La Bastide
A secret gem in heart of Oregon's wine country. This little french-country classic guest house is on 30 acres of wilderness, away from the hustle and bustle. Across the way is Domaine Margelle Vineyards, hosting breathtaking views to dine amidst. This is truly a gourmet food and wine connoisseur's retreat! Professional massage therapy is available upon request.
We pick up at the Portland Airport on Friday and drop off on Sunday.
Friday Evening Menu
Amuse Bouches
Spiedini of Local Pork and Sage with the Nun's Mustard
White Truffle Bread Pudding with Fairview Farms 'Sweet Dreams" Goat Cheese
first course
Salad of Organic Greens with Oregon Blue Cheese, Poached Pickled Pears, Hazelnut Croquant and Sherry Vinaigrette
main course
Rain Shadow El Rancho Chicken, Roasted with Cumin and Garlic
Yukon Gold potatoes and Local Carrots
dessert
Crostada of Local Granny Smith Apples, Caramel/Vanilla Sauce and Cinnamon Ice Cream
Saturday Continental Breakfast
Fresh Baked Pastries ~ Scones, Croissants, and Breakfast Breads
Herb and Cheese Frittata, Fresh Fruit
Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice, Yogurt, House-Made Granola,
Coffee, Tea
At noon we take off from the Vineyards of Domaine Margelle by Helicopter for a 3 winery, exclusively helicopter chauffeured ride. On site at each hand picked winery, our NW Top Chef Jeff Nizlek and his staff prepares gourmet food pairings to compliment your flight of wine tasting.
Winery #1
Gougieres of Willamette Valley Provolone with Black Truffle/Chevre Mousse
Lettuce Rolls of Dungeness Crab with Lemon and Tarragon
Daube of Sudan Farms Lamb with Rosemary Mustard Sauce
Winery #2
Cold poached Salmon with Fennel Vinaigrette, Winter Greens
Smoked Rain Shadow Pekin Duck Breast with Violette Mostarda
Winery #3
Selection of Oregon Cheeses with Individual Pairings
Extreme Chocolate Smoked Truffles with Fleur de Sel
Relax after an exciting tour for a few hours of enjoyment until the feast of a life time begins in the private Chateau kitchen of Domaine Margelle's tasting room. This spectacular atmosphere and view are truly amazing. Table wine and all tasting fees are included.
Saturday Evening Menu
first course
Royale of Local Farm Eggs and Foie Gras
second course
Butternut Squash Puree with Black Truffle Foam
third course
Cannelloni of Wild Mushroom, Local Spinach and Hazelnut Gratin
fourth course
Olive-Oil Poached Local Rabbit Leg with Garlic Confit, Glazed Winter Vegetables and Farro Risotto
fifth course
Aged Local Waygu Beef Sauteed with Red Wine Jus, Pommes Fondantes and Cippolines with Local Bacon
dessert
Caramelized Local Pears with Crepes, Chocolate and Hazelnut/Vanilla Cream
Sunday Continental Breakfast
Fresh Baked Pastries ~ Scones, Croissants, and Breakfast Breads
Herb and Cheese Frittata, Fresh Fruit
Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice, Yogurt, House-Made Granola,
Coffee,tea
Groups of 6-8 people
$1399 per person/per double occupancy
Groups of 2-4 people
$1699 per person/per double occupancy