Ste. Michelle Wine Estates and its team have experienced turbulent times in recent years, but Sept. 7 sparked some celebrations when the largest wine company in Washington state announced its acquisition of two of Oregon’s largest brands — A to Z Wineworks and Rex Hill. The move makes Ste. Michelle Wine Estates the largest wine company in Oregon, and the shock and awe … [Read more...] about A Vine Start: Ste. Michelle’s new owners add rather than subtract
Match Maker: King Estate Winery rising stars combine for elevated restaurant experience
EUGENE, Ore. — The King family continues to take a thoughtful approach to the gradual evolution of their restaurant that surrounds the tasting gallery at King Estate Winery. With the spring arrival of executive chef Matt Hobbs, the Kings of Pinot seem poised to move a culinary program rooted in organic farming to an unprecedented level of prominence. “We will put King … [Read more...] about Match Maker: King Estate Winery rising stars combine for elevated restaurant experience
Match Maker sidebar: King Estate Winery 2015 Hyland Vineyard Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, $86
Recipe: Beef Ribeye with Uni Butter, Pacific Dulse and Lobster Glace One of the most historic vineyards that King Estate has pulled from is Hyland, the oldest commercial planting in the McMinnville American Viticultural Area. For some reason, Hyland — established in 1971 — hasn’t received the widespread acclaim it deserves, yet Brent Stone casts a worthy spotlight here … [Read more...] about Match Maker sidebar: King Estate Winery 2015 Hyland Vineyard Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, $86
Match Maker sidebar: King Estate Winery 2019 Steiner Block Estate Biodynamic Pinot Gris, Willamette Valley, $28
Recipe: Corn Agnolotti with Chanterelle Mushroom, Roasted Corn, Black Truffle and Citrus Brown Butter In some ways, Steiner Block Pinot Gris serves as the quintessential example of King Estate, a wine that comes from a heritage planting by the King family and a unique project by the team responsible for producing more Pinot Gris than anyone else in the Pacific … [Read more...] about Match Maker sidebar: King Estate Winery 2019 Steiner Block Estate Biodynamic Pinot Gris, Willamette Valley, $28
Match Maker recipe: Corn Agnolotti with Chanterelle Mushroom, Roasted Corn, Black Truffle and Citrus Brown Butter
Recipe by executive chef Matt Hobbs, King Estate Winery Corn Agnolotti with Chanterelle Mushroom, Roasted Corn, Black Truffle and Citrus Brown ButterServes: 4-6Prep time: 2 1⁄2 hoursCook Time: 15 minutesIngredients for corn filling10 ears organic sweet corn, shucked and cobbs scraped1⁄2 pound unsalted butter, diced 1 medium Walla Walla onion1 tablespoon kosher … [Read more...] about Match Maker recipe: Corn Agnolotti with Chanterelle Mushroom, Roasted Corn, Black Truffle and Citrus Brown Butter