If Bend is a beer town, where does wine fit in? To answer this question, I decided to embark upon a thorough exploration of all the wine bars of Bend and compiled a comprehensive guide (below) available for anyone else looking for an answer to the same question—or just a delicious glass of wine in … Continue reading Bend Wine Bars: A Comprehensive Guide
Author: enotecaMarcella
I am a Wine Journalist & Marketing Consultant with over 15 years of experience in the industry and a background in market research. I've earned the WSET Diploma and Sommelier Certification from the Guild. My upcoming personal projects will focus on natural wines, but stay rooted in Italian wine, my first passion.
Flights Wine Bar
As relaxing as your own living room Nestled up in a corner above the roundabout where Shevlin Park Road becomes Newport Avenue in the River West neighborhood of Bend sits the friendly Flights Wine Bar. Ever since Kelsey Daniels opened the doors in November of 2021, people have been coming here to explore new wines … Continue reading Flights Wine Bar
Good Drop Wine Shoppe
The Cheers of Bend Right in the heart of downtown and with an “interior” that is outdoors all year round, it’s easy to see how The Good Drop Wine Shoppe is “the Cheers of Bend.” Echoing proprietor Sarah Worley’s outgoing personality, long community tables occupy the patio along the sidewalk just outside the shop, encouraging … Continue reading Good Drop Wine Shoppe
Portello
Your local Euro bistro Cafe Portello, a landmark in the Bend Wine Bar scene, opened its doors in 2006. It was one of the only places for many years that sold an international selection of wines in Bend. Owner since 2018, Courtney Marlatt, told me most of the surrounding buildings were not there when they … Continue reading Portello
Viaggio Wine Merchant
Attentive service in a casual setting Owner, Benjamin Richardson, Advanced Sommelier, brings an impressive background to the Bend wine scene. After getting his start under Bobby Stuckey, MW, at Frasca, he moved on to hold the titles of Wine Director at The Restaurant at Meadowood, Estate Director at Failla Wines and then General Manager of … Continue reading Viaggio Wine Merchant
Fun Summer Food Pairings with Collio White Wines
Since traveling to Friuli wasn’t going to be possible this year, I decided to do the next best thing: bring it to me! The long, warm days of summer are perfect for enjoying this fantastic region’s varietal gems: from Friulano, Ribolla gialla, and Malvasia to Pinot bianco, Pinot grigio and of course, the charming Collio … Continue reading Fun Summer Food Pairings with Collio White Wines
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