Cline Ancient Vines Zinfandel 2019
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The 2019 Ancient Vines Zinfandel shows the sumptuous big strawberry character that California Zinfandel is known for. Smooth, well-balanced tannins and fresh acidity, with a touch of vanilla and light toast flavor, make for a very special glass of wine.
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The grapes for this juicy, fragrant red are from deep-rooted, dry-farmed, head-trained vines, some as old as 100 years. Ripe mulberry is accentuated by red tea, brush, and red beet. Elegance ensues, leaving a dash of white pepper on the finish along with wild strawberry and red licorice
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Unapologetically bold, spice-driven and jammy, Zinfandel has secured its title as the darling of California vintners by adapting well to the state's diverse microclimates and landscapes. Born in Croatia, it later made its way to southern Italy where it was named Primitivo. Fortunately, the imperial nursery of Vienna catalogued specimens of the vine, and it later made its way to New England in 1829. Parading the true American spirit, Zinfandel found a new home in California during the Gold Rush of 1849. Somm Secret—California's ancient vines of Zinfandel are those that survived the neglect of Prohibition; today these vines produce the most concentrated, ethereal and complex examples.
A large Northern California appellation centered on the San Francisco Bay Area, the San Francisco Bay AVA falls within the larger Central Coast AVA. The smaller appellations of Livermore Valley, Pacheco Pass, San Ysidro District and Santa Clara Valley AVAs fall within the San Francisco Bay boundaries, and all produce high-quality Central Coast wines.