The 2009 Zinfandel California (80,000 cases produced) is a straightforward, jammy, richly fruity effort that makes a mockery of many overpriced Zinfandels. It delivers plenty of briery, peppery, spicy fruit in a medium-bodied, luscious format meant to be consumed over the next 1-2 years. This is the finest portfolio of value-priced wines from Cline Cellars that I have tasted to date.Tel. (707) 940-4030; Fax (707) 940-4034

An awkward, unbalanced wine. Has green, vegetal flavors alongside sweet candied raspberries.——S.H.(8/1/2011)—— 82