Cheers to Connectivity: Elevate and Qutori Wines are the Perfect Pairing

Qutori Wines at the Root & Vine Market, nestled in the North Fork Valley of Western Colorado, has produced award-winning, handcrafted wines since 2017. Visitors are drawn to the North Fork Valley for the exquisite wines and the breathtaking scenery. Qutori Wines capitalizes on both, offering pristine views of the vineyards and Paonia’s very own Mount Lamborn from their outdoor patio.

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However, this beautiful terrain came with some challenging drawbacks. Being in a mountain town, Qutori Wines’ founder, Julie Bennett, noticed her internet provider had trouble keeping her connected. “I would have to leave and go do my work in the library because they had a better connection,” said Julie.

Internet issues even affected Qutori Wines’ customers. The unreliable service would cut out while processing customer payments, and customers looking to capture their perfect West Elk Wine moments on social media couldn’t rely on Qutori’s Wi-Fi. Although Julie was determined to provide her customers with a top-notch experience, unreliable internet thwarted her goal.

In November 2018, Elevate Internet expanded its network to Qutori’s neck of the woods, and a new perfect pairing was born. Armed with Qutori’s same mission of providing quality service and an excellent experience, Elevate’s fiber network delivered the fast and reliable internet speeds Julie—and her customers—could depend on.

“When Elevate Internet came to town it changed everything. It made it convenient and easy to stay informed and do business from the comfort of our own roof,” said Julie.

Elevate’s high-speed and reliable internet also gave Julie the time to get back to things she finds more fulfilling. “I appreciate our community. I like to chat with our customers and catch up on the latest happenings in our special town and region.”

Qutori offers sixteen unique wines and specializes in Pinot Noir grapes grown on-site. White wines range from their latest 2023 Estate White Pinot Noir to Riesling, Cabernet Franc, and Cabernet Sauvignon. Red wines include Pinot Noir, Merlot, Bourbon Barrel Aged Pinot Noir, and a Red Blend. These are aged longer; the most recent available vintages are from 2020. Locals and tourists can sample the wines in Qutori’s Mediterranean-style wine room while enjoying culinary treats and shopping for local treasures. And, thanks to a fast, reliable Wi-Fi connection, they can even brag (just a bit) to their friends back at home.

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Qutori Wines is located just off Highway 133, just north of Paonia. If you’re looking to bring a taste of Qutori home, you can purchase it online from their website, qutoriwines.com/shop-wine.

Ultimately, the combination of Qutori Wines’ exceptional offerings and Elevate Internet’s superior connectivity ensures that every visit, whether virtual or in-person, is a delightful and fulfilling experience. Come for the wine, stay for the view, and leave with a sense of belonging to a community that thrives on quality and connection.