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Ponzi's Laurelwood District estate combines one of Oregon wine's pioneering names with a striking modern tasting room and broad vineyard views. The hospitality program is polished and contemporary, and the experience tends to emphasize both the family's history in the Willamette Valley and the nuances of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grown on the property's distinctive soils.
The regular tasting is seated and guided, giving visitors time to compare current releases and discuss vineyard sites. More immersive options may include winery tours, barrel-focused experiences or seasonal harvest programs. Ponzi is also notable for a serious food program: the Laurelwood Table pairs multiple courses with wines and can function as a complete lunch experience rather than an add-on snack.
Because Ponzi sits closer to the Portland side of wine country than Dundee, it can be an excellent first or final winery for travelers based in the city. It is particularly well suited to visitors who want a refined combination of wine, architecture, views and food.
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- Address
- 19500 SW Mountain Home Rd, Sherwood, OR 97140
- Phone
- 503-628-1227
- Reservations required
- Reservations recommended; walk-ins may be accommodated. Tours and culinary experiences require advance booking.
- Tasting price
- $60–$175
- Typical visit time
- About 90 min for tasting; 2–3 hr for tours or multi-course culinary experiences
- Wine focus
- Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from the Laurelwood District and other Willamette sites
- Discount available
- No tasting-pass discount listed
- Picnic
- No general bring-your-own picnic program is emphasized.
- Food
- Yes — Ponzi has a strong culinary program, including multi-course pairing experiences.
- Group tasting
- Yes — private and group visits can be arranged in advance.
- Distance from Portland
- 20 miles
- Distance from Portland International Airport (PDX)
- 29 miles
Tasting options and prices
- Estate tasting: about $60 per person, often credited/waived with a qualifying purchase. Vine-to-Barrel style experience: about $125. Seasonal harvest experiences may run around $150–$235. Laurelwood Table multi-course food-and-wine experience: about $175. Verify the current menu before booking.
Tasting fees and formats change. Confirm current options with the winery before you book.
Discount available
No tasting-pass discount is listed for Ponzi Vineyards right now. Recheck Willamette Valley tasting discounts or confirm current offers with the winery.
Planning a day around Ponzi Vineyards
Ponzi works well at the beginning or end of a Portland-based wine day. If booking Laurelwood Table, use it as the meal anchor and limit the day to two additional tastings. Avoid pairing it with far-south Turner/Eugene properties.
Other wineries near Ponzi Vineyards
- ROCO Winery
- Rex Hill
- Archer Vineyard
- Adelsheim Vineyard
Use the Willamette Valley winery map to compare drive miles and reservation windows.
Information last verified: September 2026. Visitor details (hours, tasting prices, reservations) are sourced from the official winery website. Confirm before you visit. How we maintain listings.