
The Summer Grand Tasting at Wines & More in Cranston on May 18 brought together multiple Rhode Island wholesalers in a showcase set for store customers. An assortment of top-rated domestic and imported still and sparkling wines, as well as select fine spirits, were featured. Sales representatives and account managers showcased brands and educated guests throughout the event.
- Bob Goulet, Account Manager, Wine Wizards showcasing Nortico Alvarinho.
- Jim Celletti, Sales Representative, Patriot Division, Horizon Beverage Group highlighting Kim Crawford Signature Reserve.
- Alex Lister, Brand Ambassador, Wild Tonic Kombucha.
- Dave Aiello, Sales, Mancini Beverage – Rhode Island Distributing.
- Nikki Hatton, Brand Ambassador, Copley Division, Horizon Beverage Group highlighting Stave & Steel Cabernet Sauvignon and Imagery Pinot Noir.
- Kayla McCoombs, Brand Ambassador via Big Orange Productions highlighting Sakonnet Vineyards Block Island Blend.
- Jim Hayes, Sales Representative, Oceanstate Wine & Spirits highlighting Terre di Marca Prosecco.
- Wines & More team: Krasi LaFore, Fine Wine Manager; Tiffany Daponte, Closer; Bill Rizzini, Store Manager; David Breen, Beer Manager; Nena Partin, Wine Consultant; and Ted Smith, Wine Consultant.
- Jake Bruns, Sales Representative, MS Walker highlighting Produttori del Barbaresco.
- Kim McDonald, Brand Ambassador, via The Tasting Co. for Ferrari-Carano Vineyards and Winery.
Photos by Laura Widness.