Cline Bridgehead Zinfandel 2006
Saturday, June 07, 2008
If you are in the mood for an over the top, full bodied zin bursting with fruit and oak then the Cline Bridgehead Zin is for you. Its not hot like the Norman Estates Monster, it only comes in at 14.5% . This is fine tho because the flavors come thru instead of the alcohol.
This single vineyard showcases why California Zins are much more than some cheap grocery store wine and why this varietal is worth checking out. The wine starts off with fruit but isn't candy sweet like some low end zins. The oak provides a nice backbone and the finish is long and enjoyable. Its a great summer wine and one you should definitely check out.
If you are not familiar with Cline Vineyards, they are one of 1st ones on your way into Napa Valley and Sonoma. The people are friendly, the wine tasting is free and the wine itself is both inexpensive (Napa Standards) and great tasting. Cline has a number of wines that are in the sub $10 range while others climb upwards to $30.
http://www.clinecellars.com/
Posted by mardenhill 6/07/2008 09:56:00 AM
Labels: Wine
