Our Story
Crafting Excellence, Again and Again
Resilient Agility, Excellence, Family Owned, Transparency, Integrity, Continuous Improvement
Encore Glass originated in 1975 when we commenced sterilizing and refilling wine bottles in a modest Richmond facility— demonstrating that sustainability and quality can coexist within the same vessel.
Today, our headquarters in Fairfield, California oversees nationwide distribution while upholding the founding principles of resilient agility, absolute integrity, and continuous improvement.
History & Milestones
1975
Family Roots & Circular Beginnings
Encore Glass is founded in Richmond, California by a family committed to sustainability, collecting and re sterilizing wine bottles long before “recycling” became industry vernacular.
1980s
Bridging Reuse + New Glass
To support clients’ growth, Encore supplements reclaimed inventory with responsibly sourced new bottles— laying the groundwork for a service model built on reliability and integrity.
1990s–2000s
Growth Through Partnership
As demand accelerates, Encore forges strategic agreements with leading North American and international glassmakers, creating a diversified supply network that shields customers from market volatility while preserving quality standards.
2009–2014
Supply Secured, Values Intact
A multi-year alliance with a key manufacturing partner locks in dedicated furnace capacity and transparent pricing— demonstrating that family ownership and world class scale can coexist.
2015–2024
Innovation + Resilience
Encore introduces lightweight bottle platforms, expands domestic warehouse capacity, and refines just in time logistics— ensuring clients receive the right bottle, precisely when promised.
2025 + beyond
Fiftieth Anniversary & Forward Momentum
Celebrating 50 years of family stewardship, Encore commissions additional high efficiency capacity, debuts new featherweight designs, and extends next day service to more U.S. wine regions.
Community + Stewardship
Encore’s philanthropic focus mirrors our values…
nourishing communities
advancing education
extending care beyond the winery
Alameda County Community Food Bank
Providing millions of healthy meals annually throughout the Bay Area.
B Walker Ranch
Creating meaningful work and community for adults with autism.
Solano County Food Bank
Meeting urgent hunger needs in the county we call home.
Food For The Poor
One of the largest relief agencies in the Caribbean and Latin America, delivering food, shelter, and clean water.
Feed the Hungry
Supplying life sustaining meals to vulnerable children in 20+ countries.
Cal Poly Wine & Viticulture Scholarships
Fostering the next generation of enologists and viticulturists.
Cancer Support Community
Offering no cost counseling, education, and hope to patients and families worldwide.
Harvest STOMP
Supporting Napa’s growers, farmworkers, and agricultural heritage through education and advocacy.
Suisun Valley Vintner and Growers Association
Preserving tradition and promoting excellence in winemaking.
Fairfield-Suisun Chamber of Commerce
Advancing business growth and quality of life across Solano County through advocacy, collaboration, and support.