TURLEY | ZINFANDEL
California's most celebrated Zinfandel specialist, cherry pie, raspberry, and jammy heritage from 18 old-vine vineyards.
Turley Wine Cellars has been California's most important advocate for old-vine Zinfandel since Larry Turley founded the winery in 1993. Based in Templeton, Paso Robles, Turley sources from some of California's oldest head-trained and own-rooted Zinfandel vineyards, some dating to the 1850s, saving them from destruction and producing wines that are irreplaceable expressions of California viticultural heritage.
This Zinfandel is sourced from 18 heritage vineyards across California, producing a wine of energy and genuine character: bright cherry pie, raspberry, and jammy dark berry on the nose, with warm spice, briar, and a zesty, vibrant finish. The wine is full-flavored and expressive without being heavy, a testament to Turley's philosophy that old vines naturally regulate their yield to produce concentrated, balanced fruit.
The Juvenile Zinfandel was named #14 on Wine Spectator's Top 100 Wines of 2024, with 93 points. Turley wines consistently earn 90+ across multiple publications.
Pairs well with: BBQ, Pizza, Grilled Sausage, Braised Beef, Aged Cheddar
Product Details
Varietal: Zinfandel (with small amounts of co-planted varieties depending on source vineyard)
Bottle Size: 750ml
Producer: Turley Wine Cellars
Country: United States
Region / AVA: California (multi-appellation, sourced from 18 heritage vineyards)
Winemaker: Tegan Passalacqua
Vine Age: Heritage vineyards ranging from decades to over 100 years old
Farming: Sustainable; committed to preserving historic California head-trained vineyards
Aging: Oak aged
Meet The Maker
Larry Turley founded Turley Wine Cellars in 1993 with a mission to protect and celebrate California's most endangered vineyards, the old, head-trained, own-rooted Zinfandel vines that were being pulled out across the state as growers replaced them with more commercially convenient varieties. Today, under winemaker Tegan Passalacqua, Turley produces nearly 30 single-vineyard Zinfandels, each a distinct expression of its source site. The winery is widely considered the standard-bearer for California Zinfandel, earning consistent praise from Wine Spectator, Robert Parker, and Vinous.
Quick Facts
California's most celebrated Zin specialist. Cherry pie, raspberry, and jammy verve from 18 heritage vineyards. (93 pts, Wine Spectator, 2022)
- Best For: A BBQ, pizza night, Zinfandel enthusiasts, or a gift for the person who loves California wine done right
- Style: Full-bodied California Zinfandel
- Tasting Notes: Cherry pie, raspberry, jammy dark berry, and briar spice with a vibrant, zesty finish
- Pairs Well With: BBQ, Pizza, Grilled Sausage, Braised Beef, Aged Cheddar
- Body: Full, energetic, and expressive
- Rating: 93 Points, Wine Spectator (Juvenile 2022); #14 Wine Spectator Top 100 Wines of 2024; 92 Points, Wine Spectator (Old Vines 2022)
- Fermentation: Oak aged; natural yeast
- Region: California (multi-appellation heritage vineyards)
- Grape: Zinfandel (old vine)
- Alcohol: ~14.5%
- Serve Temperature: 62-65°F
- Recognitions: 93 pts Wine Spectator; #14 Wine Spectator Top 100 Wines of 2024; consistent 90+ across all major publications
Old vines tell stories. Turley just translates them into wine.
Shipping Restrictions
WINE SHIPS ONLY TO THE FOLLOWING STATES: California, Connecticut, Florida, Louisiana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, Virginia, Washington D.C., West Virginia, and Wyoming.
A 21+ signature is required upon delivery.
Orders of 4 bottles or more: Please expect to confirm availability of an adult on premises to sign for your order. We will not ship without email or phone confirmation.
