Folin Cellars
Rogue Valley, Oregon
Rogue Valley, Oregon
Get Wild this Valentines Day. We invite you to join us as we sample Folin Cellars wines paired with traditional and nontraditional aphrodisiac treats. For questions or more information please contact Carole at 503.349.9616 or via email at carole@folincellars.com
A truffle smackdown? Forgive my crudeness, but oh, yes, even in the most dignified arenas there are heated comparisons and to some, winners and losers. The big guns of the truffle world - chefs, scientists, sellers and lovers - are gearing up for next week's Oregon Truffle Festival in Eugene, the only such fête in North America.
Not only will the famous Perigords be tested against Oregon's lesser-known whites, but there will also be a quiet battle between the ways in which "the diamonds of the kitchen" are used to elevate a meal. French Chef Jacques Ratier will put on a traditional dinner Friday, Jan. 29. On Saturday afternoon and evening, Oregon chefs - ever so politely - will display their modern methods for teasing out the glorified mushroom's delicate flavors.
Who will win? Festival participants. During the three-day trufflefest, they will get to roll up their sleeves for a cooking class, follow dogs on a hunt for the culinary treasures growing on the roots of Douglas Fir trees and shop at a marketplace with vendors selling books, wine, oils and, of course, those pricy nuggets.
But before we talk about the festival's cultivation seminar, growers' forum, truffle forays, farm tours, receptions, winery luncheons, formal dinners, and, of course, the ultra-passionate advocates - who would have thought truffles could be so controversial? - let's focus briefly on the wine. Because everyone knows, a truffle without a great wine is like a pretty girl without a smile.
Be warned: These words will tempt you. So, follow your instincts and succumb to the festival. But don't hesitate. Tickets for some of the experiences and the Grand Truffle Dinner on Saturday are still available. But the clock is ticking. Tickets won't be sold at the event.
Friday's Opening Ceremony
Effervescent food writer Michael Sanders will read passages from his books on chefs, farmers, fishermen, restaurateurs and winemakers and speak about truffle tasting and hunting in France and Maine, where he now lives. Accompanying his thoughts will be Domaine Meriwether's non-vintage Brut Cuvee made with Willamette Valley Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.
Friday's La Récréation Dinner
Imagine what a chef could create if he could gambol near his home and find splendid black truffles, foie gras, duck breast, goat cheeses, saffron? French chef Jacques Ratier, who is charged with presenting a traditional French truffle dinner the first night of the truffle festival, has the resources and experience he needs to create a masterpiece. He's worked in noble kitchens including Roger Vergé's Le Moulin de Mougins. In 1993, he and his wife Noelle opened La Récréation restaurant in the Lot region famous for its vin de Cahors. (The chef, his wife and their restaurant are the subject of Sanders' book "From Here, You Can't See Paris: Seasons of a French Village and Its Restaurant.")
Ratier will be working with Rocky Maselli, executive chef of Marché in Eugene, to create Friday's dinner.
Folin Cellars, with a winery and vineyards in Gold Hill, will be pouring its 2007 Estate Viognier.
"This is the first time we have participated in the festival," says Carole Stevens, The Rogue Valley winery's sales and marketing expert who will be attending with winemaker Rob Folin. "We feel that Oregon truffles and Oregon wines are a special culinary treat."
This is the fourth time that Domaine Meriwether in Veneta has participated in the festival. In addition to the reception's sparkling wine, Domaine Meriwether owner Ed (Buzz) Kawders was asked by Chef Maselli to pour a bold 2005 Pinot Noir at the La Recreation dinner. Regrettably, Kawders adds, he will miss the Friday night festivities in which his wines will star because he's attending the Eugene Symphony's gala (he serves on the board). "However, my wife and I along with two guests will be in attendance for the Grand Dinner on Saturday," he says.
Did we hear a sigh?
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Prices start at $385 per couple, all inclusive, for the Garden Suite with Queen Size Bed.
