Turley
Juvenile California Zinfandel
California, USA
2005 | Zinfandel
Turley Wine Cellars; Juvenile
California; CA, USA
(92-94; drink 2020-30)
Decanted 2H, a ridiculous showing, not peaked yet, lots of upside left!
2005 | Zinfandel
Turley Wine Cellars; Juvenile
California; CA, USA
(92-94; drink 2020-30)
Decanted 2H, a ridiculous showing, not peaked yet, lots of upside left!
Soft tannins, cherry, smooth finish. Beautiful evening tonight.
Soft tannins, cherry, smooth finish. Beautiful evening tonight.
Jun 12th, 2022
Deep ruby; medium intensity aromas of very ripe black cherry, pomegranate, potpourri, intense vanilla, sweet baking spices; dry, medium acid, medium ripe tannins, high alcohol, full body, pronounced intensity flavors consistent with aromas; long finish, very floral and perfumed on palate, decadent
Deep ruby; medium intensity aromas of very ripe black cherry, pomegranate, potpourri, intense vanilla, sweet baking spices; dry, medium acid, medium ripe tannins, high alcohol, full body, pronounced intensity flavors consistent with aromas; long finish, very floral and perfumed on palate, decadent
Aug 1st, 2021Nose has smokey over-ripe plum, prune, mashed black cherry, strawberry jam, dark chocolate, Finnish licorice, (minor) black pepper, dried meats and wet steel.
Palate has ripe plum, dried cherry, light molasses, wet earth, wet clove, blackberry, black raisin, (minor) moist cedar, strawberry fruit leather with a medium viscosity; Long finish improving with extended airing.
Cork pulled for slow oxidation at 6H, then 2H in the decanter. Considerable sediment in the bottle, as expected. Doing quite well, still some years ahead, but we've had other Turley Zinfandel at about this age with a stronger showing. Perhaps the 'Juvenile' is not intended for a 13-14Y slumber.
Nose has smokey over-ripe plum, prune, mashed black cherry, strawberry jam, dark chocolate, Finnish licorice, (minor) black pepper, dried meats and wet steel.
Palate has ripe plum, dried cherry, light molasses, wet earth, wet clove, blackberry, black raisin, (minor) moist cedar, strawberry fruit leather with a medium viscosity; Long finish improving with extended airing.
Cork pulled for slow oxidation at 6H, then 2H in the decanter. Considerable sediment in the bottle, as expected. Doing quite well, still some years ahead, but we've had other Turley Zinfandel at about this age with a stronger showing. Perhaps the 'Juvenile' is not intended for a 13-14Y slumber.
Big bold wine..fruit bowl with spices, menthol and slightly raisinated...delicious night capper..
Big bold wine..fruit bowl with spices, menthol and slightly raisinated...delicious night capper..
Nov 14th, 2020
Founded in 1993 by Larry Turley and makes almost 50 wines, vast majority of are single vineyard designate Zinfandels and Petite Syrahs. Juvenile is composed of a variety of young vines that have been replanted in several of their old vine sites. Ruby with aromas of red fruits and jolt of pepper spice. Palate shows fresh cherry, strawberry and blueberry flavors with pepper spice that calmed down after 30 min. Fine tannins, vivid acidity, nice balance, long finish ending with a fruit character and slight notice of alcohol. Good value!
Founded in 1993 by Larry Turley and makes almost 50 wines, vast majority of are single vineyard designate Zinfandels and Petite Syrahs. Juvenile is composed of a variety of young vines that have been replanted in several of their old vine sites. Ruby with aromas of red fruits and jolt of pepper spice. Palate shows fresh cherry, strawberry and blueberry flavors with pepper spice that calmed down after 30 min. Fine tannins, vivid acidity, nice balance, long finish ending with a fruit character and slight notice of alcohol. Good value!
Aug 22nd, 2020
Sometimes what you want is just a big ol’ Cali zin. Though this one’s not particularly big (a good thing). What it is is deliciously ripe and ready to drink with plush fruit, bruised hibiscus, jammy blackberry, agave, hershey’s bar and a touch of baking spice. A bit of sweetness on the finish, though I’m guessing not in comparison to many Cali zins. Mercifully not missing acidity. No guilt here, just pleasure
Sometimes what you want is just a big ol’ Cali zin. Though this one’s not particularly big (a good thing). What it is is deliciously ripe and ready to drink with plush fruit, bruised hibiscus, jammy blackberry, agave, hershey’s bar and a touch of baking spice. A bit of sweetness on the finish, though I’m guessing not in comparison to many Cali zins. Mercifully not missing acidity. No guilt here, just pleasure
Jul 15th, 2020
Very captivating for an entry level wine. This is varietally expressive and has nice freshness.
Very captivating for an entry level wine. This is varietally expressive and has nice freshness.
Jun 30th, 2020
Lighter than I expected at 15.2. Plum and raisin. Not as rich or balanced as 2016
Lighter than I expected at 15.2. Plum and raisin. Not as rich or balanced as 2016
Jun 2nd, 2020A young lite Zin. Needed more time to mature, but presented a fruit forward berry driven profile.
A young lite Zin. Needed more time to mature, but presented a fruit forward berry driven profile.
Feb 28th, 2020