Quinta do Paral Portugal Wine Dinner

Thu, 19 Mar, 2026 at 06:30 pm UTC-04:00

1106 Wealthy St SE, Grand Rapids, MI, United States, Michigan 49506 | Grand Rapids

Louise Earl Butcher
Publisher/HostLouise Earl Butcher
Quinta do Paral Portugal Wine Dinner
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Join us on March 19, as we host Christel Gaillard of Quinta do Paral, for our Portugal Wine Dinner.
Located near Vidigueira, in Alentejo, Portugal, Quinta do Paral’s story reaches back more than three centuries. Its name—rooted in an ancestral pear orchard—first appeared in 1703. Over time, the estate passed through the hands of noble families including the Viscount of Esperança, the Count of Palma, and the Countess of Santar.
Its current chapter began in 2017, when entrepreneur Dieter Morszeck acquired the property, and reimagined the estate with deep respect for Alentejo culture. Working alongside winemaker Luís Morgado Leão, Morszeck transformed Quinta do Paral into a family-run project, rooted in environmental sustainability, old-vine preservation, and an unwavering commitment to the local terroir. Today, the estate produces award-winning wines and exceptional olive oils, honouring Vidigueira’s agricultural legacy while elevating it for a new generation of wine lovers.
To accompany the wines, we have put together a six-course menu, highlighting the cuisine of Portugal:
First Course: Octopus Empanada
Served with a seafood bolognese
Wine Pairing: Colheita Branco Reserva 2018, Alentejo
Second Course: Spiced Cod Terrine
Served over a Portuguese salad
Wine Pairing: Colheita Seleccionada Branco 2019, Alentejo
Third Course: Arroz de Pato
Portugeuese duck rice, served with morcilla, linguica, and duck sausages
Wine Pairing: Colheita Seleccionada Tinto 2018, Alentejo
Fourth Course: Carne di Purco a Alentejana
Piri piri-marinated pork and fresh clams
Wine Pairing: Reserva Tinto 2021, Alentejo
Fifth Course: Cheese Course
Wine Pairing: Vinhas Velha Tinto 2020, Alentejo
Sixth Course: Portuguese Bacon Pudding
Coffee and tea service
When designing our menus, we do our best to be mindful of common allergens and food restrictions. If you have specific questions, please reach out to us at the shop.
Cancellation Policy:
All purchases are final and nonrefundable. You may transfer your ticket to another person.
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