BH: 86

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WS: 91

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ST: 88

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Ponzi Vineyards Pinot Noir Willamette Valley Reserve 2004

Winemaker's Notes:

Behind every bottle of Ponzi Pinot Noir is nearly four decades of winemaking discovery and innovation in the Willamette Valley. The trademark Ponzi style is based on our intimate vineyard knowledge; our gentle, attentive processes; and the artistry of barrel selection as we create the most stunning blends.

Region: USA » Oregon » Willamette Valley

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Winery: Ponzi Vineyards

Color: Red

Varietal: Pinot Noir

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Ponzi Vineyards:

Founded in 1970 in Oregon's lush Willamette Valley, Ponzi Vineyards is internationally acclaimed for producing some of the World's finest Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc, Chardonnay and White Riesling, as well as Arneis and Dolcetto, two rare Italian varietals. For nearly four decades, wine pioneers Dick and Nancy Ponzi have set the standard for Oregon's viticultural innovation while maintaining an unwavering commitment to a tradition of winemaking excellence. Today, this philosophy is carried on by the Ponzi Family's second generation: Winemaker Luisa Ponzi, Director of Sales and Marketing Maria Ponzi Fogelstrom and Director of Operations Michel Ponzi. All 120 acres of family-owned vineyards in the Northern Willamette Valley are LIVE Certified Sustainable, the world's highest standard for sustainable viticulture. Ponzi Vineyards continues to hold long-term contracts with many of the best growers in the region. Driven by the concept that the variety must match the terroir and climate, Ponzi Vineyards continues to set the standard for Oregon and remains at the forefront of the nation's top wine producers. Today, the winery and vineyards are operated under the same guiding principles with second-generation winemaker Luisa Ponzi at the helm. Luisa has produced the wines since 1993, using her classic Burgundian style. Read less

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Member Reviews for Ponzi Vineyards Pinot Noir Willamette Valley Reserve

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neubs

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12/20/2008

Flat, not good. Must have been a bad bottle because this was very good when I tasted it at the winery.

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lwheiland

03/11/2011

My husband and I found this wine totally by accident on a trip to Oregon wine country in 2007. It was amazing! We were able to score four bottles at a little wine tasting venue in the airport and they brought it through security for us. Holding it still but will probably open this weekend! :-)

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External Reviews for Ponzi Vineyards Pinot Noir Willamette Valley Reserve

Source: Premier Wine & Spirits

01/26/2012

Lithe and juicy, with pretty blackberry, boysenberry and plum flavors that dance over ultrafine tannins. Finishes with real finesse. Drink now through 2012.

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Source: Premier Wine & Spirits

01/26/2012

Complex scents suggests water, dried cherry, raspberry and baking chocolate. In the mouth, itrsquo;s tight, compact and stylish. I love the details, the hints of earth and bark, and the rich vein of berry. The barrel flavors are well integrated and matched the firm tannins.

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Source: Premier Wine & Spirits

01/26/2012

This wine has been critically acclaimed for decades for its sensual aromas and elegant intensity and depth. It boasts layers of red fruit, hints of spice and a long, graceful finish.

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