"Share & Pair Sundays" is a campaign encouraging people to gather on Sundays to enjoy wine, food, and friends. At Portland Wine Company, we’re proud to participate in this initiative by pairing wine, food, and some of our favorite things to do in our beautiful city!
Come in Thursday-Sunday until JUNE to enjoy a ½ glass of our featured wine and a snack for just $12. We’ll also have weekly food specials. In the spirit of “Share & Pair,” bring a friend or two (or three!).
Share & Pair for Thursday, April 10 - Sunday, April 13
The Wine: 2022 Gamay Noir
The Love & Squalor 2022 Willamette Valley Gamay Noir is a fan favorite in the winery bar because of its plush fruit flavors and secondary earthy tones. It received a whopping 95 points from Wine Enthusiast AND it was named an Editors’ Choice. The critic wrote:
“Its Tootsie Roll and bergamot aromas remind me of the Terry’s Chocolate Orange I’d get in my stocking as a kid. Cranberry-orange and raspberry pastille flavors meld with green tea and thyme notes.”
It also got 93 points from James Suckling, as well as 93 points and Critics Choice from Northwest Wine Report and 91 points from Paul Gregutt. So, we’re not the only ones who think it’s delicious!
Paired Snack: Duck Mousse Pâté with Cherry Gelée
Gamay Noir proves itself a brilliant companion to duck mousse pâté with dark cherry gelée. The wine's vibrant acidity and juicy red fruit character masterfully cut through the rich creaminess of the pâté, refreshing the palate between each indulgent bite. What makes this pairing sing is the that the cherry gelée echoes Gamay's own tart cherry and cranberry notes, while at the same time, Gamay's lean, fresh character provides a pleasurable contrast with the pâté's luxurious texture.
Winery Bar Food Special: Spanakopita
Spanakopita is a surprisingly delicious vegetarian pairing for our Gamay Noir. The wine’s acidity refreshes your palate between bites of rich feta cheese and buttery pastry, while the vibrant red fruit flavors offer a pleasant counterpoint to the savoriness of the dish.
A Pairing to Share at Home: Spice-Crusted Salmon
This pairing showcases Gamay Noir's remarkable ability to bridge the gap between traditional white and red wine territory, offering enough body for the robust spices while maintaining the elegance needed for seafood.
Here are a couple of our favorites to try:
Four-Spice Salmon — Mark Bittman’s four-spice salmon has 5 stars with almost 4,000 reviews for good reason: it’s fast, easy, and delicious.
Blackened Salmon Fillets — For an extra kick, try this almost-as-quick-and-easy recipe that uses a Cajun spice mix.
Activity Pairing: SEE the new roof at PDX and have a meal at the Country cat
You don’t have to be flying anywhere to enjoy the airport. The new roof — featuring 3.5 million board feet of local, sustainably sourced timber — is worth a trip all on its own! While you’re there, enjoy a meal at The Country Cat, legendary for its skillet-fried chicken. The restaurant is located outside of security so it’s open to all! Plus, they serve our wine by the bottle, so you’re guaranteed the perfect accompaniment for your meal.
