In an industry historically defined by exclusivity and European tradition, Marvina Robinson has emerged as a transformative force. As the first Black American woman to own a champagne brand and CEO of B. Stuyvesant Champagne, Robinson is reshaping who gets to participate in the luxury wine industry.
Raised in Brooklyn’s Bedford-Stuyvesant neighborhood, Robinson built her brand around cultural identity, elegance, and representation. Before entering the champagne world, she spent more than two decades on Wall Street and earned a master’s degree in statistics from Columbia University. Despite her success in finance, she felt called to create something that reflected both her personal journey and a broader cultural narrative.
That vision led her to France, where she immersed herself in the traditions and production methods of the Champagne region. What initially began as plans for a champagne bar evolved into something greater during the COVID-19 pandemic: the launch of B. Stuyvesant Champagne.
Today, the brand is distributed nationally and internationally, appearing in hotels, restaurants, and luxury spaces.
As a self-funded entrepreneur, Robinson built the company independently, breaking barriers in an industry where Black ownership remains rare.
More than a luxury product, B. Stuyvesant Champagne represents cultural storytelling. Robinson blends French craftsmanship with the spirit of Black Brooklyn, inviting consumers to see themselves reflected in spaces traditionally viewed as inaccessible.
Her journey highlights a larger shift happening across luxury industries—one centered on ownership, diversity, and authentic narratives. Through resilience, innovation, and vision, Marvina Robinson is not simply participating in the champagne industry; she is redefining it.
