Joseph S. Steinberg boosts Crimson Wine (CWGL) stake to 16.7% in amended 13D
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
SCHEDULE 13D/A
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Crimson Wine Group, Ltd. shareholder Joseph S. Steinberg filed Amendment No. 5 to his Schedule 13D, updating his ownership in the company’s common stock. Based on 20,586,027 shares outstanding as of May 1, 2026, he may be deemed to beneficially own 3,429,140 shares, representing 16.7% of the class.
The filing explains that he has sole voting and dispositive power over 3,058,638 shares and shared power over 370,502 shares held through a charitable trust, family members and children’s trusts, for which he disclaims pecuniary interest. Recent open‑market purchases include 106,308 shares at a weighted average price of $4.96 on November 20, 2025 and 7,474 shares at $4.05 on May 22, 2026.
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Key Figures
Beneficial ownership: 3,429,140 shares
Ownership percentage: 16.7%
Shares outstanding: 20,586,027 shares
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Beneficial ownership
3,429,140 shares
Crimson Wine Group common stock beneficially owned by Joseph S. Steinberg
Ownership percentage
16.7%
Portion of Crimson Wine Group common stock class held by Steinberg
Shares outstanding
20,586,027 shares
Crimson Wine Group common shares outstanding as of May 1, 2026
Sole voting/dispositive power
3,058,638 shares
Shares over which Steinberg has sole voting and dispositive power
Shared voting/dispositive power
370,502 shares
Shares held via charitable and family trusts and family members
Purchase 1
106,308 shares at $4.96
Open‑market buy on November 20, 2025, weighted average price per share
Purchase 2
7,474 shares at $4.05
Open‑market buy on May 22, 2026, price per share
Key Terms
beneficially own, dispositive power, Schedule 13D, pecuniary interest, +1 more
5 terms
beneficially own financial
"As of the date of this filing, Mr. Steinberg may be deemed to beneficially own 3,429,140 shares of Common Stock"
Beneficially own means having the economic rights and risks of a security—such as the right to receive dividends, sell the shares, or profit from price changes—whether or not your name appears on the official share register. Think of it like renting a car: you use it and reap the benefits even if the title lists someone else. Investors care because beneficial ownership determines who truly controls value, must be disclosed under securities rules, and can signal potential influence or trading activity that affects a stock’s price.
dispositive power financial
"sole voting and dispositive power over 3,058,638 shares of Common Stock"
Dispositive power is the authority to decide the final outcome of an asset, legal claim, contract, or corporate action — in effect the power to dispose of or resolve something. For investors it matters because whoever holds that authority can determine who gets paid, who controls an asset or vote, and how risks and returns are allocated; think of it like holding the key that lets you lock in the winner or loser in a deal.
Schedule 13D regulatory
"This Amendment No. 5 amends and supplements that certain Statement on filed on March 5, 2013"
A Schedule 13D is a legal document that investors file with regulators when they buy a large enough stake in a company to potentially influence its management or decisions. It provides details about the investor’s intention, ownership stake, and plans, helping other investors understand who is gaining control and what their motives might be.
pecuniary interest financial
"Mr. Steinberg disclaims any pecuniary interest in the 33,000 shares held by the charitable trust"
Section 16 regulatory
"shall not be deemed an admission of beneficial ownership of all of the reported shares for purposes of Section 16 or for any other purpose"
Section 16 is a U.S. securities law rule that governs the trading and disclosure obligations of company insiders — typically officers, directors and large shareholders — to promote transparency and deter unfair profit-taking. It requires insiders to publicly report their stock trades and allows companies or the issuer to reclaim quick, short-term profits from certain insider trades, like a scoreboard and a refund policy that help investors see and limit possible insider advantage.
FAQ
How much of Crimson Wine Group (CWGL) does Joseph S. Steinberg now beneficially own?
Joseph S. Steinberg may be deemed to beneficially own 3,429,140 shares of Crimson Wine Group common stock, representing 16.7% of the outstanding shares based on 20,586,027 shares outstanding as of May 1, 2026, according to the amended Schedule 13D.
What recent stock purchases by Joseph S. Steinberg are disclosed for Crimson Wine Group (CWGL)?
The filing reports Steinberg bought 106,308 Crimson Wine Group shares on November 20, 2025 at a weighted average price of $4.96 and 7,474 shares on May 22, 2026 at $4.05 per share, both acquired in open‑market transactions.
How is Joseph S. Steinberg’s Crimson Wine Group (CWGL) ownership structured?
Steinberg has sole voting and dispositive power over 3,058,638 shares held directly, via wholly owned corporations, and family trusts, plus shared voting and dispositive power over 370,502 shares held by a charitable trust, his wife and daughter, and trusts for his children.
What percentage of Crimson Wine Group (CWGL) is used to calculate Joseph S. Steinberg’s ownership?
The ownership percentage is calculated using 20,586,027 Crimson Wine Group common shares issued and outstanding as of May 1, 2026, as reported in the company’s Form 10‑Q filed with the SEC on May 7, 2026, giving Steinberg a 16.7% beneficial stake.
Does Joseph S. Steinberg claim full economic interest in all Crimson Wine Group (CWGL) shares reported?
No. He disclaims any pecuniary interest in 33,000 shares held by a charitable trust, 13,920 shares held by his wife and daughter, and 323,582 shares in trusts for his children, even though these shares are included in the aggregate beneficial ownership calculation.
What is the purpose of Amendment No. 5 to Joseph S. Steinberg’s Schedule 13D for Crimson Wine Group (CWGL)?
Amendment No. 5 updates Steinberg’s Schedule 13D to reflect additional purchases of Crimson Wine Group common stock and revises his reported beneficial ownership, increasing his stake compared to the percentage disclosed in Amendment No. 4 filed previously.