At a glance

Producer

Turley Wine Cellars

Region

California, USA

Grape variety

Zinfandel

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Smooth

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$28-41 USD (retail, global average)

Tasting profile

Ripe blackberry, raspberry, cherry, baking spice, crushed herbs, lively acidity, subtle oak.

Evolution: Initial brambly fruit will integrate, developing more dried fruit, earth, and spice notes over 2-4 years.

At peak: Peak expression shows vibrant fruit with secondary spice and settled tannins. Not intended for long aging.

Structure

Acidity

Medium, balancing ripe fruit.

Tannins

Soft to moderate, integrated but youthful.

Alcohol

Medium-high (typically 14.5-15.5%).

Aging potential

Up to 6 years; best when youthful and vibrant.

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2025 to 2027

Optimal window

2024 to 2028

Current status

Approachable now but will benefit from short-term cellaring.

Current condition

Vivid fruit, approachable tannins, good freshness; drinking well but will knit further in bottle.

‘Juvenile’ Zinfandel by Turley is crafted for freshness and fruit-forward character, sourced from younger vineyard blocks. Its structure and intention are for near-term consumption, so best flavor complexity and balance are between 2025-2027.

Food pairing

Barbecue ribs, grilled sausages, spicy pork tacos, pizza with pepperoni, aged cheddar.

Serving

Decant

Not required

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 8/10

Estate sites farmed with sustainable methods; cover cropping, integrated pest management, solar energy in winery, limited irrigation for water conservation, recyclable lightweight glass bottles.

Turley Wine Cellars is recognized for rigorous, progressive sustainability practices in California. While not certified organic or biodynamic, the estate and its partners use many advanced viticultural/winemaking methods to lessen environmental impact, such as solar energy, water recycling, responsible packaging, and ecosystem stewardship. Turley’s efforts align with the broader California Sustainable Winegrowing program, giving this wine a higher-than-average sustainability score. Regional consumption further minimizes carbon footprint, but global shipping does add some impact. Overall, this wine is produced with strong sustainability principles, and ongoing improvements position it as a responsible choice for environmentally conscious consumers.