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Constellation
Brands, Inc. Statement Regarding Allied Domecq PLC
FAIRPORT,
N. Y., April 27, 2005 - Constellation Brands,
Inc. (NYSE: STZ, ASX: CBR) notes the recent announcement about its preliminary
approach to Allied Domecq plc. Constellation confirms that the consortium
consists of Constellation Brands, Brown-Forman Corporation, Lion Capital
(formerly Hicks Muse Europe) and Blackstone. There is no certainty whether this
preliminary approach will lead to an offer for Allied Domecq. A further
announcement will be made as, and when, appropriate.
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