Red

Ancient Vines Zinfandel

Cline

California · California Other · United States

Ancient Vines Zinfandel

Fact sheet

Type
Red
Grape
Zinfandel
Country
United States
Region
California · California Other
Appellation
California
Body
full
Acidity
medium
Tannin
medium
Sweetness
medium

Food pairing

barbecue · grilled meats · stews · dark chocolate

Rated vintages

  • 200983 pts

    Simple and hot, with unevenly ripened flavors of raspberries and mint. Some portion of Cline's very old vines in Oakley add richness.

  • 200785 pts

    Rich in spicy, briary berry-cherry and chocolate fruit, with ultra-smooth tannins, and just enough acidity to cut through barbecue sauce. It's a bit sweet and Porty on its own.

  • 199889 pts

    Big, toothsome wine, chewy and assertive. Cline fans will recognize the style: brambly, peppery, with enormous vitality and punch. Bright, spicy fruit backed with good acids and just enough toast.