Tasting- Avery Quinn Zinfandel


Name: Avery Quinn
Variety: Zinfandel
Region: Santa Rosa, California
Country: United States
Year:  2013
Price: $6.95

Shop Review: "Lightly spicy aromas and rich, soothing fruit flavors make this an attractive, lovable and classically proportioned wine. Cherry and rasberry flavors rest on a lightly tannic but smooth texture, and linger on the finish." 

My Review: This red had a fruity smell, but the taste was much spicier than I had initially anticipated. The wine also had a peppery taste that did not appeal to me. 

This wine was tasted with no food. 

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