Your Oregon Wine Concierge – Rare Oregon Pinots that just arrived
28th March 2013
Filed under: Wines
Featuring rare Oregon Pinots from 2009 and 2010.
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High end Pinot, entry level price!
11th March 2013
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Less than 1,000 cases made of the 2009 Oracle Vineyard Pinot Noir, this micro winery is one of my local favorites.
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Your Oregon Wine Concierge- Pinot Noir Values!
25th February 2013
Filed under: Wines
The countdown begins! We have just a few cases left in stock of this crowd favorite, so time is of the essence.
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Library Wines. What are they, and why should I buy them?
18th February 2013
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Is it worth it? Well, as with all wine tasting, that will be up to personal preference… We think it does seem to “up” the tasting experience to a whole new echelon of fragrance, taste, color, and these amazing changes add a sense of adventure and history all in one bottle.
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1999 Beaux Freres just added to our cellar!
8th February 2013
Filed under: Vintners, Wines, What's New
A quote from Mike Etzel, “A vintage hailed by wine pundits as a great one for Oregon Pinot Noir. It was a year of relatively high yields (even for us) and a spectacular growing year followed by very good harvest conditions.”
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Rave Reviews for Ponzi Single Vineyards
2010 Ponzi Aurora Chardonnay- top scoring white wine in the February issue of Wine Spectator!
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Half bottles - We’ve Restocked!
6th January 2013
Filed under: Wines, What's New
So, you gave away all your half bottles during the holiday frenzy did you?! And, now it’s Tuesday night and your pasta primavera is begging for a glass or two of Pinot Noir… and so are you. We’ve just restocked our extensive selection of half bottles from around the Willamette Valley, including some brand new releases! Check out this incredible list of our current inventory…
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Andrew’s Top 6 Wines of 2012
5th January 2013
Filed under: Vintners, Wines, What's New
Here’s to another wonderful year filled with new discoveries for all of us!
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Half bottles, the Perfect Stocking Stuffer for Holiday “Cheers”
2nd December 2012
Filed under: Wines, What's New
Looking for a stocking stuffer that will knock their socks off? We have the most extensive selection of half bottles from around the Willamette Valley! Check out this incredible list of our current inventory… We’ll offer a 10% discount on mixed cases!
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Beaux Freres Deal!
30th August 2012
Filed under: Wines
Lively flavors evoke huckleberry, black raspberry & sassafras. The explosion dances on and on, finishing with a mouthful of rich, concentrated yet superbly balanced fruit. Mind blowing stuff that will equally please those just getting into Pinot Noir as well as aficionados!
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Two Incredible Finds!
21st August 2012
Filed under: Wines
These two wines really blew me away! Both have some serious pedigree behind them, and both represent incredible values. That’s the real beauty of discovering a new label that’s under the radar; often, but not always, you can get a real deal. Here’s the scoop:
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Doris and Hillary recap our visit to Cameron Winery
9th August 2012
Filed under: Vintners, Wines, What's New
…luscious, expressive wine.
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Rare 2008 Ponzi Abetina Pinot Noir is back, but only a few six-packs available
18th June 2012
Filed under: Wines, Vineyard Video Series
Abetina as a single vineyard designate has only been bottled five times in forty years…
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Six Oregon Wines You (and your wallet) Will Love
8th June 2012
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Attention Owen Roe Fans - Your Oregon Wine Concierge Newsletter
If you’ve imbibed Owen Roe wines before, you’ll likely have vivid memories of luscious wines that deliver a one-two punch of power and personality. In short, they over deliver for the gorgeous packaging that all of their wines are enveloped in and, of course, for the quality of wine in the bottle. (Be sure not to miss the Yakima Red blend offer toward the bottom! The price has never been this low.)
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An Oregon Original: Our tour and taste with Winemaker Adam Campbell of Elk Cove Vineyards
Our monthly staff tasting landed us at Elk Cove Vineyards this time, Oregon’s first vineyard planted in the Yamhill-Carlton viticultural area.
Six Wines: You’ll Wonder Why They’re $35 and Under
24th April 2012
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As always, feel free to mix and match a case to get our discount!
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An aged beauty!
22nd March 2012
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Six Fine Oregon Wines Under $29
22nd March 2012
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Ancient History 101 with Josh Bergstrom
20th March 2012
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Picking a favorite wine from the beautiful line up we tried is really tough for me. I enjoyed every one of them!
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Pure Heaven from ’07 with de Lancellotti Estate Pinot Noir
In the glass, the aroma of fresh cherry pie makes for a beautiful introduction, and the palate follows with delicate minerality, smoke, and spice.
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Single Vineyard Walter Scott Wines Nail It!
24th February 2012
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What’s especially attractive about these wines is the absolutely spot-on way they showcase the beautiful soils beneath the vines.
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Six Priceless Pinots Under $35
22nd February 2012
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Six Picks from our Assistant Wine Bar Manager Jillian.
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A classic Oregon Pinot kicks off our holiday weekend!
17th February 2012
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The Next Thomas?
16th February 2012
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Last week, Jim Maresh paid me a visit with his 2010 signature Pinot Noir from his family’s old vine vineyard. As we talked in detail about the wines, I just couldn’t shake the thought of how similar his 2010 Arterberry Maresh Maresh Vineyard Pinot Noir was to Thomas.
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Oregon Wine Concierge- Stellar 2007s
3rd February 2012
Filed under: Wines
Something incredible has just been offered to us and I wanted to be sure to extend the offer to you.
