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About The Festival

The Rhode Island Wine Experience elevates wine appreciation through unique partnerships with top Downtown Providence restaurants, offering exclusive wine dinners each evening.

Why Attend?

These immersive dining experiences feature select wine brands from Napa and around the world, each with a menu tailored by local culinary talent. Guests will enjoy fine dining and an opportunity to refine their palate and deepen their understanding of wine’s artistry, history, and etiquette.

This festival—as part of the Providence Culinary Collective with Go Providence—offers an immersive experience, celebrating the artistry of wine and Providence’s renowned culinary landscape. From exquisite wine dinners featuring premium wines paired with the state’s best cuisine to a grand tasting event showcasing a diverse range of vineyards, the Rhode Island Wine Experience is a tribute to the passion for wine and the vibrant spirit of Providence.

The centerpiece of the festival takes place on Saturday, March 29, when the Grand Tasting at The G Ballroom welcomes over 50 world-class wine producers for an exciting day of discovery. Simultaneously, panel discussions at Sarto will bring together industry insiders, media, sommeliers, and top chefs for lively conversations on innovation, sustainability, and the evolving culture of the hospitality industry. The evening culminates with the Vintners Dinner at the Reserve on Dorrance, a refined culinary experience featuring James Beard-nominated chef Derek Wagner and a diverse, beautifully curated pairing of French wines.

At Wine X, we believe that the love of wine is a global language—one that connects people across cultures, stories, and shared experiences. Whether you’re a seasoned oenophile or simply wine-curious, we invite you to sip, savor, and celebrate with us in a welcoming and unpretentious atmosphere.

Founded by Rosanna M. Ortiz, whose career in public relations and event production, combined with her love for wine, inspired her to create a platform that celebrates the wine community, the Rhode Island Wine Experience is dedicated to connecting people, place, and palate through meaningful experiences that blend education, enjoyment, and connection.

Why Attend?

These immersive dining experiences feature select wine brands from Napa and around the world, each with a menu tailored by local culinary talent. Guests will enjoy fine dining and an opportunity to refine their palate and deepen their understanding of wine’s artistry, history, and etiquette.

This festival—as part of the Providence Culinary Collective with Go Providence—offers an immersive experience, celebrating the artistry of wine and Providence’s renowned culinary landscape. From exquisite wine dinners featuring premium wines paired with the state’s best cuisine to a grand tasting event showcasing a diverse range of vineyards, the Rhode Island Wine Experience is a tribute to the passion for wine and the vibrant spirit of Providence.

Whether you’re a seasoned collector, a budding enthusiast, or simply curious about wine, the Rhode Island Wine Experience promises an engaging and approachable journey into wine’s rich culture.

Team

Rosanna Ortiz

Director

Jaimie Pucket, a wine industry expert, posing with a glass of white wine while wearing a black blazer, seated in a warmly lit setting.

Jaimie Puckett

Wine Director

Serena Palleschi

Public Relations Director