FOUNDER. PLANT HOARDER. WINE POURER. STORYTELLER.

WSET 2 with Merit. Introductory Certificate with the Court of Masters. Coffee Lab International School of Coffee Trained Barista.

Although born in Coos Bay, Oregon, Kelsey has lived in the Upper Valley as a child, a college student (Dartmouth '05), and now an adult.

In 2017, while living in Palo Alto, California, Kelsey was invited to join a Feminist Literature Book Club led by a friend. She signed up to host the holiday party, but squeezing in a book during the chaos of December felt like too much. So she thought: wine tasting! But women! Only, there were so few female winemakers (mirroring her first career in tech). The story of Madame Barbie Ponsardin Veuve Clicquot started her down a rabbit hole, appreciating Women Winemakers and their stories in the bottles. The Glass Ceiling (bottle?!) stories spoke to her heart. Fast forward, and Putnam’s vine/yard is an expression of her love of hosting, and her love of the stories in the bottles.

When not traveling, hoarding plants, or trying new wines, Kelsey can be found driving her two kids around or walking her three dogs - Max, Lavender & Poppy.

Favorite Thing to Order: Pinot Noir

GENERAL MANAGER

Certified Health Coach, Certified Specialist in Wine. Coffee Lab International School of Coffee Trained Barista.

Christine has worked in restaurants since she was 15, and she has a passion for sharing food and wine with friends, family, and guests. Christine loves to cook, garden, create spice rubs, tinctures, and body creams. She previously owned Lucky Black Cat Spice Co. in Woodstock, NY where she enjoyed mixing blends and honing her palate. Christine is also a Certified Health Coach and loves working with people creating healthy, balanced habits. Christine loves to travel to wine regions around the world, and learn about the wines and the people that make them.

At P’s, Christine can be found everywhere you look, leading our Front of House and Back of House teams to deliver a world-class experience to our customers.

A Certified Specialist in Wine, Christine will be able to help you identify the perfect pour. 

Favorite Thing to Order: Anything Italian

DIRECTOR - WINE PROGRAM

WSET 3. Diploma Candidate. Coffee Lab International School of Coffee Trained Barista.

Victoria has been a part of the Putnam's team from the first pour! Prior to relocating to the Upper Valley from Southern California, she managed American Golf Corporation's multi-million dollar event calendar as the Wedding and Event Sales Director.

A seasoned traveler and passionate wine enthusiast, Victoria has explored renowned wine regions including Burgundy, Chianti, and Santorini. She was living in Spain in 2022 when she and Kelsey first connected!

With hands-on experience in harvest and winemaking in the Rhône Valley, she also holds WSET Level 3 certification, and is pursuing the WSET Diploma. In her free time, Victoria enjoys documentaries, baking, and indulging her creative side with crafting.

At Putnam's vine/yard, Victoria curates our seasonal wine menus, shares her deep knowledge of wine, and leads our Wine School Classes.

Favorite Thing to Order: Sparkling Albert Bichot Crémant de Bourgogne NV Rosé from Burgundy, France

MANAGER. BARISTA. BAKER.

BARTENDER

LEAD BARISTA

WINE PROGRAM ASSOCIATE

MASTER GARDENER.

Amelia is a local poet, born and raised in the Upper Valley.

A master not only in horticulture but also hospitality, Amelia has been working in restaurant businesses across the Upper Valley, and understands the importance of creating a sanctuary for hosting.

At P’s, Amelia tends to the almost 400 plants that create our secret garden, spending her time caring for our plants both inside and out.

When not gardening or writing, Amelia can be found enjoying the outdoors, and collecting the New England experiences that fill her poems.

Favorite Thing to Order: Our Non Alcoholic Shrub