2022 Turley Wine Cellars 'Pesenti Vineyard' Zinfandel Willow Creek District
Crafted from century-old, dry-farmed vines in Paso Robles’ Willow Creek District, this 2022 Zinfandel is a standout. Organically farmed in calcareous soils, it balances lush fruit—raspberries, blackberry pie, and candied blood orange—with violets, wild herbs, chalky minerality, and a touch of coffee and pepper. From Turley’s heritage vineyards, this zippy, terroir-driven Zin pairs beautifully with mole chicken enchiladas. Don’t miss this small-production gem!
Wine Spectator
A briar patch in a glass, this Zin is tightly focused and energetic, with flavors of wild berries, underbrush, espresso and pepper that build tension toward broad-shouldered tannins. Drink now through 2033. 2,500 cases made.
Vinous
The 2022 Zinfandel Pesenti Vineyard is a very pretty wine, and also surprisingly delicate for Paso. Medium in body, with terrific nuance, the Pesenti is super-expressive in this vintage. Crushed flowers, blood orange and cedar overtones linger on the aromatic, finessed finish.