Tree Kilpatrick

9.1

Simple label. But kinda classy. This is a unique wine. Not a Grenache style I’m familiar with. Eucalyptus. Sarsaparilla. Cola. Berries. It’s fairly intense and explosive in flavor. There are some interesting flavors. It’s a very strange and enjoyable wine from Down Under. — 7 hours ago

Tree Kilpatrick

9.0

Simple label. Surfer vibes. Like a surfboard brand. Back label says they are farmers making wine. Bit higher ABV at %15. Excellent color. A deeper red than some Zin, but still on point for Zin. Aroma is bricks in the sun, cap guns and berry jelly. Flavors are great. Zin-ful, but also hint funky. Wild strawberries from a forest with pine needles around. Great bite of acidic zing. This is aging well. A classy, classic Paso Zin. — 2 days ago

Tree Kilpatrick

8.7

This is called ‘Héroes 86’ Malbec. It’s a special tribute to the World Cup champions of Argentina from 1986. There is a photo of two hands clutching the World Cup trophy on the label. The wine is dark as night. Purple. Aromas are inky and earthy. Hint of black licorice. Hint floral as well with some violet and iris notes. It’s got decent flavors. Get the anise, licorice bit. Fairly dense with a tannic bite. It avoids the grape punch, candy trappings of many cheaper Arg Malbec’s. This is pretty good wine. Worthy of that team that won it all. Lost out to the Spanish Marselan wine and soccer team this time though. — 5 days ago

Tree Kilpatrick

8.7

This is a blend of Bordeaux grapes and southern France grapes. So Merlot and Grenache, Syrah and the two Cabs. The label is ok. Bronze ink I guess. Pretty deep dark color. Aroma is coffee and earth. Hunt of fruits. Flavors aren’t bad. Pretty smooth for a frenchie. More new world style. Get a bit of the coffee on the finish. Or maybe more mocha. I thought I was getting a Bordeaux with the drawing on the label and the Chateau name. It’s kinda like a Bordeaux, but with a breeze of the ripe, sunny south in it. — 8 hours ago

Tree Kilpatrick

8.7

This one is Hawk and Hunter, Barbera, Lodi. Label is eye catching and cool. Color is decent. Ruby with a rusty edge. Smells a bit rusty too. Not fruit driven aromas. Kinda rocks and fermented things. Flavors are easy and smooth. Fruit in the mouth. Cherry liquor and brandy. It’s hot, but it’s got some decent stuff to hold your attention. I guess with the label and the unique Lodi varietal I was hoping for a bit more. It’s good though. — 3 days ago

Tree Kilpatrick

8.8

Funny label. Dark color. Smells earthy. Flavors are full and complex. Supple. Balanced. Lovely stuff. — 7 days ago

Tree Kilpatrick

9.2

Fancy stuff for the World Cup. Maybe the best champagne I’ve had. Smells toasty and slightly bread like. Flavors are citrus and saline. Bright and delicate. Lovely. — 7 days ago

Tree Kilpatrick

8.8

Meh label for these Wish Wine Co wines. Cab is a light blue? Deep color. A maroon to purple hue. Aroma is cut wood, pine forest and berry pastries. Flavor has plenty of cigar box. (Maybe even cigar. Unlit). It’s a big wine. Tannic. Berries of the dark hue. (Currants and boysenberry/marionberry). This is another winner in the Wish line. The blend might be the best, but the Merlot and Cab are good too. — 8 hours ago

Tree Kilpatrick

8.9

Tasting through the Wish Wine Co. selection they are selling at Gross Out for absurdly good prices. ($4-5). Label is pretty BASIC. Lovely color. A shimmery red with a core like classic rose petals. Smells toasty, jammy and a hint funky. Wet rocks. Flavors are excellent. Grippy tannins. Fresh cherry & plum flavors. Bright and interesting. This is great for the price. Has plenty of balance and makes for a good food wine. — 3 days ago

Tree Kilpatrick

8.2

Not a whole lot going on with the label. If I recall this company used to do radio commercials. Color is blood red with a ruby core. Smells like candied cherries, berries and plums. And oak. The sweet vanilla of oak. In the mouth the oak sauce is almost all you taste. This is in the vein of CA red blends like Apothic and Menagé trois. The fruit flavors are drown in a layer of vanilla and caramel. I should got the Merlot. Now I know. — 5 days ago