Zinfandel, Turley, 2019, USA (v) Fortified

Zinfandel, Turley, 2019, USA (v) FortifiedIt's a big boy but so incredibly balanced. Silky, dense with fruit tones. Dry farmed. One of the best Zins out of California. Organic practices. Juvenile is actually composed of a variety of young vines that have been replanted in several of Turley's old vine sites. They tag the younger vines then pick them separately and make a distinct wine. Juvenile vines range in age from about 6 25 years. Fermentation: Native yeast Barrels: 95% used oak, 5% new

Lemon sherbet in a glass

Asian pear

The flinty soils of the Loire Valley appellation of Valençay are known for giving their wines a finesse

Full-bodied and rich

Winemakers here make great wines to age

the vines are old (usually new plantings make value range wines)

Perfect with a rib of beef

Crafted exclusively from Pinot Noir grapes

family business with 13 hectares of vineyard planted on the hills of Roero and Langhe

turkey and game birds

bursting with tangerine

with delicate touches of baking spices adding complexity