Spring Portfolio Picks Highlighted at Johnson Brothers Tastings

Johnson Brothers of Rhode Island hosted two spring trade tastings in March. The first was held at Midtown Oyster Bar in Newport on March 6 and the second took place at the Chapel Grille in Cranston on March 12. White wines and rosés from dozens of regions around the world were the focus at each tasting, with sales representatives and suppliers educating trade guests and accounts.

: Rosés by Sunseeker, Dark Horse and Apothic.

: Very Peach White Wine, Very Grapefruit Rosé, Louis Laurent Rosé d’Anjou, Maison Nicolas Chardonnay, Maison Nicolas Pinot Noir Rosé, Maison Nicolas Sauvignon Blanc and Maison Castel Chardonnay Grande Reserve.

: Shawna Dietz, Premium Portfolio Manager, Johnson Brothers of Rhode Island and Kevin Brodeur, Retail Area Manager, Johnson Brothers of Rhode Island.

: Keith Miranda, President, Johnson Brothers of Rhode Island; Christine Zecker, Area Manager – New England, Prestige Beverage Group; and Mark E. Mazur, Northeast USA Regional Sales Manager, Prestige Beverage Group with Yes Way Rosé.

: Yes Way Rosé is a dry rosé made from organic grapes grown in the south of France. The brand was founded by friends Erica Blumenthal and Nikki Huganir, who were featured in the Wine Enthusiast 40 Under 40 issue.