2022 Turley Zinfandel Dragon Vineyard
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Planted in 2000. 3 x 7 spacing at 2,500 ft of elevation. Deep purple. Sappy. Violets and black-plum fruit. Fresh and lightly herbal. Sandy medium tannin. Fresh acidity. Bit underripe. Kiss of angelica leaf on the finish. (SCJ)
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Jancis Robinson MW
Matthew Luczy, Wine Advocate
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Medium to deep ruby in the glass, the 2022 Zinfandel Dragon Vineyard is chock-full of ripe, concentrated blue and black fruits on the nose with aromatic, floral energy. Aromas of pomegranate, blueberry, rhubarb and violets meld with conifer, turned earth and aniseed. The palate is generous and layered in its density, with staining and intense saturation, albeit with more lift and vibrancy than the nose would lead one to expect. The finish is lavish and impressive, with finely grained tannins and vibrant yet rounded acidity, concluding with a latency that suggests a few years in bottle after release will be well-served.
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.