we are the
NEAL ROSENTHAL GROUP
WE ARE
THE NEAL ROSENTHAL GROUP
Each of the companies in The Neal Rosenthal Group extends Neal’s lifelong mission to connect people to place - to terroir - that he began with Rosenthal Wine Merchant 45 years ago.
Whether inviting people to the source through travel and lodging, bringing the finest foods from around the world to their kitchens and tables, or inviting them into conversation with some of the world’s leading thinkers and creators, the NRG’s purpose is to open people’s eyes to connections that they may not have previously seen.
OUR MISSION
Neal Rosenthal's passion for and commitment to the natural world and to the people whose livelihoods are derived from it has led to the creation of a group of enterprises linked by a singular vision and mission:
To connect people to place through all their senses.
To open their eyes to see anew the places they think they already know.
To remind us all that the stories of place are the stories of a diverse set of people – family, colleagues, friends we have met and those we have yet to encounter. Their multitude of voices helps us better understand the world around us and our own place in it.
To support the entrepreneur and the artisan assuring their longevity & resilience.
Our Companies
Mad Rose Specialty Foods
Mad Rose Specialty Foods works closely with trusted family-run producers that have honed their production methods through multiple generations of care for their land and respect for their product. Meticulously sourced, these quality European products will change the way you cook, taste and feel.
La Closerie des Capucines
The House that Wine Built; this charming chambre d’hôtes was renovated in 2024 and is the perfect setting for an immersion into the Jura and Burgundy. A must-visit for those who crave discovery of the region’s vineyards and local cuisine, as well as a deep-dive into the Jura’s remarkable nature and history.
Mad Rose Journeys
Through Mad Rose Journeys’ roster of curated trips in Italy, France, and Switzerland, visit storied destinations with unparalleled access. MRJ takes you on intimate adventures to not only see places but to also meet the people behind the world’s finest wine and food.
The FERRANDO ESTATE, CAREMA
In 2024, Neal expanded into winery ownership with the purchase of the Ferrando estate, marking a new chapter in his decades-long wine journey. As an honorary citizen of Carema, this partnership with the Ferrando family is both a natural evolution and a deeply meaningful venture.
Mario Bianco HONEY
After decades of collaboration and importing Mario Bianco’s exceptional single-varietal, vintage-dated honey from Piedmont, Neal has invested in expanding the business. His vision includes a beekeeping school and a bee garden, inspired by the High Line in NYC and Japanese gardens. Visitor experiences begin in 2025.
Family Affiliated Companies
Justine’s on Hudson
Located in the heart of NYC’s West Village, Justine’s is a wine-focused restaurant owned by Neal’s daughter, Justine Rosenthal. Chefs Jeanne Jordan and Jessamine Raposa craft contemporary French cuisine with a Filipino influence, while Neal curates the wine list. Seasonal produce comes straight from his organic farm in upstate New York, the Mad Rose Ranch.
RWM Selections
RWM Selections, owned by Justine Rosenthal, is a wine store in New York and online wine club offering clients thoughtfully curated wines from the Rosenthal Wine Merchant portfolio. Focused on artisan producers, sustainable practices, and expressive terroirs, each bottle is chosen to delight and inspire.
mad rose gallery
Owned by Neal’s wife, Kerry Madigan, The Mad Rose Gallery in Millerton, New York is dedicated to fostering a vibrant and inclusive artistic community by showcasing exceptional fine art and photography. Through exhibitions, educational programs, and community events, they seek to inspire, connect, and enrich the lives of individuals of all ages and backgrounds.
Our Endeavors
events
The In Conversation Series, a series of presentations centered around the concept of "terroir.” Bringing together leading thinkers and creators from fields including architecture, literature, history, art, economics, and food & wine, these events bring to light connections between people, places, and ideas not previously imagined.
THE MAD ROSE RANCH
Neal’s dedication to sustainability and terroir continues with the expansion of his farm in Pine Plains, New York. The Mad Rose Ranch supplies organic produce to local establishments in Upstate New York in addition to his daughter’s West Village wine restaurant, Justine’s on Hudson.
philanthropy
The Mad Rose Foundation, is a charitable organization that encourages and supports education, entrepreneurship, artisanal production, and programs that further understanding of and connection to the natural world. It has partnered with Rutgers University to underwrite a program in West Africa.