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America’s Burgundy? Oregon’s Value Pinot Shows the Way

Wine Enthusiast features Moving North in their latest article showcasing Oregon’s value pinot noirs. While applying the word “value” to Pinot Noir may seem like a stretch, as the grapes’ thin skins make it rather unforgiving in both the vineyard and winery, Paul Gregutt reports that Oregon wineries are advancing their cost controlling measures. Remarkably, there are plenty of 90 point plus selections that have earned the Editor’s Choice label at an affordable price point, including the Moving North 2017 Pinot Noir.

The wine received the following rave review: “his new label, from importer Vintus, is a sleeper wine made by Vintus client Ponzi Vineyards. Included are grapes from Ponzi’s Aurora and Avellana vineyards, as well as fruit from Lazy River, Bieze and Zenith, all marquee sites. Fermented and aged principally in stainless steel, this is a silky, soft and spicy wine, with a burst of cinnamon and hot-pepper candy. The ripe berry-fruit flavors are pretty and plentiful, and there’s just a touch of milk chocolate woven through the finish. Editors’ Choice.

To learn more about Oregon’s Pinot Noir and Moving North, read the full article HERE.

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    Ponzi Vineyards

    Chehalem Mountain AVA, Willamette Valley, Oregon

    For over 50 years, Ponzi Vineyards has had the honor of being Oregon wine country’s most influential pioneer and contemporary standard bearer. Old vines, organic viticulture, and an uncompromising dedication to excellence distinguish Ponzi as the premier winery in Oregon.