ENSO Winery — Restaurant in Portland

Let me begin by saying - this is one of my top spots to have wine, but let's go on a journey of that how that came to be true.

This used to be a favorite date spot of mine, and then I avoided it for awhile because I thought the memories were too much... until I realized, how silly!

I'm letting some boring vegan guy named Aaron stop me from having the best wine in town! He doesn't even eat cheese, so it's not like he could begin to appreciate how delicious their Cheese and Charcuterie Board really is!

... and if you're not ready to commit to so much at once, and I mean... I get it, same - then at least pair your glass with a Woodblock Chocolate Bar. Specifically the...

Enso Winery is exactly what you want an urban winery to be: stylish, roomy, and home to some damn good wine. The darkly light, historic industrial space glows at night and feels homey when you sit on the vintage couches. Their house red wine is a bargain at $16 per bottle. The complex, deep flavors can stand up to many of the nearby Willamette Valley wines but at about half the price. The space is big enough to accommodate larger groups without haggling for free chairs from...

I ventured into Enso, unknowingly that I would enjoy the drinks, the atmosphere and the prices! I was pleasantly surprised that the wine was well priced and there was such a great variety! I sat at the bar with a friend, and unlike other bars, I felt as though we could talk without shouting, and ejoy our wine like the others around. The crowd was calm, and a great varray. I had a great time, and really liked the recommendations from the staff, they listened to my likes...