The most noticeable unique characteristic of the TRIBU Malbec has to be the pronounced pepperiness all the way through from nose to finish. This peppery quality is rather pleasant; I just wish it didn't overshadow the rest of its characteristics.

And perhaps that spice is trying to compensate for something this wine lacks. it's difficult to actually pinpoint what it is missing. I can only use words like "thin" and "hollow" to describe that missing aspect. I do feel that whatever this wine is missing (and it is missing something), it's akin to forgetting to add salt when cooking food, which has the purpose of bringing out and enhancing the flavors.
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Not a bad wine for the cheap price of under 10$. Its berries don't predominate but they are there. You feel an initial sweetness that is smooth, then the sting of alcohol comes through,  but none of this is new or unique. What does make this wine stand out a little better is its more unique finish, which reminds me of that mineral-like and bitter aftertaste a grapefruit might hold. Not the flavour of grapefruit, just the bitter aftertaste you get with it. 

After reading an article on the company's marketing of this wine - the use of the word "smooth" which is really classing up the term "sweet" and seeing the target consumer group they are going for -  I understand this wine a bit more. They are going for that young wine consumer group which this wine would fit perfect for indeed. It has a sweetness that draws the youth in, the higher alcohol by volume that all young drinkers want to see, and its gulpable, juicy and fruity enough to captivate its youthful audience. 

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A decent wine. It holds dark berry flavours but what shines through is the big kick in the alcohol and spicy heat department. I wouldn't mind this wine for the right meal, something juicy and high in protein or fat with a bold flavour. The next year's vintage apparently has less alcohol which might make it more balanced if it keeps the rest of its attributes. I will have to try it out some time and compare.

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Bottom of the Bottle:

While I appreciate a good white wine less focused on fruits, this came with a bitter bite and an after taste of dried fruits and vegetables that I could not get use to. Other reviewers have described this wine as tasting like asparagus and green figs, holding off-dry lemony flavours and balance. I'm not certain if balance works, as there is this prominent bitterness to the wine that I can't help but over-focus on. I agree with lemony but not so much the off-dry. Off-dry signifies sweetness in there and I do not come across any sweetness in this wine. If asparagus means unripe or overripe, bitter asparagus then I could agree with that description to some extent. I don't know the flavour of green figs but I don't see ripe figs in this wine at all. Overall, this could be a descent wine for someone else, just not me. 

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What I constantly come back to with every sip...actually every gulp, is that this would make a great starter, or universally appeasing, red wine. You know, that type of red wine you pick up when you are not sure if the person or people you are picking it up to share with even like red wine or wine in general. Its quite low on the tannin side, moderate on the acids, nice sturdy alcohol content, sweet but not overly so, good berries with familiar chocolate and cola flavours. It's whole-heartedly gulpable; and while its character is not all that unique, while nothing about it stands out with a bang, everything about it comes together cohesively in a beautiful combination of flavours which speak to a familiar side, making it enjoyable, especially for those new to wine.


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Bottom Of the Bottle:

So there IS flavour to Bubbly wine. Who knew. Its still hard to pick out and there isn't much in the way of complexity and depth but I most definitely see the usefulness of sparking wine for foods with heavy oil or creamy fats. I would definitely remind individuals to not drink the wine until after you are done with the bite of food as the bubbly will do away with the flavour and texture like paint thinner on paint. 

The fancy cap gives this wine an extra day's life but it died right down by the third day. I like the strawberry flavour of this particular sparkling beverage but do yearn for more complexity. For the price, I can't really complain. 

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BOTTOM OF THE BOTTLE (BOTTOM LINE):

It took me awhile to understand this wine but I'm finally getting an idea of its character. It doesn't taste of fruits at all, it tastes of the peels and skins and rinds of fruits mixed with grassy and herbaceous elements. I like the idea of this wine. I do. It has unfathomable potential in today's cuisine world geared towards the exotic of eastern spices and lighter components. This wine posses the exotic. Many say that wine was not meant to pair with eastern dishes and spice. But an exotic dish needs an exotic wine. This isn't a wine for lovers of the fruit flavours of wine. This is for those who seek something else. I saw a review for the 2011 white beach house blend and in this review by the Good Wine Guru it was said best with "the best description of the 2011 Beach House White is “green”. There’s plenty of citrus on the nose and in the mouth, but a hint of herbaceous notes comes through on the finish, and while that’s certainly not a bad thing, I also know it’s not for everybody. "

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Personally I found the price a little steep for the alcohol level, youth and simplicity in character. Perhaps other vintage might fare better with their higher alcohol content. They may then contain bigger and more layered flavours. If you are looking to get drunk, the alcohol content is far too low to do that while sharing the bottle. Either don't pick this one to get drunk on, or don't share. If you like apple juice, this might be the bottle for you! With the soft light body and flavour I would suggest making this more of a summer drink in the sun to have on its own or paired with lighter flavoured foods sporting similar lemon or lime characteristics.


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BOTTOM OF THE BOTTLE (BOTTOM LINE):

The color is deep and rich making its appearance of seductive quality. If you would like a heartier "stewed" or "baked" flavor quality to your berry flavors then try this wine out. Its a bit heavy on the berries due to the stewed quality so its difficult to pick out other aromas and flavors but after some time getting to known the wine, you might be able to see some depth to its character. Its got a good alcohol content and the higher alcohol, tannins and acidity seem to balance well in my opinion. It might be a decent inexpensive example of a wine with good balance and complexity. It would seem better appreciated on colder days or night time and with meals to match its heartiness.

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THE BOTTOM OF THE BOTTLE (BOTTOM LINE): 
  
Medium to full bodied, sweet but not too sweet, medium tannins and acidity so you aren't overwhelmed by a bitter taste or mouth-drying aspect. There is currant tart followed by berry power, hints of spicy pepper and the alcohol warmth on the aftertaste. Great with a peppery steak.

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