Three Food and Wine Pairings to Try Right Now
There is no question that food and wine belong together. When the perfect match is made, they simply bring out the best in one another.
Bentley’s wine steward, Mark Jacklich, is always happy to offer his insight and experience when you are selecting the perfect wine to accompany your dining selection from our menu ‐ or to sip while relaxing in our wine lounge. Let Mark help you choose from our robust wine selection that caters to every taste and every occasion.
Korean Chicken Lettuce Wraps & Brooks Riesling
Our popular Korean Chicken Lettuce Wraps have a spice component that pairs nicely with a Riesling. This appetizer features chicken marinated in garlic and chili then crispy fried and tossed in a savory Korean BBQ sauce. The dish is then topped with house made spicy cucumber Kimchi and sesame seeds. Kimchi is a traditional fermented Korean side dish made of vegetables with a variety of seasonings. It is often described as spicy and sour.
The wine paring Mark suggests with this dish is a dry Brooks Riesling.
With flavors of Bartlet pear, honey and lemon, this wine is medium bodied with great acidity and a dry finish that makes it a perfect counter part to the complex flavors of the Korean Chicken Lettuce Wrap.
Carlton Cellars Sauvignon Blanc with Oregon Rockfish
The moist, flavorful Rockfish fillet topped with parmesan-herbed bread crumbs pairs nicely with a light, crisp sauvignon blanc. We recommend a glass of Carlton Cellars Sauvignon Blanc. With subtle notes of fruit and citrus, this dry wine is a great way to enjoy this popular local dish served with lemon beurre blanc, risotto and seasonal vegetables.
Witness Tree “Chainsaw” Pinot Noir & Harissa Steak Salad
The medium bodied Witness Tree “Chainsaw” Pinot Noir offers lovely fruit flavors as it evokes the aromas of fresh berries and dried herbs. This wine is an ideal pairing with a our ever popular, “Harissa Steak Salad”, a dish comprised of grilled romaine hearts topped with Harissa (a spicy chile sauce from North Africa) marinated steak, capers, roasted red peppers, feta cheese, toasted almonds & red wine vinaigrette.
