Ponzi Vineyards Pinot Noir Reserve 2017 (93 VM)
“Glistening ruby-red. Expansive red and dark berry preserve, mocha and cola scents reveal complementary candied rose and baking spice nuances. Palate-coating cherry cola and blackberry flavors are sweetened by a late touch of vanilla. Bitter chocolate and anise notes appear on a long, subtly chewy finish framed by well-integrated tannins. Made with 40% whole clusters and raised in 30% new French oak barrels.”– J.R. 2/22
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Ponzi Vineyards Laurelwood Pinot Noir Reserve 2017
Willamette Valley
Ponzi’s Pinot Noir Reserve is made exclusively from estate fruit, including some of Oregon’s oldest vines. For over 50 years, the Ponzi family has farmed 140 acres of certified sustainable vineyards on Laurelwood soils. Over time, the vines have evolved, with red fruit in their youth giving way to dark berry and brambly spice. The Reserve’s layered complexity make it one of the finest examples of site-expressive Pinot Noir in North America. As Wine Spectator once wrote, “All Oregon Pinot Noirs are measured against the Ponzi yardstick.”
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Chehalem Mountain AVA, Willamette Valley, Oregon
For over 50 years, Ponzi Vineyards has had the honor of being Oregon wine country’s most influential pioneer and contemporary standard bearer. Old vines, organic viticulture, and an uncompromising dedication to excellence distinguish Ponzi as the premier winery in Oregon.
