Stolichnaya(R) Vodka Continues Its Award-Winning Streak; Stolichnaya Portfolio Honored with Multiple Gold Medals by the International Review of Spirits Competition.

WESTPORT, Conn. -- Stolichnaya(R) vodka, the genuine Russian vodka, and its family of brands were honored, once again, with eight medals at the recent International Review of Spirits competition. The Stoli(R) vodka portfolio received gold and silver medals and was rated "Exceptional" and "Highly Recommended" in the respected international tasting competition conducted by the acclaimed Beverage Tasting Institute (BTI).

BTI awarded gold medals and "Exceptional" ratings to Stoli 80 proof with a score of 91 and Stoli Gold with a score of 93. BTI also awarded five gold medals and "Exceptional" ratings for Stoli Persik(R), Stoli(R) Citros(TM) and Stoli(R) Ohranj(TM). Stoli Persik scored 94 points, while Stoli Citros received 92 points and Stoli Ohranj 91 points. Stoli Cranberi(R), Stoli Strasberi(R) and Stoli Vanil(R) were all awarded silver medals and rated "Highly Recommended."

"World-renowned tasting experts continue to recognize that Stoli vodka's genuine Russian quality and exceptional taste is truly award-winning," said Kellyann MacLean, Stolichnaya Vodka Brand Manager. "We are proud of the success the Stoli brand has achieved; these high honors prove that Stoli is not only the number-one selling Russian vodka in the world, but also the number-one tasting vodka."

The credibility of these awards can been seen through the growth of the Stoli portfolio, which has experienced a 3.6 percent increase in sales over the last 52-week period, ending October 29, 2005, according to AC Nielsen figures. From the national launch of Stolichnaya elit(TM) to the continuing success of Stoli base and Stoli flavors - the Stolichnaya brand has proven itself once again to be consumers' and tasting experts' vodka brand of choice.

The International Review of Spirits competition is judged by the Beverage Testing Institute, an independent corporation. The Beverage Testing Institute judges numerous spirits categories throughout the year. Products are reviewed in a blind taste test and are judged on a 100-point scale.

Stolichnaya vodka is currently manufactured by Allied Domecq Spirits, North America. In July 2005, Pernod Ricard USA effectively completed the acquisition of Allied Domecq Spirits, North America securing the ownership of the brand along with a number of others across several categories.

About Stolichnaya(R) Vodka

Stolichnaya(R) is the world's top-selling Russian vodka brand and the second largest imported vodka in the United States. The product's unique taste results from its time-honored recipe and distillation process. Allied Domecq is the trademark owner in the U.S. for Stolichnaya, the number-one genuine Russian vodka. In addition to 80 proof Stoli(R) vodka and the newly launched Stolichnaya elit, the popular flavored varieties include 70 proof Stoli Ohranj(orange), 70 proof Stoli Razberi(TM) (raspberry), 70 proof Stoli Vanil(TM) (vanilla), 70 proof Stoli Strasberi (strawberry). 70 proof Stoli Persik (peach), 70 proof Stoli Cranberi (cranberry) and 70 proof Stoli Citros (citrus). Also included in the product line are Stoli(R) 100 proof and Stoli(R) Gold. For more information, visit http://www.stoli.com. Stolichnaya Russian Vodka, 100% Grain Neutral Spirits, 40% alc./vol. (80 proof), Stolichnaya vodka reminds consumers to "Drink Stoli Responsibly."

About Pernod Ricard USA

Pernod Ricard USA is an American producer and distributor of fine spirits and wine. The company produces Wild Turkey(R) Bourbon, Seagram's Extra Dry Gin(R) and imports other premium brands such as Chivas Regal(R) Scotch whisky, The Glenlivet(R) Single Malt Scotch whisky, Jameson(R) Irish Whiskey, Martell(TM) Cognac, Jacob's Creek(R) and Wyndham Estate(R) wines. The company's broad portfolio of brands also includes Kahlua(R), Malibu(R), Beefeater(R), Mumm(R), Perrier-Jouet(TM), and U.S. distribution rights for Stolichnaya(R) vodka.