Nittany Lion Inn’s passionate sommelier-in-the-making shows how wine industry is evolving

by Savita Ahrestani

Richie Woodham, general manager of the Nittany Lion Inn’s Lionne restaurant and sommelier-in-the-making, loves to share his growing wine knowledge with diners. Every evening during the dinner service at Lionne, the Nittany Lion Inn’s plush American brasserie, Woodham does the rounds, stopping at each table to introduce himself to guests, chat a bit about this and that, then suggest wines to pair with their orders. A 2022 Domaine Laporte Sancerre for a hearty portion of fresh linguine with asparagus pesto and mixed vegetables. A 2021 Tempranillo to accompany a coconut curry chicken breast served over black rice. A glass of port or sherry to enhance dessert.

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