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Turley Wine Cellars

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Founded in 1993 by Larry Turley, Turley Wine Cellars is a California winery specializing in old-vine Zinfandel and Petite Sirah. The winery sources grapes from numerous historic vineyard sites across California, including Napa Valley, Sonoma County, and Paso Robles. Turley focuses on producing single-vineyard designated wines that highlight the distinct terroir of these pre-Prohibition era plantings. The winery is recognized for its role in preserving and promoting California's historic viticultural heritage.

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Where does Turley Wine Cellars source its old-vine Zinfandel?

Turley Wine Cellars sources grapes from over 50 historic vineyard sites across California, including legendary locations like the Hayne Vineyard in Napa Valley. Many of these vineyards feature ancient, head-pruned Zinfandel vines that are over 100 years old.

Who founded Turley Wine Cellars?

Larry Turley founded Turley Wine Cellars in 1993 after selling his shares in Frog's Leap Winery to his brother. He started the winery with a specific mission to preserve and celebrate California's historic old-vine Zinfandel and Petite Sirah vineyards.

Does Turley Wine Cellars make any Petite Sirah?

Yes, Turley is highly acclaimed for its Petite Sirah, producing several single-vineyard bottlings like the Dogtown and White Coat. These wines are intensely dark, massive, and highly tannic, known to require over a decade of aging to become approachable.

Is there a waitlist to buy Turley Zinfandel?

Yes, due to high demand and extremely limited production from century-old vineyards, Turley operates strictly on an allocation-based mailing list. New members often face a multi-year wait before they are allowed to purchase bottles directly from the winery.

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