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F. Teldeschi Vineyards
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The sign in the driveway of the Teldeschi ranch in Dry Creek Valley says, "Parking for Italians Only." Inside the house, the same rule seems to be enforced. The kitchen is commandeered by Caterina Teldeschi. Tomato sauce is simmering on the stove, along with steamed vegetables and rolls of sauteed beef. On 70 acres in various parts of Dry Creek Valley, the Teldeschis grow Zinfandel, Petite Sirah and Carignane, some Cabernet, a little Gamay, some Malvasia, Cinsault and more. "We have some Palomino and French Colombard, too," says John Teldeschi, Frank & Catarina's secondo mascio (second son) "I leave it out for the deer and turkeys. That way they don't eat the other stuff." The vines range in age from one year to ninety years. "Three-quarters of them were planted by my dad," says John, "and most of them are Zinfandel. Zinfandel was his favorite. He always thought it would be what it is today."
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Directions
From US-101: Take the Dry Creek Road exit and go west approximately 3 miles. Turn right at Lambert Bridge Road and go up the hill.
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1995 Moscato Frontignan
Golden amber hue with sweet floral notes of wild flower, rose pedal and lavender in the nose. Sweet, fruity palate paints a watercolor of the late Fall harvest. Honeysuckle accentuates a harmonious finish that lasts on the palate. 14.4% alcohol.
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1995 Zinfandel, Dry Creek Valley
Black opaque color, seductive aromas and dark fruit flavors integrated with subtle clove spice throughout the mid taste. Blackberry jam comes through in the finish to compliment briary fruit tannins. Opens up nicely during a meal with firm acidity. 14.2% alcohol.
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1996 Zinfandel, Dry Creek Valley
Wild Raspberry nose, jammy cranberry flavors and nutmeg spices arrange this amiable wine. Vibrant acidity blends with fruit tannins that fill the finish and offer a perfect compliment to any meal. Our '96 vintage wines taste so nice right now. 14.2% alcohol.
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1997 Petite Sirah, Dry Creek Valley
Dark 'inky' complexion. Dusty, black cherry nose. Rich dark fruits layered with subtle clove spice. The fruit, acidity and complexity are perfectly balanced and quite pleasant now. Serve with rich sauces, stews or sip by the fireplace. Age 15-20 years.
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1997 TERRANOVA, Dry Creek Valley
Proprietary red blend of Carignane, valdiguie zinfandel, and petite shirah, which honors the father, Frank, who first started farming the family vineyards in 1946. Earthy wild berry aromas expose the dark fruit flavors of currant and spicy cassis. The fruit tannins hint the longevity of this great vintage. A versatile wine meant for all foods. 14.2% alcohol.
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1997 Zinfandel, Dry Creek Valley
Fruity, big and bodacious. Quintessential Dry Creek Valley zin hits the mark with concentrated dark fruit aromas and blackberry jam flavors layered with sweet oaky components. Dark chocolate texture and dark fruit tannins forge this well crafted wine. 14.2% alcohol.
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1998 Petite Sirah, Dry Creek Valley
Deep purple in the glass, surprisingly soft on the palate. Imagine the smell of a blackberry patch on a warm summer day after a light rain, the fruit and earthiness come together magically in this wine. Firm tannins promote the smooth round mouth feel and support a long finish.
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1998 TERRANOVA, Dry Creek Valley
Proprietary red blend of Carignane, valdiguie zinfandel, and petite shirah, which honors the father, Frank, who forst started farming the family vineyards in 1946. This wine exudes floral raspberry, eucalyptus and violet fragrances. A burst of red fruit flavors lead to bright acidity and is balanced with ripe raspberry flavors and smooth fruit tannins. Serve with "lite' fare to best compliment this wine. 13.8% alcohol.
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1998 Zinfandel, Dry Creek Valley
This is a dynamic, complex, sturdy wine. Bright fruits appear in the fore-palate while dark fruits build with subtle spice through the middle. The refined consistency finishes to balance the body's firm acidity and fine grain fruit tannins. 13.8% alcohol.
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1999 Petite Sirah, Dry Creek Valley
Huge and jammy, dark purple-black color entice you to breathe deeply. Big vibrant, fruit takes its' place on center stage while the lenthy finish and hughe mouht feel demand an encore. Serve with boldly flavored foods. 14.3% alcohol.
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2000 Cinque Terre, Reserve, Dry Creek Valley
A diamond in the rough, this blen is a classic meant to age and groiw to into its' sophistication. The compellation of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Carignane and Petite Shirah meld a unique red blend. Spicy cherry, wild blackberry and plump blueberry aromas and flavrs create world-class complexity. The broad mouthfeel is layered through the middle and leads to full fruit tannins.
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2001 Reserve Zinfandel
Dark and inky, with a lovely black cherry nose. Huge mouth-feel with a long lingering finish of slightly sweet fruit. Roundplums lead to prickly berries with a hint of nutmeg and clove. Elegantly crafted to age 10 years, but so tasty now you would't want to pass it by. 15.2% alcohol 150 cases produced.
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2002 Zinfandel Port, Dry Creek Valley
This port has the upfront fruit of your favorite Teldeschi zinfandel with a bright sweet wild-berry nose. Its's dark ruby color please the eye while the chocolate gelato finish reminds you of that long ago summer in italy. Designed to drink young and fruity.
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2003 Pink Zinfandel
Perfect Summer quaff. Light strawberry accents compliment the blush hue. Crisp fruit and sweet taste dry out to a clean finish. Not a massacre of the noble red zinfandel, rather grown for the early harvested varietal. 13.5% alcohol.
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