Turley, Howell Mountain, Black Sears Vineyard, Zinfandel 1996 Provence Matured in 65% new French

Matured in 65% new French oak

followed by lush black cherry and blackberry fruit

very lightly bin-soiled label

One of the more streamlined

75 ares of original vines from Les Gaudichots ou La Tâche and La Grande Rue to its existing holding of La Grande Rue

Turley, Howell Mountain, Black Sears Vineyard, Zinfandel 1996 Provence Matured in 65% new French94 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate This deep ruby purple colored wine (planted high on Howell Mountain) reveals a sweet nose of black raspberries, truffles, smoke, and spice. This full bodied wine is rich in glycerin and extract, with beautifully integrated alcohol (about 15%). (RP 1998)