"Pinotpalooza" - Elk Cove Vineyards
Reservations Closed
| Course | Pairing / Description | Wine |
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| Hors D’oeuvres |
Poached Shrimp with Whipped Feta, Lemon, and Pine Nuts
Citrus Herb Chicken Satay
Varietal composition: 100% Pinot Gris Nectarine, ginger and citrus peel aromatics lead to a synchronous palate that’s rounded and full of fresh flavors of sliced peach, spearmint, and a pear tart complemented by a savory note of cantaloupe and prosciutto. Energizing acidity drives a crisp texture. Wine and Spirits 91 points; Wine Enthusiast 90 points; Decanter 93 points. |
Elk Cove Pinot Gris Willamette Valley 2022
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| Salad Course |
Smoked Whitefish Pâté with Fresh Herbs, Assorted Crackers and Bread
Varietal Composition: 100% Pinot Blanc The grapes used to make this dazzler were whole cluster-pressed and fermented in stainless steel. Peach and melon aromas are flanked by notes of honeysuckle and wet slate. Jittery acidity shines a spotlight on rich lemon butter, thyme and green tea flavors. Wine Enthusiast Editors’ Choice 92 points; Decanter 91 points. |
Elk Cove Pinot Blanc Willamette Valley 2022
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| Seafood Course |
Seared Salmon with Butternut Squash, Truffle Cream and Pepitas
Varietal Composition: 100% Pinot Noir Bright cherry and raspberry aromas complement notes of cinnamon and delicate violet, while the palate strikes a balance between juicy plum and boysenberry and complex, earthy cola and leather, finishing with chalky tannins and hints of crème brûlée. Robert Parker 92 points; Wine Spectator 91 points; Wine Enthusiast-91 points. |
Elk Cove Estate Pinot Noir Willamette Valley 2022
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| Lamb Course |
Chargrilled Lamb Chops with Smashed Yukon Gold Potatoes, Royal Trumpet Mushrooms and Chimichurri
Varietal Composition: 100% Pinot Noir. Rich and earthy with aromas of blackberry pie, fig and rose petal, this wine is broad and juicy with heaps of fresh cherry fruit balanced by fine tannins that lead to chocolate and bay leaf on the finish. Robert Parker 94 points; Wine Enthusiast 93 points; Wine Spectator 94 points. |
Elk Cove Pinot Noir Mount Richmond 2022
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| Dessert Course |
Lemon Honey Tart with Vanilla Bean Pastry Cream and Fresh Berries
Varietal composition: 60% Pinot Noir, 34% Chardonnay, 2% Gewurztraminer, 2% Muscat, 2% Riesling Primarily Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, with a splash of Riesling, Gewurztraminer, and Muscat to create a unique and delicious sparkling wine experience. Aged in a combination of steel and barrel, the winemaking team ferments each varietal separately, low and slow, to preserve its fresh, fruity, and floral notes. A short time on its Pinot Noir skins and a little bit of finished Pinot Noir brings out the Sparkler's vibrant pink color. |
Pike Road Rose Sparkler NV
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| Chip Wine |
Varietal Composition: 100% Pinot Noir With the aromatics of cherry pie and clove, this wine opens bright and juicy. Its concentrated pie cherry and cranberry flavors lead into dusty tannins and a pithy finish of candied orange and cola. Wine Enthusiast 94 points and Cellar Selection; Wine Spectator 93 points; Robert Parker 93 points. |
Elk Cove Pinot Noir Clay Court 2021
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