Turley 2023 Zinfandel Estate Vineyard   

2022 Turley Estate Zinfandel

95 Wine Advocate

Red & black fruits, garrigue, and distinctive black pepper nose. Broad and deep on the palate, with further notes of Provencal herbs and earth; though most definitely a classic Napa wine, it has an almost Southern French sensibility.
 

Winemaker Notes

This vineyard is special to all of us here at the winery; right in our backyard, it’s what we see every day at work (and from the family home). We have slowly and steadily planted additional head-trained, dry-farmed Zinfandel vines to complement the original planting from the mid-1990s, and the entire property is certified organic. Taking a page from our beloved old vine vineyards, we’ve also planted several varieties most commonly interplanted in old Zinfandel vineyards, including Carignane, Trousseau, and Cinsault. Fragrant and savory, with notes of garrigue, dark chocolate, salted plum, meat marinade, and Provençal herbs. The texture on the palate evokes Cabernet or even Petite Syrah in structure and timbre, further demonstrating the multifaceted appeal of this sonorous wine. Drink now at 55˚- 60 ˚F or through the next 5-10 years.