Zinfandel's Big Question

While 2001 does shine, how ripe is too ripe?

The 2001 vintage for Zinfandel is shaping up as the variety's best year since 1997. While I don't think it's the breakout year that many do, it has warmed the hearts of Zinfandel producers who think the.....

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