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Turley Old Vines California Zinfandel 2023

Turley Old Vines California Zinfandel 2023

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Brambly Dark Berries, Cracked Pepper, and Historic Heritage Vine Intensity

The 2023 Turley "Old Vines" California Zinfandel is a classic, vibrant, and soul-satisfying snapshot of golden state viticultural history. Sourced from organic, dry-farmed vineyards ranging between 50 and 130+ years old across California, it marries old-vine depth with bright, vertical energy. Soaring aromas of black cherry, dark plum, cracked black pepper, savory anise, and tobacco open into a medium-to-full-bodied palate filled with rich brambly fruit, supple briary tannins, and a clean, saline-mineral lift.
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Style Profile at a Glance

Attribute Profile Scale
Body Full-Bodied, Energetic & Supple ●●●●●
Sweetness Dry ●●●●●
Tannins Briary, Fine & Structured ●●●●●
Acidity Fresh, Bright & Refreshing Drive ●●●●●
Oak Subtle & Well-Integrated (Aged ~12 months in predominantly used oak barrels) ●●●●●

Terroir, History & Acclaim

  • California's Heritage Vineyard Tapestry: Blended from over 20 historic, organically farmed sites across eight counties—including Napa, Sonoma, Mendocino, Lodi, Amador, and Paso Robles. With vine ages ranging from 50 to over 130 years old, it contains minor field-blend portions of Mataro, Alicante Bouschet, Petite Sirah, and Grenache.
  • Artisanal Turley Craftsmanship: Founded in 1993, Turley Wine Cellars is synonymous with preserving California's old-vine Zinfandel legacy. Fermented naturally with wild yeasts and aged mostly in neutral French and American oak barrels, this cuvée captures pure vineyard heritage without heavy wood masking.

Highlights

  • Predominantly Zinfandel sourced from 50-to-130+ year-old organic, dry-farmed vines across California.
  • A radiant 2023 release balancing dark cherry, cracked black pepper, savory anise, and bright vertical acidity.
  • Crafted by Turley Wine Cellars, America’s premier heritage Zinfandel specialist.

Tasting Notes

  • Appearance: Deep ruby-purple core with bright crimson reflections at the rim.
  • Nose: Lifted, peppery, and aromatic. It opens with aromas of dark cherry, black raspberry, and blue plum, accompanied by cracked black pepper, savory anise, pipe tobacco, and dried herbs de Provence.
  • Palate: Dry, medium-to-full-bodied, and energetic. The entry brings a juicy wave of dark brambly fruit sap that glides across briary, fine-grained tannins, supported by refreshing natural acidity and a clean, saline-pepper finish.

Serving Suggestion

  • Temperature: Serve slightly cool at 14–16°C (55–60°F) to emphasize its bright fruit purity and peppery freshness.
  • Decanting: A brief 20-to-30 minute decant helps uncoil its peppery spice layers. Best enjoyed now through 2033–2040.
  • Western Pairing: Barbecued baby back ribs, grilled lamb chops, pulled pork sandwiches, or bacon-topped gourmet burgers.
  • Asian Pairing: Korean bulgogi, Taiwanese braised pork, Xinjiang cumin lamb skewers, or wok-fried black pepper beef.

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