"Michael Piacentini" > wrote in message
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> Just bottled yesterday and wine tastes really bitter. Is this just because
> it's six months old and will get better in the bottle?
> Doesn't taste like vinegar at all, just bitter.
>
> Thanks,
> Mike

Mike, lemon juice tastes tart (the term "sour" is reserved for wines that
are turning to vinegar). The white material under the skin on grapefruit
tasts bitter. Does your white Zin taste tart or bitter?
lum