Barrington’s Grapes & Grains showcased selections on Oct. 4 from distributor Mancini Beverage during a weekly in-store tasting. Jared Iannelli of Mancini Beverage – Martignetti division featured California’s Decoy Limited Alexander Valley Merlot and Rabble Paso Robles Red Blend. Rhode Island’s Sakonnet Vineyard wines and canned selections were poured for shoppers in support of the Little Compton-based brand’s recent relaunch under new vineyard management. Founded in 1975, Sakonnet Vineyard rests on 150 acres of land, 30 of which have produced its award-winning wines for more than four decades. In spirits, Iannelli poured Bean from Massachusetts-based GlenPharmer Distillery of Franklin, a vodka infused with locally made espresso and vanilla, making for mix-ready espresso martinis among suggestions.
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- Neil King, Director of Operations, Grapes & Grains and Jared Iannelli, Sales Representative, Mancini Beverage – Martignetti division.
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- Jared Iannelli, Sales Representative, Mancini Beverage – Martignetti division pouring Rabble Paso Robles Red Blend.
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- Jared Iannelli, Sales Representative, Mancini Beverage – Martignetti division with Sakonnet Vineyard Pinot Noir.
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- Decoy Limited Alexander Valley Merlot 2021, featuring layers of plum, cherry, blackberry and raspberry with hints of savory herbs, rustic earthiness and French oak-inspired notes.
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- Rabble Paso Robles Red Blend featuring an interactive label. The augmented reality label depicts a story, launched from any smartphone camera.
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- Sakonnet Vineyard Pinot Noir.
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- Sakonnet Vineyard canned wines, Sauvignon Blanc and Rosé.
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- A pour of Bean, created by GlenPharmer Distillery of Franklin, Massachusetts.
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- Infused with locally made espresso and vanilla, GlenPharmer Distillery Bean is a flavored vodka.
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- The featured paired cheese was a Swiss Chällerhocker, made with raw cow’s milk, from Rind Cheese Shop.
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- All from Grapes & Grains: Dave Hurley, Bottle Assistant; Chris Mota, Beer Buyer; Sam Masiello III, Bottle Shop Assistant; and Neil King, Director of Operations.
Photos by Laura Widness.
