Cathedral Ridge Winemaker's Dinner at Noble Rot May 29, 2008

What could be better than perfectly paired food and wine? We can't think of a thing. Join us for a winemaker's dinner at Noble Rot in SE Portland featuring wines from Cathedral Ridge Winery.

Noble Rot's Chef, Gregory Smith, will prepare an appetizer reception, followed by a four-course meal; each course will be paired with a different Cathedral Ridge wine. Cathedral Ridge Owner and Chief Cellar Rat, Robb Bell, will be on hand to discuss the wines and the Columbia Gorge winegrowing area.

Here's a peek at the menu:

Reception (6:30 pm):
Olive & goat cheese "coins"
Onion tart
Paired with 2006 Cathedral Ridge Pinot Gris

First course:
Smoked mussels Caesar salad
Paired with 2006 Cathedral Ridge Gewurztraminer

Second course:
Poached chicken with arugula, cherries & pancetta
Paired with 2006 Cathedral Ridge Pinot Noir

Third course:
BBQ pork shoulder with snap pea & potato salad
Paired with 2005 Cathedral Ridge Syrah

Fourth course:
Chocolate ginger tart
Coffee or a little more Syrah

Cost per person is $75 (gratuity included), and seats are very limited, so RSVP via email to noblerotgirls@aol.com. Please include "Cathedral Ridge Dinner" in the subject line of your email.

This will be an intimate night to remember at an award-winning wine bar. We hope to see you there!

Official Website: http://www.noblerotpdx.com