Overview
BISTRO TABLE FOR TWO
APPROACHMENT WINES WINEMAKER'S DINNER
SEPTEMBER 10TH - 6:00-9:00 pm
Enjoy a multiple-course meal while seated with one other person at a bistro table at a Winemaker's Dinner.
Highlights
Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the art of food and wine. This immersive, demonstration-style dinner invites you into the kitchen for a front-row seat as our chef prepares a five-course seasonal menu, each dish thoughtfully paired with wines that bring out the best in every bite.
Throughout the evening, you'll gain insight into the creative process behind each course—from the sourcing of ingredients to the techniques used to bring out bold, fresh flavors. Each wine pairing is introduced with stories and tasting notes that connect the glass to the plate, deepening your appreciation for both.
Whether you're a seasoned wine enthusiast or simply love a good meal shared in good company, this dinner is designed to delight your senses and spark inspiration. Come hungry, curious, and ready to raise a glass.
Location
The Kitchen at Middleground Farms
About the Winery
Our guests will be Jessica and Paden West, Owners & Winemakers
ABOUT APPROACHMENT WINES
JESSICA
For over a decade, Jessica served as co-Winemaker at Harper Voit, where she helped craft some of the Willamette Valley’s most thoughtful small-production wines for clients like Eminent Domaine, Five Fourteen Vineyards, and Moffett Vineyards. In 2025, she stepped away to focus fully on Approachment Wines—where they focus on precision, creativity, and integrity.
PADEN
After graduating, Paden was offered an Assistant Winemaker position for highly acclaimed winemaker Isabelle Muenier of LAVINEA at the Carlton Winemaker’s Studio, managed by Anthony King – now both mentors. After 6 years, Paden accepted the Winemaker position at Failla Oregon, working with Ehren Jordan. in 2022, Paden became head Winemaker for Benza Vineyards, crafting Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Sparkling wines in the Laurelwood District, AVA. While Paden is Winemaker for Lytle-Barnett and Aubaine, Approachment still lives at Benza along with winemaking clients.
Approachment is now the continuation of each career path combined into a joint expression of Jessica and Paden’s combined talents, skill sets, palates, and creative outbursts.
They may or may not occasionally get into a heated disagreement when it comes to blending…
What does the future hold? Well…they’ll just have to find out together.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions? Answers may be found on our Frequently Asked Questions page! Or reach out to Jean directly at jean@middlegroundfarms.com