Ponzi Vineyards Laurelwood Chardonnay
Laurelwood District, Willamette Valley, Oregon
June 16, 2026 - Situated along the Northern ridge of the Chehalem Mountains, the Laurelwood District boasts ancient soils of fractured basalt layered over with a fine, windblown sediment called loess. A decade-long effort by the Ponzis, alongside their neighbors, has resulted in the recognition of Oregon’s first soil-based AVA, the Laurelwood District.
James Suckling - March 15, 2023 "Showing bright Sicilian lemon, white grapefruit, matchstick, apricots and white tea aromas. Clean and deliciously creamy, with a medium to full body and focused finish."
Jeb Dunnuck - September 14, 2023 "A medium yellow hue, the 2021 Chardonnay Laurelwood District is juicy with notes of melon, wet stone, candied citrus, and a rounded touch of oak spice. Medium-bodied, with fresh energy…
Ponzi Vineyards Laurelwood Chardonnay 2022
Laurelwood District
June 16, 2026 - Ponzi’s Laurelwood Chardonnay comes from the family’s original 1970 plantings and other estate vineyards within the Laurelwood District AVA in Oregon’s Chehalem Mountains. The unique Laurelwood soil series—windblown loess atop ancient basalt bedrock—gives the wine its elegance, complexity, and spice notes of white pepper, cardamom, and cola. Ponzi sustainably farms nearly 150 acres, with all vineyards LIVE Certified. The soils and elevation influence the wine’s character, transitioning from red fruit in younger vines to darker, richer flavors as they mature.
James Suckling - December 10, 2024 "A supple mouthfeel, great balance and delicious tree fruit give this wine good generosity and appealing elegance. Crisp green apples, ripe Anjou pears, hints of toast and lemon zest on…
Wine Advocate - July 03, 2024
Jeb Dunnuck - August 12, 2024 "A bright medium yellow color, the 2022 Chardonnay Laurelwood comes from the Laurelwood District and offers notes of salted melon, fresh apples, savory toast, and wet pavement. Approachable and midweight,…
Jeb Dunnuck - August 12, 2024 "A bright medium yellow color, the 2022 Chardonnay Laurelwood comes from the Laurelwood District and offers notes of salted melon, fresh apples, savory toast, and wet pavement. Approachable and midweight,…
Ponzi Vineyards Laurelwood Chardonnay 2021
Laurelwood District
June 16, 2026 - Ponzi’s Laurelwood Chardonnay comes from the family’s original 1970 plantings and other estate vineyards within the Laurelwood District AVA in Oregon’s Chehalem Mountains. The unique Laurelwood soil series—windblown loess atop ancient basalt bedrock—gives the wine its elegance, complexity, and spice notes of white pepper, cardamom, and cola. Ponzi sustainably farms nearly 150 acres, with all vineyards LIVE Certified. The soils and elevation influence the wine’s character, transitioning from red fruit in younger vines to darker, richer flavors as they mature.
James Suckling - March 18, 2023 "Showing bright Sicilian lemon, white grapefruit, matchstick, apricots and white tea aromas. Clean and deliciously creamy, with a medium to full body and focused finish."
Wine Spectator - March 04, 2024 "Rich yet steely, with handsome flavors of pear and apple that build structure and polish toward the spicy finish."
Wine Enthusiast - January 01, 2024 "Yellow apple slices, toasted filbert and dry, crunchy oak leaf aromas make for a fall-like nose. Flavors like white peach and lemon verbena glide along a creamy texture, joined by…
Ponzi Vineyards Tavola Pinot Noir
Willamette Valley, Oregon
June 16, 2026 - Tavola is Ponzi's delicious early release Pinot Noir, a fruit-forward wine with soft tannins, made primarily from younger, lower elevations vines. Meant for early consumption, it is an unbeatable value for quality Pinot Noir.
James Suckling - March 15, 2024 “A bright and juicy pinot with cherries, cranberries, citrus fruit, hibiscus and spices. Medium-bodied, fresh and crunchy on the palate with delicious fruit and a zesty undertone at the end.…
Wine Spectator - June 14, 2024 "Plush and generous, with succulent cherry and raspberry flavors highlighted by orange peel and cinnamon notes. Finishes with snappy tannins."
Ponzi Vineyards Tavola Pinot Noir 2022
Willamette Valley
June 16, 2026 - Tavola Pinot Noir continues the tradition of exceptional quality, made from lower elevation sites and younger vines to emphasize a fruit-forward character with soft tannins. Luisa Ponzi ensures that every wine, including Tavola, meets the highest standards. This Pinot Noir serves as a perfect introduction to Oregon and Willamette Valley wines, offering generous fruit, exotic spice, and floral notes. Bright, textured, and fruity, Tavola delivers great value for Willamette Valley Pinot Noir.
James Suckling - March 14, 2024 "A bright and juicy pinot with cherries, cranberries, citrus fruit, hibiscus and spices. Medium-bodied, fresh and crunchy on the palate with delicious fruit and a zesty undertone at the end.…
Wine Spectator - June 14, 2024 "Plush and generous, with succulent cherry and raspberry flavors highlighted by orange peel and cinnamon notes. Finishes with snappy tannins."
Wine Advocate - December 19, 2024 "The 2022 Pinot Noir Tavola is scented of blackberry jam and blood orange, plus nuances of pipe tobacco and rooibos tea. The medium-bodied palate is bursting with layers of ripe…
