Here is a guide to our favorite Portland wine shops Last update 1/4/18While many wine bars like Bar Avignon are gaining in popularity and exposure, Portland Oregon wine shops often fly under the radar of the public. Big retail stores like Fred Meyer’s, Zupan’s, New Seasons and even Trader Joe’s carry large international and domestic producers, but the small shops often … [Read more...] about Guide to Portland Oregon Wine Shops
News Stories Relating to Alcoholic Beverages
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Widmer Pub Temporarily Closing for Remodel
Widmer Brothers Pub has announced they will be temporarily closing their restaurant located on North Russell Street, March 17th and March 24th through 27th. The remodel is part of a series of initiatives to celebrate the brewery’s 30th Anniversary. Beyond a major cosmetic renovation – one that hasn’t been done since the pub opened its doors in 1996 – the remodel will further … [Read more...] about Widmer Pub Temporarily Closing for Remodel
Reader Survey 2013: Best Beer Bar in Portland
The results have shuffled in the 2013 vote for Best Beer Bar in Portland Oregon. When I was in college, a nearby restaurant which went by the unfortunate nickname of "The Refectory" which was immediately renamed "The Rat Factory" by students - for good reason, had a list of 150 beers (I think that was the number). When I turned 21 I managed to make it through the list in six … [Read more...] about Reader Survey 2013: Best Beer Bar in Portland
Is Wine-tasting Junk Science?
I've often been disappointed by a highly-rated wine. At the same time, I've found wines at the other end of the judging scale that I really liked. Over the years, it seems that my palate can vary from day to day, which can be really annoying when I open bottles of wine over a few weeks, and less impressed than before.I thought it was just me, but when I was viewing the … [Read more...] about Is Wine-tasting Junk Science?
Reader Survey 2013: Best Wine Shop in Portland
Lots of wine shops come and go from the bottom of this list every year, but the top three always seem to be the same. New to the list this year is CorksCru on NW Broadway. The percentage spread between the top three is tightening, and they are all firmly entrenched at the head of the list.2012: Cork Wine Shop, Liner & Elsen Wine Merchant, Vino Wine Shop, Vinopolis Wine … [Read more...] about Reader Survey 2013: Best Wine Shop in Portland