The February edition of Food and Wine Magazine details several outstanding picks from Oregon that may not be on every consumer's radar. One of the recommendations is Ponzi Pinot Gris: "Ponzi, one of Oregon's most respected wineries makes textbook Pinot Gris.That means fresh nectarine and fresh peach flavors and zesty acidity." (Ray Isle, February 2012) Ponzi Pinot Gris is not only a delicious wine, but it is produced in an enviornmentally and socially conscious manner.
This week, taste the Ponzi Chardonnay and Ponzi Chardonnay Reserve side-by-side and explore the differences between the two. Both are made from Chardonnay grapes, yet they vary greatly. Find out why one is fermented in oak barrels, and the other in stainless steel tanks. Open daily, 10-5pm at the Ponzi Estate Tasting Room in Beaverton and the Ponzi Wine Bar in Dundee.
Sommelier Rajat Parr walks through a tasting of great wines for the holidays. Do your own tasting of these wines with a gift pack of 50ml bottles from Tastingroom.com. Right now you can buy the West Coast Pinots wine sampler pack, which includes the 2009 Ponzi Pinot Noir, for just $29.99. Sample six Pinots, then buy your favorites. The wine sampler packs also make great gifts paired with a gift card to Tastingroom.com.
Taste Ponzi and Vietti Dolcettos side-by-side this weekend at the Estate Tasting Room in Beaverton. Learn about why the Ponzi family planted this Italian varietal in the Willamette Valley and their connection to Vietti Winery in the Piedmonte region of Northern Italy. The 2009 Ponzi Dolcetto is a new release and fantastic wine for winter.
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