Cooper Mountain Vineyards

The very old Pinot Noir and Chardonnay vines at Cooper Mountain were planted by Dr. Bob Gross and his wife Corinne back in 1978. At first, the family sold grapes from the Old Vines Vineyard to other wineries. They began making their own Cooper Mountain wines in 1987 and were early adopters of organic and biodynamic farming practices, earning certificates from Oregon Tilth and Demeter. Today the family farms five estate vineyards and daughter Barbara is at the helm. We’ll gather at the long table to dine in the splendor of the Willamette Valley and savor wines that reflect the family’s deep commitment to the soil. Meanwhile, guest chef Heather Kintler will craft the evening’s meal in the field kitchen. Before opening Normandie, Heather spent 16 years as Executive Sous Chef at The Veritable Quandary (or VQ), one of Portland’s oldest and most beloved restaurants. She also spent time as Sous Chef & Co-Farm Manager at Side Yard Farm & Kitchen, where she developed an even deeper appreciation for thoughtfully grown produce and root-to-stem vegetable cooking. Normandie is a seafood-centric bistro that celebrates the abundance of the PNW — combining simple ingredients with bold flavors and elevated techniques. We can’t wait to see what she cooks up between the vines for us.