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Tasting Notes
2023 summer release
2022 Turley “ESTATE” SAUVIGNON BLANC, NAPA VALLEY
Certified organic, dry-farmed vines grown at our St Helena estate. Brightly and lively, with aromas of ripe citrus fruit, cool green melon, honeysuckle, and crystalline oyster shell. The palate shows more richness than the nose suggests, while still finishing with crisp, zesty freshness. Ready to drink now at 40˚- 50 ˚F.
2022 Turley ZINFANDEL Rosé, CALIFORNIA
Pale and delicately pink in color with soft peachy tones, akin to the rosés of Provence. The nose is subtle but alluring, with hints of hibiscus flower and salted nectarine. The palate is brisk and dry yet silky, with wild strawberry, white peach, and rose petal. Ready to drink now at 40˚- 50 ˚F.
2022 Turley “BECHTHOLD VINEYARD” CINSAULT, LODI
Hailing from the oldest Cinsault vines in existence, planted 1886, this wine is as delicious as it is historically significant. Dazzingly jewel-toned and pure in color, it stuns all the senses. The nose is fragrant with pomegranate, cranberry, red plum, lavender and violet, while the palate presents crunchy red fruits and a pleasurable, black tea-like finish. Light and refreshing but with a bit more power and tannin than years previous. Drink now at 50˚- 55 ˚F.
2021 Turley “Pesenti Vineyard” Grenache, Paso Robles
Previously only available in our tasting room, the Pesenti Grenache makes an impressive debut on the mailing list. Made famous in Châteauneuf-du-Pape and Priorat, Grenache is also one of the traditional Rhône grapes that helped put modern-day Paso Robles on the map. Aromatics include alpine strawberry, blackberry, fennel, and lavender, mingled with a spice reminiscent of garrigue. A medium-to full-bodied wine, the palate shows tangy bright red brambly fruits, spice, and a balanced acidity offset by fine-grained tannin. With a long finish, the purity and depth of this wine are sure to please even our most dedicated Zin drinkers. Drink now at 55˚- 60 ˚F.
2021 Turley “Juvenile” Zinfandel, California
Composed of young vines ranging in age from 6-25 years that have been replanted in several of our best old vine sites. Fragrant, lifted aromas of ripe dark fruits like black raspberry and blood orange on the nose. Superb balance between acidity, tannin, and spice, with a succulent, profoundly satisfying texture. Drink now at 55˚- 60 ˚F.
2021 Turley “Estate” Zinfandel, Napa Valley
Certified organic, head-trained, dry-farmed field blend of vines planted at our winery in the heart of Napa Valley. 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.