Sokol Blosser WInery at Jackalope Grill
WINEMAKER DINNER
Thursday, July 17, 2025
6-9 pm
Jackalope Grill
750 NW Lava Rd. Ste. 139, Bend OR
Tickets: $150/person
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Passed App
Scallops
Pan seared scallops, parsnip puree, saffron oil, fresh chive
In your glass: 2022 Sokol Blosser Bluebird Cuvee Brut Sparkling
First Course
Foie Gras PB&J
Pan seared foie gras, Marcona nut butter, fig jam and toasted brioche
In your glass: 2021 Sokol Blosser Orchard Block Pinot Noir
Second Course
Micro Green Salad
Dandelion greens, sunflower, pea shoot and bulls blood micro greens, English cucumber, radish, dill, lemon vinaigrette
In your glass: 2024 Sokol Blosser Dundee Hills Estate Rosé of Pinot Noir
Third Course
Truffle Lobster Ravioli
Hand-made black truffle ravioli stuffed with lemon goat cheese, white wine cream sauce, lobster claws
In your glass: 2023 Sokol Blosser Willamette Valley Estate Chardonnay
Fourth Course
Spare Rib and Polenta
Braised bison spare rib, parmesan polenta, bison-huckleberry demi glaze
In your glass: 2019 Sokol Blosser Goosepen Block Estate Pinot Noir
Fifth Course
Cardamom Cake
Lemon-cardamom cake, bee pollen butter creme frosting, strawberry jam
In your glass: Sokol Blosser Sparkling Rosé of Pinot Noir
DISCOVER SOKOL BLOSSER WINERY
When Susan Sokol and Bill Blosser planted their first vines in the Dundee Hills AVA of the Willamette Valley 1971, there was no wine industry in Oregon. Sokol Blosser has grown and prospered as a family-owned and run operation, and is proud to have a hand in developing and shaping Oregon’s now prominent wine industry.
Sokol Blosser creates wines of world class quality that are produced sustainably, mindful of the environment, and express the distinctive flavors of their hillside vineyards.
Meet Winemaker ROBIN HOWELL
After earning a degree in genetics, Robin Howell took an internship in a winery quality control lab…and never looked back. She traveled the globe, gaining experience with both large and small scale winemaking operations on the south island of New Zealand. She also explored winemaking in the South of France near the village of Limoux, producing a diversity of wines including bubbles (one of her favorite styles of wine). She joined Sokol Blosser in 2012 as an enologist and was elevated to Winemaker in 2023.
Meet Chef JOSH PODWILS
Chef Josh Podwils is a Bend, Oregon native with a passion for creating not just a meal, but an experience. His culinary journey includes time as a private chef and years spent transforming local restaurant kitchens, elevating both their menus and operations. Now proudly leading a kitchen that carries his name as Executive Chef, Josh brings refined technique, seasonal ingredients, and thoughtful presentation together to craft dishes that leave a lasting impression. Every plate he creates reflects his dedication to flavor, hospitality, and the art of storytelling through food.
About Jackalope Grill
The Jackalope Grill is a culinary sanctuary in the heart of downtown Bend, blending rustic charm with refined hospitality. The vibe is intimate yet relaxed—perfect for romantic evenings, celebrations, or quiet moments over a glass of wine. Whether you’re dining in the cozy dining room or under the twinkling lights of the courtyard, The Jackalope Grill radiates the heart and soul of Bend: community-focused, creative, and unforgettably genuine.
Proceeds from Cork & Barrel events benefit KIDS Center, Central Oregon's nonprofit working to end child abuse.
