Westbrook’s Cafe Routier has offered Phelps Creek Vineyards’ Columbia Gorge Pinot Noir on its menu since the wine was first introduced in Connecticut in 2013. In late October, Phelps Creek Sales Manager Jonathan Wadman traveled from the Hood River, Oregon winery to host a wine dinner there. The menu featured pairings such as espresso braised short ribs with Phelps Creek Alexandrine Cuvee Pinot Noir, and seared scallops with Phelps Creek “Lynette” Chardonnay. Cellar Fine Wines distributes Phelps Creek Vineyards in Connecticut.

Jonathan Wadman (right) with guests at Cafe Routier.

George Carabetta of Cellar Fine Wines (right) and Westbrook Package Store Manager Nimesh Sagar (third from right) with guests at the Phelps Creek Wine dinner.