Lemelson Wine Dinner at Dover Hall

Join us for another exclusive and intimate Winemaker Dinner Series event featuring Lemelson Vineyards, where innovation, sustainability, and Oregon’s famed terroir shine through every glass. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, Lemelson crafts estate-grown, small-lot Pinot Noir and other varietals that reflect the region’s rich soils and cool-climate precision.

Executive Chef Leah Randolph, Virginia's Chef of the Year, has built this delicious menu to perfectly complement the wines from Lemelson Vineyards.🍇

FIRST COURSE

Grilled Peach & Burrata

Torn Prosciutto, Pistachio, Tangerine Vinaigrette, Arugula & Balsamic Reduction

Wine Pairing: Lemelson Vineyards Chardonnay, 2022

SECOND COURSE

Seared Cod

Tomato Gravy, Pickled Zucchini, Crispy Potato

Wine Pairing: Meyer Vineyard Dry Riesling, 2024

THIRD COURSE

Crispy Pork Belly

Apple Cider Poached Mustard Greens, Pork Belly Jus, Green Onion

Wine Pairing: Thea's Selection Pinot Noir, 2022

FOURTH COURSE

Zataar Crusted Tenderloin

Creamed Corn, Bacon Onion Jam, Red Wine Chimichurri

Wine Pairing: Stermer Vineyard Pinot Noir, 2021

FIFTH COURSE

Blackberry & Dark Chocolate Mousse

Blackberry Mousse, Dark Chocolate Mousse, Shortbread Crumble, Fresh Berries

Wine Pairing: Willamette Auction Lot #59 "Free Fall" Pinot Noir, 2021

We are happy to accommodate ONLY Vegetarian (VG) and Gluten Free (GF) dietary requirements. Please note these in the checkout section. Also, this is a communal, seated dinner with a fixed menu. Menu is subject to change. Some dishes may be served family-style. Modifications to any dishes may be politely declined.

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WINEMAKER - MATT WENGEL

Matt Wengel Director of Winemaking & operations Read Bio Graduating with honors from the UC Davis Viticulture and Enology program was just the start for Matt. After completing several harvests in Sonoma County, he journeyed to South Africa, where he swam with Great White sharks off the coast while making wine in Stellenbosch at Warwick Estate.

Later he learned Spanish in the Bio–Bio Valley in Chile, while getting to know Chilean winemakers and the wonderful local culture. Matt next came home to the U.S. to work in upstate New York and Hunt County, aspiring to almost freeze to death making ice wine and delicious, crisp dry Rieslings. He then returned to California to a position at Stags Leap Winery in Napa Valley.

Before moving to Oregon, he most recently worked at Clos Pegase for a few more years as associate winemaker and made various other Sonoma County brands on the side. Matt had always wanted to come to Oregon and finally made the leap in 2015.

He loves producing world class wines at Lemelson Vineyards, honoring our commitment to terroir-driven, minimalist intervention winemaking using organically farmed fruit sourced from our estate vineyards.

TIMELINE - A cocktail hour will begin at 6:30pm and guests will have the opportunity to self-tour the Entrance Level of Dover Hall. At 7:00pm, everyone will be invited to the Grand Ballroom for a thoughtful 5-course dinner created by .

ATTIRE - Dress to impress... Smart Casual

The ticket price includes dinner and wine pairings. Additional beer/wine/liquor will be available for purchase with a credit card.

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