Portland Won’t Be Losing a Fabulous Champagne Bar After All | Eater Portland

"Although its original owner, David Speer, decided to sell and move to Hood River, Ambonnay is now in the capable hands of Michael Knisley, a Champagne fanatic from New Orleans who wants regulars to have the same experience and plans to keep the spot largely as it is. A few Oregon sparkling wines may join the program, but the Champagne isn’t going anywhere, and neither is the truffle popcorn. The bar closed briefly for the transition, and Knisley hopes to reopen with minimal downtime—just a fresh coat of paint—and have the Champagne back in front of people by Thursday, September 26." - Alex Frane