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At Ponzi Vineyards at Ponzi Vineyards Private Events • Food & Wine Experiences • Breathtaking Views Inquire Here at Ponzi Vineyards 19500 SW Mountain Home Road Sherwood, Oregon 97140 503.628.1227 [email protected] ponzivineyards.com @ponzivineyards Table of Contents Welcome to The Laurelwood Elevated Hospitality What You Can Expect What They Say Who We Host The Space Explore The Venue Explore Your Options We Exceed Expectations The Wines The Table Sample Menu [email protected] at Ponzi Vineyards Inquire Here 19500 SW Mountain Home Road Sherwood, OR 97140 Private Events • Food & Wine Experiences • Views 503-628-1227 | ponzivineyards.com to welcome the laurelwood Discover Oregon wine country’s most exquisite hospitality space, just 40 minutes from downtown Portland, where modern elegance meets rustic roots set against stunning vineyard and valley views. For nearly 50 years, the Ponzi Family has farmed the slopes of Oregon’s Chehalem Mountains, dominated by Laurelwood soil; a unique and distinctly suitable soil for growing quality wine grapes. The Laurelwood at Ponzi Vineyards is a tribute to the land, its bounty and the beautiful wines it has produced throughout the decades. Ponzi Vineyards invites you to experience elevated hospitality that embraces great wine and food with a captivating wine country backdrop. [email protected] at Ponzi Vineyards Inquire Here 19500 SW Mountain Home Road Sherwood, OR 97140 Private Events • Food & Wine Experiences • Views 503-628-1227 | ponzivineyards.com rooted in tradition Winery Founders Dick and Nancy Ponzi moved to Under the helm of the second generation for more than the Willamette Valley in the late 1960s with dreams of 25 years, sisters Anna Maria and Luisa Ponzi have carried producing American Pinot noir that could compete on forward the family tradition of excellence. Establishing the world stage. They founded Ponzi Vineyards in 1970 the winery’s hilltop location, Collina del Sogno, in 2006, while raising their young family. With an unwavering they designed and built The Laurelwood in 2018 as a tribute passion and innovative spirit, the Ponzi Family to their profound sense of place and their parents’ spirit established a commitment to quality and sustainability, of adventure. setting Oregon wine’s high standard. [email protected] at Ponzi Vineyards Inquire Here 19500 SW Mountain Home Road Sherwood, OR 97140 Private Events • Food & Wine Experiences • Views 503-628-1227 | ponzivineyards.com Elevated Hospitality We are proud to continue the Ponzi tradition of gracious hospitality. We employ a polished staff of food and beverage servers who are trained to be courteous and professional, yet unobtrusive. Our Director of Hospitality & Events will ensure every detail of your event is accomplished. The Laurelwood is ideal for: Wine Country Experiences Food & Wine Pairings Private Tastings Wine Tasting Events Private Lunches & Dinners Offsite Workshops & Classes Birthdays & Anniversaries Rehearsal Dinners Engagements Client Appreciation Events Executive Wine Dinners & Retreats Weddings & Receptions [email protected] at Ponzi Vineyards Inquire Here 19500 SW Mountain Home Road Sherwood, OR 97140 Private Events • Food & Wine Experiences • Views 503-628-1227 | ponzivineyards.com what you can expect From the beginning stages of planning to the day of execution, we are with you every step of the way. We believe every event should be unique and memorable. Crystal stemware, locally crafted ceramic dishes and fresh flowers are just a few of our special touches. Event Styling Our goal is to create an atmosphere that reflects your event’s distinctive purpose. We enjoy tailoring to every detail. The possibilities are endless. Catering The cuisine provided at all Ponzi Vineyards events features creative menus, utilizing local and fresh ingredients available each season. Our catering is provided exclusively by our Winery Chef, who crafts dishes featuring the indigenous ingredients of the Willamette Valley to pair perfectly with our wines. We serve world-class Ponzi wines and our non-alcoholic sparkling grape juice, Cugini. Local microbrews by the bottle are also available. Your specific menu will be tailored to the season, based on your budget and taste. Pricing We will customize a package based on your needs. Our site fee varies based on your event concept, but always includes the use of the designated space, tables, chairs, complete settings, fresh flower arrangements (excluding weddings), service staff and professional coordination. A 20% service charge is applied to all food and beverages served at your event. 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