Father & Sons

With Quintessential, the Kreps family has realized their dream to nurture a roster of multi-generational, family owned-and-operated wineries whose wines reflect the best, most authentic expression of the terroir from their respective vineyards. Quintessential has evolved into one of the leading import and marketing companies of fine wines in the U.S.!

Steve Kreps Sr. started in the wine business in 1973 as a sales representative and merchandiser. He rapidly excelled and became an Area Manager covering ten states. Eventually he moved to an import company and quickly advanced from Division Manager to National Sales Manager. In 1988 he founded a wine brokerage company for premium and ultra-premium wines, covering the Midwest region. Ten years later, Steve formed a prestigious import and marketing company, which he eventually sold in 2002 when he partnered with Dennis to form Quintessential.

Dennis Kreps began his career in the wine industry in 1990, starting as a sales representative and merchandiser with a major wine distribution company. Eventually, he moved to a well-established Importer, where he covered the Midwest and Western regions of the U.S. as a Division Manager. Today, Dennis manages the day-to-day business at Quintessential.

Steve Kreps Jr., formerly a Commercial Pilot for US Airways, joined the family business in 2005 and worked his way up from California sales rep to the Sales Manager. He started this division of Quintessential with 2 salesmen and has grown the business dramatically, increasing the California sales force to 14. Steve Jr. now manages the relationships with Quintessential’s luxury portfolio.

Between Steve Sr., Dennis and Steve Jr., the Kreps bring a combined 100+ years of experience in the fine wine business.