2016 Kirschenmann Vineyard Zinfandel
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The 2016 Zinfandel Kirschenmann reveals a pretty bouquet of cherries, cassis, raspberries and a subtle touch of bay leaf. On the palate, it's medium to full-bodied, velvety and supple, with tangy acids, fine-grained tannins and good concentration, elegant in profile but concluding with a youthfully chalky finish. This sandy Lodi vineyard is owned by winemaker Tegan Passalacqua.
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Antonio Galloni, Vinous
William Kelley, Wine Advocate
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The 2016 Zinfandel Kirschenmann Vineyard is bright and lifted and wonderfully nuanced. Like so many of the 2016s, the Kirschenmann offers lovely mid-palate richness and resonance to play off some of the more floral notes. Silky, gracious and totally inviting, the 2016 has so much to offer. This is a gorgeous wine from Turley, and also one of the most compelling wines I have tasted from this site thus far.
About the producer
Founded in 1993, Turley Cellars is a leading name in California Zinfandel and Petite Syrah. The winery has helped preserve the state’s old-vine heritage, farming historic vineyards organically and producing distinctive single-vineyard wines known for their character and longevity.