Oregon's Willamette Valley is celebrating its 40th birthday and you’re invited to a special dinner. Guests will have the opportunity to enjoy a five-course dinner paired with wines that honor the last 40 years of the Willamette Valley complemented by a look and taste to the future of this dynamic region. Join us and a few legendary surprise guests and unforgettable wines as we share stories from the pioneers alongside today’s innovators.

Featured Winemakers, Talent and Wineries:

• Adelsheim, Gina Hennen, Winemaker
• Bryn Mawr Vineyards, Rachel Rose, Winemaker & Vineyard Manager
• Compris Vineyard, Dru Allen, Proprietor & COO
• Cristom Vineyards, Daniel Estrin, Winemaker & Vineyard Manager
• Iterum Wines, Joe Dobbes, Owner and Winemaker
• Lange Estate Winery, Wendy Lange, Founder & Managing Partner
• Longplay Wine, Todd Hansen, Owner & Winemaker
• Nysa Vineyard, Michael Mega, Owner & Winemaker
• Résonance Wines, Guillaume Large, Winemaker
• St. Innocent Winery, Mark Vlossak, Winemaker and Founder

Host: Megan Markel, WVWA Trade Relations Manager

Menu

First Course
Chicken Liver Parfait
Red Currant Jelly, Soused Vegetables, Crispy Capers, Sourdough Croutons

Second Course
Lightly Cured Salmon Belly Crudo
Pomegranate Seeds, Sea Beans, Smoked Tomato Water, Citrus Aioli

Third Course
Porcini Risotto
Forged Mushroom Black Truffles, Chive Oil

Fourth Course
Pork Tenderloin
Braised Cabbage, Apple & Fine Herb Slaw, Apple Infused Demi-Glace

Fifth Course
Hazelnut-Caramel Financier
Rhubarb Compote

Location: The Rotunda