Downtown Portland’s West Cafe Features Italian Wines and Cuisine on Tuesday, June 15, 2010.  Mangia!

On Tuesday, June 15, West Cafe’s ever-popular wine dinner returns - featuring downtown Portland’s most delectable cuisine and 5 exquisite Italian wines including Villa Sandi Prosecco, 2008 Le Vigne Zamo Friulano, 2006 Savignola Paulina Chianti Classico, 2008 Ugo Lequio Nebbiolo Langhe and a 2006 Allegrini Palazzo della Torre Ripasso. Please join us Tuesday, 06/15 at 7PM for an exceptional Italian-themed meal featuring hand-prepared meats, seafoods and other regional delicacies courtesy of West Cafe Head Chef Sean Concannon.

This will be a fantastic way to celebrate summer’s arrival - great wine, delicious food and warm company!  The wine dinner is still only $35.00 plus gratuity.  Reservations are required and can be made via phone at 503.227.8189 or email us at eat@westcafepdx.com.  Be sure to make reservations soon as these events typically sell out quickly.

Menu:

First Course:
Villa Sandi Prosecco Claxa DOC, Valdobbiadene and Conegliano, Prosecco, Veneto, IT
(classic style of Prosecco, sourcing grapes from best Prosecco zones. Fruity and dry)

Prosciutto and Melon with cracked black pepper

Second Course:
2008 Le Vigne Zamo Friulano, Colli Orientali, Friuli, IT
(Best region for white wine in Italy. Rich, mineral-like, intense)

Ciappino: Shrimp, Scallops, Mussels & Whitefish in a rich fish broth with Tomatoes, Basil & Garlic

Third Course:
2006 Savignola Paulina Chianti Classico, Greve in Chianti, Tuscany, IT
(Soft and elegant for Chianti, one of the oldest winemakers in Chianti. Been around since the 1920’s. Great small winery)

Herb-roasted Chicken pulled from the bone & tossed with fresh Fettuccini, Prosciutto, Peas and a touch of Garlic Cream

Fourth Course:
2008 Ugo Lequio Nebbiolo Langhe, Nieve, Barbaresco, Piedmont, IT
(Classic Nebbiolo offers a taste of the region without spending the big bucks. Fine tannins, cherry fruit, velvety feel)

Roasted Pork Tenderloin over Mascarpone Polenta with Fig Sauce & Garlic Roasted Green Beans

Fifth Course:
2006 Allegrini Palazzo della Torre Ripasso, Valpolicella, Veneto, IT
(This is a crowd pleasing, rich, velvety smooth deep wine with 30% ripasso grapes. Big bold body with a touch of rustic complexity. Traditional style of Valpolicella. Delicious.)

A slice of Chocolate Cake with Chocolate frosting and a surprise layer in the center. Guess what the secret ingredient is at the tasting?