94 Points Vinous:
The 2021 Zinfandel Turley Estate is bright, punchy and intensely savory. This St. Helena Zinfandel delivers the goods. Powerful and deeply resonant, the Estate is absolutely compelling. This Zinfandel, in reality a Zinfandel-based field blend of 24 varieties, is full of dynamism and character. It will likely need a few years to come together, but then watch out.
Winemaker Notes:
Prima facie, one of the most open and expressive wines in the lineup. Red fruits, dark fruits, and chocolate-coated fruits flourish alongside bouquet garni, black pepper, chaparral and plentiful spices. The palate shows subtle gravelly tannins, lending backbone and structure to the wine. This year we’ve co-fermented the Estate Zinfandel fruit with a small amount (<5%) of the Carignane and heritage blend Petite Syrah interplanted on the Estate, affording additional depth and complexity to this beloved Estate wine. Ready to drink without delay!