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Albertsons Becomes First Grocer To Join Wine Market Council

April 14, 2025

Albertsons has made history by becoming the first grocer to join the Wine Market Council.

In a LinkedIn post, the nationwide grocer made the announcement and shared that executive Curtis Mann has joined the council’s board.

“We are thrilled to share a major industry first involving Albertsons Companies. We are the first-ever retailer to officially join the WINE MARKET COUNCIL, a membership group that’s been primarily for wineries,” read the company’s official statement. “As part of this milestone for the Council and our company, Curtis Mann, MW, Master of Wine and Group Vice President of Alcohol at Albertsons Cos., has joined the council’s board.”

The statement continued: “Curtis brings an essential retail perspective to the group’s deep consumer insights and industry research. Their leadership is set to bridge the gap between producers and retailers, shaping the future of wine sales with a data-driven approach. This marks an exciting evolution for the Wine Market Council, with Albertsons Cos. leading the way to ensure retailers have a seat at the table. Cheers.”

“At Albertsons Cos., we’re proud to be the first retailer to join the Wine Market Council, demonstrating our dedication to helping advance the wine industry through a retail-driven lens,” said Curtis Mann, master of wine and group vice president of alcohol at Albertsons Cos., in a separate statement to RetailWire. “Our participation in the Council and our role on its board will enable us to provide valuable insights from consumer behavior and foster closer collaboration between producers and retailers. This signifies an exciting evolution for the Council, with Albertsons Cos. leading the way to ensure retailers play a key role in the decision-making process and in shaping the future of wine sales.”

Albertsons’ $15 Meal Deal

As part of what seems like an ongoing effort to rebrand itself, the grocer continues offering valuable deals for its customers. Recently, the company announced that it was offering a $15 meal deal.

Customers may now take advantage of the Signature SELECT $15 Meal Bundle for Four, a limited-time promotion meant to bring loved ones together around the table without breaking the bank.

According to a press statement shared with RetailWire, these affordable meal bundles are available at participating shops such as Albertsons, Safeway, ACME, Shaw’s, Randalls, Tom Thumb, Pavilions, and Vons. They include a selection of seasonal favorites.

Here’s what shoppers can expect:

Pizza Party Night for Four: A fun and easy dinner solution (April 16 to April 29)
Pesto Chicken Salad Meal for Four: Light, fresh, and perfect for spring (May 14 to May 27)
Roasted Chicken Dinner for Four: A hearty family favorite (June 18 to July 1)

Each meal package costs $15, with a maximum of two bundles per family. Customers can enjoy these exclusive deals by joining the for U loyalty program (free) and clipping the digital coupon from the store’s app.