2005 Turley Zinfandel Vineyard 101
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Bright, deep red. An explosion of cherry liqueur and blueberry on the nose. Tightly coiled, juicy and fresh, with a deep core of spicy berry fruit. Firm acids give this terrific energy, as well as the spine for aging. Very sappy, vibrant wine: the pH here is a moderate 3.55, according to winemaker Ehren Jordan. Really captures the character of the vintage.
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Robert Parker
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
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Cranberry, cherry liqueur, cedar, herb, and pepper aromas jump from the glass of the dark plum/garnet-colored 2005 Zinfandel Vineyard 101. Round and generous, it is ideal for drinking during its first 3-4 years of life. Previously recommended: As indicated last year, 2004 was a terrific vintage for Turley Zinfandels. If they can still be found, I would opt for purchasing them over their lighter 2005 counterparts. The 2004 reds include: Petite Syrah Hayne Vineyard (97), Petite Syrah Library Vineyard (97), Petite Syrah Rattlesnake Ridge (97), Petite Syrah Turley Estate (94), Zinfandel Dogtown Vineyard (88), Zinfandel Dragon Vineyard (94), Zinfandel Duarte (92), Zinfandel Dusi Vineyard (90), Zinfandel Grist Vineyard (94), Zinfandel Hayne Vineyard (95), Zinfandel Juvenile (89), Zinfandel Mead Ranch (89), Zinfandel Moore Earthquake Vineyard (92), Zinfandel Old Vines (91), Zinfandel Pesenti Vineyard (92), Zinfandel Rancho Escondido (89), Zinfandel Rattlesnake Ridge (92), Zinfandel Tofanelli Vineyard (89), Zinfandel Turley Estate (91), Zinfandel Ueberroth Vineyard (92), Zinfandel Vineyard 101 (95). Not yet released. 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.