Lithia Springs also has Irish Cottages and English Cottages, king beds, available as upgrades. There are two person, hot mineral water tubs in almost every room at Lithia Springs. The water come from deep below the property from Lithia's Artesian Mineral Water Source.
Beat The Crowds! Our annual Pre Thanksgiving Open House is your first chance to sample new releases, visit with Winemaker Rob Folin and snack on specialty hors d' oeures.
Join Us at Our Two Great Locations: Enjoy gourmet hors d'oeuvres and sample current releases of Viognier, Tempranillo and Syrah. Plus don't miss your chance to purchase our very limited production Estate Grenache and futures of our highly anticipated Petite Sirah. Come early to ensure availability.
Enology 101: Join us as we partner with the wineries of the Upper Rogue including Agate Ridge, Crater Lake Cellars and Del Rio for the November Second Saturday Event: Enology 101.
Enlighten your sense of smell by learning to identify the signature scents in Folin Cellars wines.
Come Celebrate Southern Oregon Wines: You are invited to enjoy an exciting array of Southern Oregon wines, which are receiving national acclaim. Many wine writers are saying, "Go now before the word gets out!" On November 1st, Southern Oregon is bringing the best it has to offer to Portland: Albarino, Viognier, Pinot Gris, Roussanne, Syrah, Tempranillo, Zinfandel, Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and other eclectic, red blends.
Spend the day exploring the four wineries of the Upper Rogue region. Each winery provides a fun theme for the day. Enter drawings at each location. Vote for your favorite "Women's Choice" Wine.
We knew he could make wine, now come and test Rob's culinary skills (hint: they are almost as good as his winemaking skills). Family style meal prepared from fresh seasonal ingredients. Dinner limited to 16 guests. First Come First Served Basis, Email carole@folincellars.com -or- call 503-349-9616 to reserve your space
Carlton's Walk in the Park, a benefit for local charities, combines fabulous artists and musicians with outstanding local restaurants and wineries for one magical August weekend in Yamhill County's wine country. Wennerberg Park, Carlton, Oregon / Admission $15. Free Parking.
Visit the Website: www.carltonswalkinthepark.com
Email: info[at]carltonswalkinthepark[dot]com
Phone: 503.852.6572
Please plan on joining us as we open the doors of our new estate winery facility to the public for the first time!
Along with the vineyard and valley views, we invite you to enjoy samples of our current releases, winery tours & hors d'oeuvres.
If you are joining us from outside the area, feel free to contact Carole at 503.349.9616 or via email at carole[at]folincellars[dot]com for lodging and other area information.
Do you Facebook? Follow the progress of our winery as we get ready to open to the public. To become a fan of Folin Cellars, click here >> Folin Cellars on Facebook!
Join Us For A Sneak Peak at our Upcoming New Releases. Be one of the first to sample our 2007 Viognier and 2006 Tempranillo.
Enjoy samples of Viognier, Tempranillo Rose, Estate Tempranillo and Syrah. $5 tasting fee, free for Ambassador Club members & their guests
VIP Memorial Tasting, $20 / person + Gourmet hors d'oeuvres
4 Wineries, One Great Price Join our neighbors: Barking Frog, Cliff Creek and Utopia for a special Memorial Day gathering.
Rob has found a new hobby... Well lets call it an obsession. Oregon White Truffles.
We invite you to join us for a family style meal made from freshly harvested Oregon White Truffles and other native ingredients. See why we love this rare Oregon gem paired with Folin Cellars wines and some other treats from our cellar.
First Come First Served Basis, Email carole@folincellars.com -or- call 503-349-9616 to reserve your space.
Join Us for the release of our 2008 Tempranillo Rose. What better way to welcome Spring than with Pink wine! Remember, those wearing pink receive an additional 5% discount.
The winery was designed to facilitate high end wine making while still having architectural interest. Our 3 barrel caves and main work space are located 10 feet underground to reduce the energy needed to heat and cool the facility. The harvest deck is at ground level which allows us to process our fruit to the main level by gravity instead of using must pumps.
