Oregon Wines

By Food & Wine
Updated May 23, 2017
These amazing pairings include a structured, earthy Pinot and Malabar spice-crusted hanger steaks with gingered carrot puree.
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Stir-Fried Five-Spice Pork with Lettuce Cups

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Pairing: 2009 Argyle Willamette Valley Pinot Noir

Classic Willamette Valley flavors—black cherry, a touch of earth—define this Pinot.

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Brandade de Morue au Gratin

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Pairing: 2009 Chehalem Reserve Dry Riesling

Appealingly lean, with bright grapefruit and apple flavors.

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Rib Eye Roast with Chestnuts and Brussels Sprout Leaves

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Pairing: 2008 Penner-Ash Syrah

Chewy and dense, with spicy chocolate and root beer flavors.

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Leek-and-Pecorino Pizzas

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Pairing: 2008 St. Innocent Momtazi Vineyard Pinot Noir

The Momtazi Vineyard's steep hillside blocks result in this structured Pinot full of concentrated fruit.

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Thyme-Crusted Buttery Halibut with Parsley Sauce

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Pairing: 2008 Domaine Serene Céte Sud Vineyard Chardonnay

Grapes from the Côte Sud vineyard's sunny, south-facing slopes ripen more reliably, yielding this zesty, peach-driven white with toasty, vanilla oak notes.

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Skillet-Roasted Lamb Loins with Herbs

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Pairing: 2008 Elk Cove Vineyards Willamette Valley Pinot Noir

This fresh, aromatic wine is a good introduction to Elk Cove's impressive Pinot Noirs.

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Mustard-Baked Chicken with a Pretzel Crust

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Pairing: 2009 King Estate Signature Pinot Noir

Half the grapes for this beautiful, light-bodied red are from King Estate's certified organic vineyard.

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Chive Salmon with Remoulade

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Pairing: 2009 Eyrie Vineyards Original Vines Reserve Chardonnay

Old vines yield this especially vibrant, pear- and peach-flavored Chardonnay.

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Malabar Spice-Crusted Hanger Steaks with Gingered Carrot Puree

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Pairing: 2008 WillaKenzie Estate Pinot Noir

A structured, earthy Pinot big enough for a steak, from a fantastic Oregon vintage.

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