2000 Turley Zinfandel Duarte Vineyard
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The 2000 Zinfandel Duarte Vineyard, from a vineyard planted in 1896 in pure sand, exhibits aromas of white flowers, blueberries, raspberries, and cherries. For a Contra Costa Zin, it is unusually powerful (750 cases;16% alcohol). This layered, full-bodied, beautifully crafted, unctuously-textured 2000 possesses great fruit along with plenty of presence on the palate. The wine possesses an explosive bouquet, gorgeously ripe flavors, and a super finish. It is one of the finest Duarte Zinfandels Turley has made. Consume it over the next 7-8 years ... unless you are a necrophiliac. Tel. (707) 963-0940; Fax (707) 963-8683
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Good medium bright red. Perfumed, liqueur-like aromas of cherry, cranberry and spices. Thick, sweet and stuffed with fruit; lovely seamless texture. Perhaps not quite as vibrant as the more tightly coiled '99, but finishes lush and long, with very ripe tannins.
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.