De Ponte

Ohio Pinot Noir reserves rated by major critics.

De Ponte produces Pinot Noir in Ohio, a region where cool-climate viticulture yields wines of precision and depth. The winery's portfolio centers on reserve expressions: Shirley's Gran Reserva, Butcher's Block Reserve, and Baldwin Family Reserve. Each represents the varietal's signature elegance—silky tannins, red-fruit character, and structural balance—refined through careful vineyard and cellar work. Wine Advocate, Wine Enthusiast, and Wine Spectator have rated these releases, recognizing their quality across the range. Ohio's continental climate and diverse soils create conditions suited to Pinot Noir's demanding nature, and De Ponte's reserves demonstrate what focused winemaking can achieve in this emerging American region.