Although the taste of Cline Cellars' Ancient Vines Zinfadadel is rather complex, it is a very approachable red wine that could be enjoyed even by people who aren't fans of red wines generally or California Zinfadels in particular. Medium-dry with soft tannins, the smooth taste is both a little bit fruity and a little bit peppery. It's not at all harsh, given how strong the alcohol content is.