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Oregon Wine Concierge 1/26/12 - 2009 Ponzi Pinot Noir Reserve
26th January 2012
Filed under: Wines, What's New
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Experiencing excellence at the source!
14th January 2012
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When it comes to sparkling wine, patience is a virtue.
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Oregon Pinot Noir Verticals and Cellar Selections!
13th December 2011
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Captivating wines from the effervescent crew at Cameron Winery!
2nd December 2011
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Legendary wines at rock bottom prices.
8th November 2011
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A Dusky Goose retrospective, 2002-2009!
12th August 2011
Filed under: Vintners, Wines, What's New, Press
What a line-up of wine!
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Great value Pinot Noirs!
15th July 2011
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Oregon Wine Concierge 6-23-11
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Oregon Wine Concierge 5-18-11
18th May 2011
Filed under: Vintners, Wines, What's New
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All hail the Queen!
16th February 2011
Filed under: Vintners, Wines, What's New
These two wines deliver that hard-to come-by combo in spades!
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Experiencing a legendary wine!
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Pre-Thanksgiving open house!
17th November 2010
Filed under: Vintners, Wines, What's New
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1994 Ponzi Pinot Noir Reserve
30th October 2010
Filed under: Wines
This vintage was known for low yields and great concentration of flavors
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‘94 Beaux Freres still alive and well!
Showing hints of black truffle and sweet bay, yet the sweetness of the fruit was very much intact! Bravo to the team at Beaux Freres!!
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Oregon Wine Concierge 9-28-10
The Ponzi Pinot Noir Reserve is finally back on our shelves. As you know, this is the rarest Pinot Noir in our portfolio every year…
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Oregon Wine Concierge 5-12-10
Drum roll, please! The Arneis has officially been RELEASED!! Read about: 2009 PONZI VINEYARDS ARNEIS and 2008 AYOUB DUNDEE HILLS PINOT NOIR
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Oregon Wine Concierge 4-1-10
This past week, Robert Parker’s the Wine Advocate chose our signature Pinot Noir as his pick of the day….
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Oregon Wine Concierge 3-17-10
17th March 2010
Filed under: Wines
Ever since Tyson Crowley has taken the plunge and finally produced his own wine, we’ve admired the firm stance that he absolutely will not comprise the style of wine that he wants to put into the bottle. As he told the story of how he arrived at this wine, he quietly admitted that there was another barrel of Pinot
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2008 Evening Land Oregon Pinot Noir
A Ponzi Wine Bar exclusive!! One of Burgundies most infamous winemakers, Dominique Lafon, created quite a stir when he branched out and agreed to consult for wines made from Oregon’s renowned Seven Springs Vineyard under the label, Evening Land Vineyards. In fact, ELV also approached Dominique to help out with projects in California and his response was something to the effect of, “I only have interest in making wine in one other place other than Burgundy; OREGON!” How cool is that!!?
This wine is something that Mr. Lafon refers to as, “Pour ma goule” or, loosely translated, “for my gullet” —In other words, what this star studded winemaker would drink at home with his family and share with friends; a superstar’s house pour, if you will. It is, in a word, incredible. Perfumed, floral aromatics, creamy texture and wonderful earthy nuances that only add to an amazing amount of complexity. This is the steal of the century!!
$25/Btl – $270/Case, includes a 10% case discount
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Visit to Grand Cru Estates & Solena Cellars – 11/12/09
10th December 2009
Filed under: Vintners, Wines, What's New
This is what we all live for!
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I just tasted the 2007 Shea Wine Cellars East Hill Pinot Noir!
20th October 2009
Filed under: Vintners, Wines, What's New
All the intensity and spice that you’d expect from his acclaimed vineyard..
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Your Oregon Wine Concierge Newsletter, September 2009
25th September 2009
Filed under: Vintners, Wines, What's New
Greetings fellow Oregon wine lover!
This time around, I thought I’d feature some lovely new Pinot Noirs, and also tell you about some other varietal new releases that we’re very excited about. Hey, occasionally we all like to mix it up and drink something other than Pinot, right?
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Cristom visit – September 17, 2009
What an amazing morning with Cristom winemaker Steve Doerner!
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The Ponzi Wine Bar crew visits Patty Green, spring 2009
12th September 2009
Filed under: Vintners, Wines, What's New
Wow, what a morning…
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Your Oregon Wine Concierge Newsletter, May 2009
2nd May 2009
Filed under: Wines
OK, I’ve been waxing poetically about this wine since early winter when it really started to unfold, unwind and show its inner beauty. I told Luisa Ponzi a few weeks back that this wine encompasses everything that I love about Pinot Noir! Intense, pretty rose pedal nose, silky smooth tannins and spot on acidity that integrates perfectly with the creamy, sweet black fruit.
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Your Oregon Wine Concierge Newsletter, February 2009
3rd February 2009
Filed under: Wines
Calling All Sparkling Wine Lovers!*
2003 Soter Beacon Vineyards Beacon Hill Brut Rose
In my book, there’s no better way to celebrate than with a flute filled with pink bubbles. This is hands down one of the best! Tony Soter is at the top of my list when it comes to some of the most dynamic and character filled sparkling wines that come from the US. From the renowned Beacon Hill Vineyard comes this “grower” Champagne-esque bubbly that could easily stand up to the crystal bottle, jewel encrusted (and earth shatteringly priced) cousins across the pond. What you’ll notice first off is the tremendous nose of the most perfectly ripe strawberries imaginable mixed with raspberry and toasted brioche notes. Awesome stuff indeed!
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