
A Connecticut Distributors, Inc. (CDI), sales team enjoyed a sales training orchestrated by Copper Cane Wines & Provisions on Sept. 29. Dunkin’ Donuts Park in Hartford was transformed into a 1980s “retro” haven, replete with ’80s attire and plenty of fine wine education. Leading the session was special guest Joe Wagner, Founder, Copper Cane Wines & Provisions. A fifth-generation Napa Valley winemaker, his legacy began with his family’s establishment of Caymus Vineyards. At just 19 years old, Wagner ventured into the world of winemaking, with his award-winning Belle Glos Pinot Noir label. By 2014, his entrepreneurial spirit led to the birth of Copper Cane Wines and its portfolio growth. The agenda combined brand education with team building, as attendees were led through a tasting of his preferred vintages of Böen, Elouan and Belle Glos, followed by lively field games including cornhole, three-legged races and tug of war. After visiting several on- and off-premise customers that same afternoon, the day concluded with a special wine-pairing dinner for more than 150 attendees at Encore by Goodfellas in New Haven. Copper Cane, rooted in Napa Valley, California, prides itself on pairing innovation with genuine craftsmanship. Its portfolio offers a range of luxury offerings, including Elouan Pinot Noir from Oregon and Belle Glos Pinot Noirs from prime Californian coastal vineyards.
- Connecticut Distributors, Inc. (CDI), hosted a sales training featuring Joe Wagner, Founder, Copper Cane Wines & Provisions on Sept. 29.
- Joe Wagner, Founder, Copper Cane Wines & Provisions and Mike Richardson, New England Division Field Sales Manager, CDI.
- The CDI team enjoys the games portion of the day.
- CDI’s New England Division.
- CDI’s Diamond Division.
- Joe Wagner, Founder, Copper Cane Wines & Provisions with a retail display of his wines on an account visit to Cheshire Wine & Spirits.
- Sagar Parmar, Cheshire Wine & Spirits and Joe Wagner, Founder, Copper Cane Wines & Provisions.
- Joe Wagner, Founder, Copper Cane Wines & Provisions and John Halpin, Area Manager, J. Gilbert’s in Glastonbury.
- A team from The Charles enjoyed a visit: Wes Wagner; Bryce and Kerri Hardy, Owners; Joe Wagner; Jorge Abreu, Manager; Cat Bonoff, General Manager; Rocco McNelly, Bar Manager; and Mike Oliver, Operations Manager.
- Joe Wagner, Founder, Copper Cane Wines & Provisions with CDI’s Sandra Terenzio-Brickley, Diamond Division Sales Director and Nadine Gengras, Diamond Division Field Sales Manager.
- Joe Wagner, Founder, Copper Cane Wines & Provisions and Cali LaSpina, District Manager, NY, CT, Copper Cane Wines & Provisions.
- Joe Wagner, Founder, Copper Cane Wines & Provisions presented Cooper Cane wines to dinner guests at Encore by Goodfellas.