Connoisseurs' Guide to California Wine~May 2007

Zinfandel

Talty ~ 92 points

William Talty Vineyards 2004 ~ Dry Creek Valley

7% Petite Sirah; 3% Carignane. Attractive themes of fully ripe berries are framed with a fine complement of creamy oak in the moderately intense, keenly varietal aromas of this inviting Zin, and, once in the mouth, the wine lives up to expectations with open, well-concentrated fruit and oak flavors that pack plenty of punch. There are touches of briar and dark chocolate scattered about here and there, and there is a bit of unneeded heat breaking through at the finish, but the wine's admirable depth and unwavering fruity focus keep it on the fast track to success. $35.00

Tastings by Dorothy J. Gaiter and John Brecher

"A Winemakers Dozen"

an exerpt from The Wall Street Journal

Talty Winery Zinfandel 2003, Filice Connolly Vineyards, Napa Valley

The single most exciting wine of the trip, which is saying quite a bit. This is so pure and focused it's like a bolt of lightning, but, unlike so many of today's big Zinfandels, it's not overly alcoholic or sweet, so it's drinkable and good with food. Remember the name of this Sonoma Winery; you'll be hearing it.

© Talty Vineyards & Winery, 2007