93pts Decanter

This well-priced wine has serious stuffing. With some old vine Pinot and half of it estate sourced, with two sites in the Eola-Amity, Yamhill Carlton and Merten Vineyard towards the coast, lots of 35-year-old fruit. The Tavola is a gateway wine to the Willamette Valley; it’s lovely, dark-fruited, and remains elegant and silken. Produced in the same approach as the top Ponzi wines, with less time in barrel and less new oak. An intentional approach to quality at a fantastic price. With fruit sourcing of this calibre, it's a can't-miss wine.

92pts James Suckling

A valley-wide blend of grapes that gives a vibrant, fresh and bright sense of red fruit, balanced by raspberries, black cherries and a rich texture on the palate. Light tannins, fresh acidity and a clean, balanced expression.

92pts Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

The 2023 Pinot Noir Tavola comes from estate vineyards (65%) and purchased fruit. Matured for eight months in 25% new French oak, it has inviting scents of black cherries, blackberries, holiday spices, earth and bitters. The medium-bodied palate is brimming with spicy berry flavors. It’s framed by soft, velvety tannins, and fresh acidity highlights floral perfume on the long finish.

91pts Wine Spectator

A spry red, with vibrant cherry and guava flavors that take on accents of cinnamon and forest floor as this persists toward refined tannins. Drink now through 2033.

Tasting Notes

The nose is lively with spiced cherry, dried cranberry, raspberry jam, light cedar, and a hint of white pepper. The palate bursts with fresh, juicy acidity, unfolding layers of cherry cordial, cranberry, and red plums, accented by subtle dried herb undertones. Light, fine tannins are seamlessly integrated, lending structure and elegance to the finish.

About the Wine

The 2023 Ponzi Tavola Pinot Noir delivers exceptional quality and vibrant character at an outstanding value. Crafted from sustainably farmed vineyards across Oregon’s Willamette Valley, this fruit-driven Pinot Noir bursts with aromas of red cherry, strawberry, and baking spice, followed by a silky palate of ripe berries, cocoa, and soft, polished tannins. Perfect for everyday enjoyment, Tavola embodies Ponzi’s commitment to quality and sustainability at an approachable price.