The spacious tasting room overlooks the scenic Sam's Valley and is surrounded by our Estate Vineyards. Our creative energy was focused on the design of the tasting room to create an inviting environment. From the stained concrete floors to the 20 foot open beam ceilings, the room was created to capture the natural light of the region while highlighting the craftsmanship of the building. Visitors are encouraged to explore the grounds and take in the vineyard views and wildlife that regularly pass through the property.
A gourmet reception and dinner on Friday evening, followed by a 2008 Syrah barrel sampling the next afternoon and, to cap it all off, a Grand Syrah Tasting and Benefit Silent Auction in the late afternoon. McMenamin's Edgefield, Troutdale, Oregon Click here for more details.
Folin Cellars is proud to present our response to the current economic situation. Here's how it works:
Introducing: Stimulus AKA "Veto" Pinot Noir. We purchased a small amount of Pinot Noir from the Eola Amity AVA to produce our "Stimulus Package." To reward our customers we are offering this awesome wine at a ridiculous price!
This wine will be gone before you know it! If you are not able to join us this weekend for the Stimulus release be sure to call or email to place your order.
Showcasing the area's finest chefs, vintners and artists. Hosted by Ken Wright Cellars. Click here for more details
We will be featuring all the things we love: Gourmet Cheese and Chocolate Fondues, Current Releases of Viognier, Tempranillo and Syrah.
Come early and stay late, Rob is known to pull out some of his personal favorites from the back room after the sun goes down!
Starting today we encourage you to share Folin Cellars wines with your friends, and in return have the chance to have us replace the bottle you drank.
Here is how it works: Now thru January 2nd we want you to snap a photo of you and your friends celebrating the holiday season with Folin Cellars wines. For the first 12 photos we receive with your friends and Folin Cellars wine in the picture we will replace the bottle you and your friends enjoyed! Plus, we will chose one photo and double the bottle in the photo. (Creativity is encouraged)
Logistics:
The Wait Is Over! Folin Cellars is proud to offer limited memberships in The Ambassador Club.
Folin Cellars "Ambassadors" are unique representatives of our small, family owned winery. With limited membership opportunities Ambassadors will receive personal, one of a kind experiences. From vine to wine we strive to enhance each member's enjoyment and surpass expectations. We invite you to become part of our family.
Enjoy samples of our current release selections including: 2006 Viognier, 2005 Tempranillo & 2006 Syrah, Plus some surprises from the cellar. . .
LIMITED OPPORTUNITY! Celebrate the release of our 2005 Reserve Tempranillo. This is a limited production wine (50 cases) that will be sold on a first come first served basis in 6 bottle increments only. Don't miss your opportunity to own this special wine.
Experience the fun array of wines from 28 Southern Oregon wineries including Folin Cellars. Enjoy over 100 different wines, including delicious varietals such as Albarino, Roussanne, Tempranillo, Malbec, Cab Franc, and many more!
Participating Wineries: Abacela, Agate Ridge Vineyard, Brandborg Winery, Bridgeview Winery, Carpenter Hill Vineyard, Cliff Creek Wines, Daisy Creek Vineyards, Eden Vale Winery, Folin Cellars, Foris Vineyards, Giradet Wine Cellars, Henry Estate Winery, Jacksonville Vineyard, Longsword Vineyard, Madrone Mountain Vineyard, Misty Oaks Vineyard, Pebble Stone Cellars, Rocky Knoll Vineyard, RoxyAnn Winery, Schmidt Family Vineyards, Sienna Ridge Estate, Spangler Vineyards, Troon Vineyard, Valley View Winery, Weisinger's Winery, Wooldridge Creek Winery, Volcano Vineyards
Test your palate with wines from 4 major valleys on the West Coast. Join Utopia Vineyards, Folin Cellars, Barking Frog Winery and Cliff Creek Cellars in Historic Downtown Carlton for a specialized food and wine experience. All wines will be paired with handcrafted cuisine created by chef Brad Powers featuring logical ingredients. Enjoy West main Street in Downtown Carlton with one stop!
To purchase your tickets please call Cliff Creek Cellars Thursday thru Monday at 503.852.0089
