COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Zinfandel
PRODUCER
Turley Wine Cellars
REGION
California
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Turley Juvenile Zinfandel 2022 is a 100% Zinfandel from California, produced by Turley Wine Cellars. The 'Juvenile' designation refers to the wine being made from younger vines, ranging from 6 to 25 years old, which are planted in some of Turley's established old-vine locations. These vines are spread across approximately 27 vineyards spanning 11 counties throughout California. Turley Wine Cellars, founded in 1993 by Larry Turley, is known for its focus on Zinfandel and its commitment to organic farming and the preservation of heritage vineyards. The 2022 vintage is noted for its expressiveness and balance, reflecting the diverse terroirs of its sourcing.
ALCOHOL
15.2%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
13-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Made from vines aged 6-25 years, replanted in old vine sites.
Fact 02
Sourced from 27 vineyards across 11 California counties.
Fact 03
Turley Wine Cellars was founded by a former emergency room physician.
Fact 04
Recognized as #14 in Wine Spectator's Top 100 of 2024.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Turley Juvenile Zinfandel 2022 is made from 100% Zinfandel. Fermentation is conducted using native yeasts. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes 12 months of aging in barrels, with a predominant use of used oak (95%) and a smaller proportion of new oak (5%). The oak composition is typically 80% French and 20% American. The wine is bottled unfined, a technique that retains more of the wine's natural character and texture.
