AVA - Dry Creek, Sonoma
Nestled in the heart of Dry Creek Valley, Ray Teldeschi's meticulous vineyard has
highly sought after grapes.
His head pruned vines date back over 115 years ago. Old vine field selections were
taken to plant a new selection. UC Davis recognized this vineyard by archiving in
ZAP's Heritage Zinfandel project. Ray's reputation as a remarkable farmer shows
in the fruit quality. Teldeschi has sourced grapes to such well-known wineries as
Ridge and Ravenswood as well as upcoming producer Carlisle.
Location: Dry Creek Valley West of Healdsburg, Teldeschi Vineyard sits in the heart
of Sonoma's Dry Creek Valley. On the eastern slope of Dry Creek Road, the vineyards
are southernly exposed, guaranteeing adequate sunlight. Warm nights are followed
by cool nights which influence the flavor profile. The Teldeschi Vineyard has quinessential
Dry Creek Zinfandel flavor profiles. As Ray says, "The flavor is in the soil."
If you like your wines big, this is the vineyard for you.