I never liked Zelda. That is until I discovered the NES Zelda's. I grew up with the Super Nintendo. So when I came up RPGs and adventure games were unappealing, neverending, tedious chores that had nothing to do with the fun that was Super Mario Bros., Street Fighter, Super Metroid, StarFox etc.
I feel "A Link To The Past" is the best ever Zelda. My brother, who's younger than me, swears Ocarina of Time is the best Zelda. I am sure there are kids in their teens now that feel Skyward Sword is the best Zelda.