2004 Zinfandel Lodi Dogtown Vineyard
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(15.8% alcohol) Full ruby-red. Roasted black raspberry and chocolate liqueur on the nose. Large-scaled, lush and fat, with dense, hugely sweet dark fruit and mineral flavors. Wonderfully silky, broad wine with a firm edge of acidity and rather soft tannins. But like a couple of these zins with alcohol in the 16% range, does it have enough flavor for its sheer size?
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From alluvial soils, the 2004 Zinfandel Dogtown Vineyard exhibits a cooler climate elegance, and not quite the weight or muscle of its siblings. Readers looking for a restrained, delicate Zinfandel should check out this cuvee. It should drink well for 5-7 years. (Release date 11/06) Tel. (707) 963-0940; Fax (707) 963-8683
About the producer

Founded in 1993, Turley Cellars is a leading name in California Zinfandel and Petite Syrah. The winery has helped preserve the state’s old-vine heritage, farming historic vineyards organically and producing distinctive single-vineyard wines known for their character and longevity.