Tree Kilpatrick

9.0

This was the Rosé of the Cremant. It’s got plenty of apricot and other stone fruit on the nose and in the mouth. Complex and interesting. Beautiful in the glass. A great sparkling wine at a good price. — 3 days ago

Tree Kilpatrick

8.9

This is sparkling Rose. Lovely color. Smells citrus and berry ish. Also rainwater. Flavors are very tart and juicy. Clean. Hint of stone fruit. — 6 days ago

Tree Kilpatrick

8.8

Big ole heavy bottle for aging. Striking label style. And 92 points! (Wine Enthusiast). Color is deep. Plum skins. Aroma of steak, soil and mulberry juice. Perhaps some wet mountain rocks too. Flavors are good. Classic cassis and plenty of rocks too. Pretty smooth operator. Classic Cal Cab experience. I’ve invested much more than the 6-7 bucks this was at grocery outlet for much less impressive Cabs. Well worth those 92 points. — 7 days ago

Tree Kilpatrick

8.9

This was a very nice balanced champagne. Fizzy and effervescent as could be. Citrus and mineral water. Liked it a lot. — 3 days ago

Tree Kilpatrick

8.9

Smells lovely. Berry and earth. Flavors are lovely. Elegant and balanced. Complex and fresh. Berry sauces. Light though. Elegant. — 5 days ago

Tree Kilpatrick

9.0

Very hipster tattoo styled label. 52% Petite Verdot, 25% Cab Sauv, 23% Malbec. Dark, dark maroon color. Aroma is gravel and molasses. Maybe a hint of berry. Flavors are beefy and big. Lots of dried black cherry. Some molasses. Tannins are well represented. Has that classic Matchbook herbal streak. This went well with the lamb and mushroom dish I made. A great blend. Lots of zip and zing. Delicious. — 6 days ago

Tree Kilpatrick

9.0

Still very good Pinot for a great price. Label needs work. — 11 days ago

Tree Kilpatrick

8.6

This one is the Pinot Noir. First tried it at Hardly Strictly Bluegrass in SF. This is my second or third bottle. Has a good color. Hint of a rusty edge. Smells of candied fruits and jellies. Slightest hint of hot wood chips. Flavors are very clean and crisp. Cherry jolly ranchers. Hint of funk in the finish. Horehound candy perhaps. This isn’t fine. Bit simple, but flavorful and on point for a cheap CA Pinot Noir. — 3 days ago

Tree Kilpatrick

9.4

Picked this up when all the Avensole Winery wines ended up at grocery outlet. Meh label, but that is superfluous since the winery folded. Lovely color. Violets and roses in the glass. Aroma is funky. Hint of matches. Just a slight barnyard in there too. Butterscotch and berries? Is that a thing lol. Flavors are lovely and on point for fine Syrah. Berries, rocks, wild mushrooms, and pork. Tannins are pucker-y and perfect. Hint of smoke and some black olives. Dense and complex. This is excellent Syrah. Hope the new owners can make a similar quality vino. I’ll go by next time I pass by Temecula. — 6 days ago

Tree Kilpatrick

8.8

Been in the fridge a minute this guy. Label is straight forward, but kinda arty. Lovely golden to brassy hue. Aroma of wet limestone and lemon water. Flavors are fresh and interesting. Hint of beeswax, plenty of Meyer lemons and grapefruit peels. Simple finish. Hint of herbs like sage, oregano and marjoram. Almost creamy. This is a nice little screwtop white that’s pretty different than the usual suspects. — 8 days ago