Constellation is the largest (by volume) wine company in the world; a leading producer and exporter of wine from Australia, New Zealand and Canada; and both a major producer and independent drinks wholesaler in the U.K. (including Blackthorn and Gaymer's Olde English ciders). It operates more than 60 production facilities, has 9,200 employees worldwide and sells or markets products in North America, South America, Europe, and the Asia/Pacific region.