Turley
Turley Pesenti Vineyard Zinfandel
Red wine
4.3
Expert Rating
4.3
Sometimes Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Turley's Pesenti Vineyard Zinfandel is an exquisite red wine hailing from California's Paso Robles region, known for its favorable grape-growing conditions. Crafted by Turley, a winery celebrated for its mastery of Zinfandel, this wine is sourced from the historic Pesenti Vineyard. Here, old vines rooted in limestone-rich soils contribute to the wine's distinct character. Traditional winemaking techniques, including minimal intervention and aging in American oak, highlight the grape's natural attributes. The wine unveils a robust bouquet of ripe red fruits, pepper, and spice. On the palate, it is full-bodied with complex layers of fruit and mineral undertones, balanced by fine tannins and a long, expressive finish. This Pesenti Vineyard Zinfandel is a benchmark for the varietal, offering depth, complexity, and exceptional age-worthiness.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
The Turley Pesenti Vineyard Zinfandel is a remarkable wine that showcases the unique characteristics of the Zinfandel grape variety.With its deep ruby color, this wine immediately captivates the eye. On the nose, it offers an enticing bouquet of ripe blackberries, dark cherries, and hints of spice, creating an alluring and complex aroma.
On the palate, the Turley Pesenti Vineyard Zinfandel delivers a rich and full-bodied experience. The flavors of blackberry jam, plum, and black cherry are beautifully balanced with notes of vanilla and black pepper, adding depth and complexity to the wine. The tannins are well-integrated, providing a smooth and velvety texture that lingers on the palate.
This Zinfandel is known for its excellent structure and impressive aging potential. It showcases a harmonious balance between fruit, acidity, and oak, resulting in a wine that is both powerful and elegant. The finish is long and satisfying, leaving a lasting impression of dark fruit and subtle spice.
Overall, the Turley Pesenti Vineyard Zinfandel is a superb example of a well-crafted Zinfandel. It is a wine that can be enjoyed now, but also has the potential to develop further complexity with age. Whether paired with grilled meats, hearty stews, or enjoyed on its own, this wine is sure to impress even the most discerning wine enthusiasts.
EXPERT RATING
4.3
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2061
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Zinfandel
ORIGINS
Winery: Turley
Region: Central Coast California
The Central Coast of California is a wine lover's paradise, boasting a wide variety of climates, soils, and grape varieties. Located between San Francisco and Los Angeles, the Central Coast spans from Monterey County in the north to Santa Barbara County in the south. With its diverse topography and Mediterranean climate, the Central Coast is home to some of the most renowned wineries in the United States.
The Central Coast has a long and storied history of winemaking, dating back to the mid-1800s. The first vineyards were planted in the Santa Clara Valley, and by the late 1800s, the region was producing some of the finest wines in the country. The region's reputation for quality wines was further solidified in the early 1989, when the Santa Clara Valley was declared among the first American Viticultural Area (AVA) in the United States.CUSTOMER RATING
4.3
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