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>I attended a retailer sponsored sit down Zinfandel wine tasting. I was
> very disappointed. Almost all the wines were overripe and extremely
> alcoholic. I didn't rate most of them, because I just don't like
> this style of Zin.

> When exactly did California wine makers decide this was the style of
> Zin that consumers want?
>
> Are there really a lot of consumers that like this style of wine?

Probably the same crowd that likes Amarone. I occasionally am in the mood
for a big Zin, but I'll admit they aren't terribly food friendly. Cheese is
about the only thing that they really complement, but who cares?

Tom S