Heavyweight Zinfandel – 2009

The name turns out to be something of a misnomer, as this Californian wine – presumed to be a bit of a monster – is much more Old World in style. It is made from old vine Zinfandel from the Lodi AVA (American Viticultural Area) in Central Valley. Very sweet fruit, a little oak, the suggestion of cinnamon. Not a great deal else and a wine to drink not keep, but an attractive everyday drinker. Although I tend to steer clear of the biggest, hottest, heaviest Zins, some, like this, can be very attractive in a less “heavyweight” style.

86/100