It’s been a good stretch, “Cycle Oregon” has kept me working hard away from work, and even worse away from wine. As beautiful as the ride was in left me in dire need of a fantastic pour, thus inspiring our weekend wine from southern Oregon—Spangler vineyard’s 2008 Malbec. It possesses dark and enticing aromas of lavender and sweet lilac and a palate that finishes smooth like a fall evening in the Umpqua Valley.

As welcoming as the recent harvest moon is Chef Paul’s new autumn menu, he will unveil in this Saturday but between us you won’t want to miss the Thundering Hooves Beef Cheek Pasta, or new French twists to our St. Helen’s Ribeye.

Whether it’s wine-ing or dining that brings you are way, come relax and welcome the fall with us.