Reviews & Ratings

2007 Ponzi Chardonnay "Reserve"

Winery: Ponzi

Vintage: 2007

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Reserve"

Wine Category: Chardonnay

Grape blend: 100% Chardonnay

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Willamette Valley

State or country: OR

Price: $30

Cases produced: 825

KWG Score: 90.5 (based on 4 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (93)

Review date: October 21, 2010

Wine Review: This light yellow colored wine might be one of the best Oregon Chards that I have covered in a while. It opens with an attractive apple and mild banana bouquet. I also detected some apricot and Bartlett pear. On the palate, this wine is full bodied, very well balanced, and creamy, yet shows a little crispy acidity. The flavor profile is a very tasty Bartlett pear with a hint of spice and nicely integrated oak. The finish is dry and delightful. This Chard is food friendly and it would pair well with Chicken Cordon Bleu. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: This golden-hued wine explodes with notes of candied orange zest, honeycomb, cloved tangerine and rose petal. The mouth is rich and silky textured with a hint of honeyed almonds. The finish is bright and lingers with sweet Meyer lemon notes. - Winemaker Luisa Ponzi

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