The company's purpose is the trade of wine in bulk and in bottles. The company may acquire, hold, encumber and dispose of real estate in Switzerland and abroad, as well as establish branches and subsidiaries and participate in other companies. The company may engage in all commercial, financial and other activities that are related to its purpose. Furthermore, it may provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as grant guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties. The company may also acquire, operate or sell patents, trademarks and licenses as well as other industrial property rights.