2001 Cline, Zinfandel, Big Break

Dark. Open nose with cherry, strawberry and eucalyptus aromas. Rich cherry, strawberry, eucalyptus and spice fruit flavors, good acid, moderate soft tannins, and a long fruity finish with a aftertaste of mint. Some people might be turned off by the mint and eucalyptus in this big Zinfandel, but I find it very attractive. It is ready to drink but will hold for at least 5 more years. This wine is made from 100-year-old head trained vines. I’m not sure what the price on this wine was, but the 2003 from this vineyard is $28 list. My rating is 90.