Greg Fracassini Keeps Busy as Manager of Black Rock Wine & Spirits, Husband, and Father of Two

Greg Fracassini is one of many Andrew Warde High School alumni who remains a well-known fixture in the Fairfield community. Fracassini, who graduated from Warde 30 years ago this June, is the manager of Black Rock Wine and Spirits. Not surprisingly, the last couple of weeks were hectic for him and his staff.

"The holiday season was very busy, as is expected," said Fracassini, who attended Roger Williams College in Rhode Island and Sacred Heart University. "Our overall business is up over last year. People are staying home more and drinking differently," he continued.

"We have sold more of 'better value' wines this year. However, we did very well with high end as well, as people are not dining out as much. The feeling is that there is a trade off in staying home and drinking better."

Many people may remember Fracassini from his years at the Angus Steak House. "My Angus years began in 1984," he recalled. "I was there in one capacity or another until 1998. It was sold, and my (priorities) changed to include family responsibilities. I will never forget the relationships I forged during my tenure there. It was always about the people."

Now, Fracassini is building new relationships as manager of Black Rock Wine and Spirits. "I have been with the Black Rock Family for approximately two-and-a-half years," he pointed out. "I was hired based on my experience and sparkling personality to fill a void in the staff."

He has been happily married to Amy Johnson Fracassini for close to 18 years. He and his wife live in Easton with their two children, Olivia (15), and Greg Jr. (12).

Fracassini, who has two older brothers, Mark (AWHS 1977) and Dean (AWHS 1979), cherishes his high school memories and sees many of his ex-classmates regularly.

"I graduated Warde in 1980, and have many fond memories," he admitted. "Fred Borman, Dino Vanghele, (and) John Honey (were) a few of my favorite teachers. The friends I made there and kept throughout the years are the best."

Paul

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