Turley Steacy Ranch Zinfandel 2023
(Lodi, California) - [VM 92-94]

Notes from the Winemaker:
Steacy Ranch was one of the first vineyards planted on St. George rootstock in Lodi, which has since become the gold standard for Zinfandel in California. Hailing from 1907, the Zinfandel vines in this sandy-soiled vineyard are interspersed with Grenache, Carignane, and Mission varieties as well, all common bedfellows in these classic old California vineyards.

Tasting Notes:
Planted in 1907 in the sandy loam soils on the east side of Lodi, these ancient vines are interspersed with Grenache, Carignane, and Mission as well. These 117 year-old vines impart pure, classic California old vine Zinfandel aromatics to the wine, including dark stone fruits, dusty dried herbs, and savory cured meats. Youthful and concentrated on the palate, the super fine-grained tannins and lingering acidity maintain a mesmerizing balance and extended finish.

AVA: Lodi Sub-AVA: Mokelumne River

Soil: Tokay Sandy Loam Elevation: 70 Planted: 1907

Varietal(s): Zinfandel, Grenache, Carignane, Mission Viticulture: Head-trained, hand harvested

Fermentation: Native yeast Barrels: 80% used oak, 20% new 80% French, 20% American

Aging: 15 months in barrel Bottled unfined and unfiltered

First Turley Vintage: 2015

Alcohol: 15.2% Serving Temp: 55-65ºF Release: Fall 2025

Ratings & Reviews

92-94 Points - Vinous Media:
"The 2023 Zinfandel Steacey Ranch is packed with wild cherry, incense, tobacco, licorice, menthol, cloves and scorched earth. This is an especially virile, imposing Zinfandel. Carignane, Grenache and Mission round out the blend from this site planted on sand and gravel. (Drink between 2027-2038)" - Antonio Galloni (Dec 2024)