Oregon Wines

Pairing: 2009 Argyle Willamette Valley Pinot Noir

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

Pairing: 2009 Chehalem Reserve Dry Riesling

Appealingly lean, with bright grapefruit and apple flavors.

Pairing: 2008 Penner-Ash Syrah

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

Pairing: 2008 St. Innocent Momtazi Vineyard Pinot Noir

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

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.

Pairing: 2008 Elk Cove Vineyards Willamette Valley Pinot Noir

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

Pairing: 2009 King Estate Signature Pinot Noir

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

Pairing: 2009 Eyrie Vineyards Original Vines Reserve Chardonnay

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

Pairing: 2008 WillaKenzie Estate Pinot Noir

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