits have a strong demand.Revenue for Vint is generated through transaction fees associated with the buying and selling of fine wine and whisky assets on their platform. Clients can engage in various transaction structures, including direct purchases of investment shares in selected bottles or collections. The revenue model encompasses partnerships with vineyards and distilleries, as well as B2C sales to retail investors seeking to acquire premium products. Vint’s pricing structure is designed to reflect the value of the underlying assets, ensuring that investors receive fair pricing based on market conditions and product rarity. The firm’s ability to facilitate secure transactions within this niche market positions it favorably among investment platforms focused on alternative assets.In July 2022, Vint raised USD 4.49 mn in Seed funding to support its expansion efforts. The company plans to use this funding to enhance its team and develop its business further. Vint aims to introduce new products and expand its market presence, targeting both domestic and international markets where fine wine and whisky investments are gaining traction.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Jul 18, 2022, $4.5M — Western Technology Investment, Plug and Play, Great Oaks Venture Capital, Montage Ventures, Fintech Ventures Fund, Goat Rodeo Capital, MS&AD Ventures, irrvntVC

## Investors

- Western Technology Investment (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/western-technology-investment) — Seed
- Plug and Play (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/plug-and-play) — Seed
- Great Oaks Venture Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/great-oaks-venture-capital) — Seed
- Montage Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/montage-ventures) — Seed
- Fintech Ventures Fund (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/fintech-ventures-fund) — Seed
- Goat Rodeo Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/goat-rodeo-capital) — Seed
- MS&AD Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/ms-ad-ventures) — Seed
- irrvntVC — Seed