Very limited Turley Zinfandel. 97 Points Robert Parker: "Larry Turley has produced three 2013 Zinfandels from the Howell Mountain AVA, which he was one of the first to exploit in terms of Zinfandel. Nearly 25 years later, he continues making some of the finest wines this ancient grape can produce. The 2013 Zinfandel Dragon Vineyard from Howell Mountain originates from one of the highest elevation sites in the Turley portfolio. Estate-owned, this vineyard (at 2400 feet, well above the fog line and east-facing as well) is planted in volcanic and rocky soils. It has always produced one of the killer Zinfandels, and the 2013 (15.3% alcohol) is no exception. It has a saturated dense ruby/purple color, a seamless integration of acidity, tannin and alcohol, stunning boysenberry, blueberry, and black raspberry fruit, and great complexity for a Zinfandel. Full-bodied, with a stunningly proportioned texture, terrific purity and palate presence, at the same time its acidity gives it a zestiness and an ethereal quality. This is a stunner and a Zinfandel that’s drinkable now, but also capable of evolving for up to a decade or more.
Josh Spurling
Thick, rich, but oh so good. And yes, I know I robbed the cradle.
Thick, rich, but oh so good. And yes, I know I robbed the cradle.
9.3Donald Williams
Despite the 15.3% ABV, no sensation of heat, and despite the age, still tasted fresh as could be. Wonderful.
Despite the 15.3% ABV, no sensation of heat, and despite the age, still tasted fresh as could be. Wonderful.
9.4Diego Flores
My second to last bottle of the 2013 Howell Mountain Zins—worth the wait!
My second to last bottle of the 2013 Howell Mountain Zins—worth the wait!
9.6Penny Wild-perkowski
2015
2015
9.4Arden Barnett
Very good. My first Introduction to Turley Zins. Cherry, plum, raseberry, maybe dried cranberry?, cedar, tobacco, pretty Smokey finish that continues long after each sip. Extremely floral nose. Medium bodied, Extremely smooth tannins.
Very good. My first Introduction to Turley Zins. Cherry, plum, raseberry, maybe dried cranberry?, cedar, tobacco, pretty Smokey finish that continues long after each sip. Extremely floral nose. Medium bodied, Extremely smooth tannins.
9.2Joe DAscoli
Lighter than I expected
Lighter than I expected
9.1Richard Steinberg
Drinking great young. Love the fruit. Hedonistic delight.
Drinking great young. Love the fruit. Hedonistic delight.
9.4Aaron Rankin
Very spicy and fruity at the pop, this became the Cab of Zins after a 2+ hour decant. Great white pepper and tobacco, mild vegetal notes, deep rich fruit.
Very spicy and fruity at the pop, this became the Cab of Zins after a 2+ hour decant. Great white pepper and tobacco, mild vegetal notes, deep rich fruit.
9.2John Burns
A deep, tannic, spicy version that will remain rich for a few more years. Stewed fruits on the palate follow plum and fresh lilac on the nose.
A deep, tannic, spicy version that will remain rich for a few more years. Stewed fruits on the palate follow plum and fresh lilac on the nose.
9.0Dean Bernal Sr.
A must have for Zin lovers. Full bodied, fruit forward, bursting with cherry and dark berry. Crisp finish paired with Sunday soul food
A must have for Zin lovers. Full bodied, fruit forward, bursting with cherry and dark berry. Crisp finish paired with Sunday soul food
9.5WARNING: DRINKING DISTILLED SPIRITS, BEER, COOLERS, WINE AND OTHER ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES MAY INCREASE CANCER RISK, AND, DURING PREGNANCY, CAN CAUSE BIRTH DEFECTS.