Oregon With A French Accent

Chefs/owners Christophe and Michelle Poteaux of Bastille present 5-course Oregon wine dinner featuring dishes that pair beautifully with the wines of this Pacific Northwest state. The menu includes Gougères--cheesy choux puffs, paired with Argyle Rose Sparkling (100% Pinot Noir); followed by Gravlax--Salmon gravlax with preserved lemon jam, white pepper and crackers with Carabella, Chehalem Mountains Estate, Pinot Gris 2014 (100% Pinot Gris); Lapin aux pruneaux--stuffed rabbit loin, confit leg meat hash, mushrooms, prunes and cipoline paired with Soléna Estate, Grande Cuvée, Dundee, 2016 (100% Pinot Noir); Mignon de Veau --slow-roasted veal tenderloin with caramelized endive and cocoa-long pepper sauce with Bergström, Cumberland Reserve, Newberg, 2016 (100% Pinot Noir); Croustade au Camembert with walnuts, honey and peppery cherry compote with Domaine Drouhin Dundee Hill, 2015 (100% Pinot Noir) and finally, Mignardises--mini macaron, cherry financiers and truffles. Oregon’s fertile valleys, dramatic mountains, and expansive shores have rewarded visitors since Lewis and Clark first descended the Columbia River in 1805. Oregon’s winemaking community is famous for its open arms and collaborative spirit. They celebrate the sense of wonder and appreciation that has inspired so many to care for this land. $85. To make a reservation, please click here or call 703-519-3776.