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A BIT ABOUT US

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Mark and Tim

Who We Are

What do you get when you combine passion, friendship, and a healthy dose of joie de vivre? Our wines are like a dream come true.  It has always been the dream of our founders, Tim and Mark, to produce extraordinary wines that could rival any import.  From Tim and Mark's desire to build and our love of wine, we've created Timark Wines, a boutique vintner showcasing small lots of exceptional wines.  Thanks to the depth and flavor of the fruit we source from superior quality Napa Valley vineyards, we specialize in the limited production of ultra-premium wines that showcase the remarkable quality of the region.

 

We hope you enjoy our wine as much as we've enjoyed creating it for you.


Cheers! 

TIM MCQUILLEN
FOUNDER, ENTREPRENEUR, CKO, WINEMAKER

An entrepreneur at heart, Tim McQuillen likes to roll up his sleeves and get his hands dirty. As Chief Knowledge Officer, Tim is responsible for Information Systems/Information Technology, Business Process refinement, Culture, Facilities, and Intellectual Property/Patent Library. A technology industry veteran with expertise in SaaS, cloud-based and high-performance systems, Tim has been driving innovations in email for more than 15 years. In 2002, Tim co-founded StrongMail (now StrongView), a Sequoia and Globespan backed email and cross-channel marketing solution for enterprises. Tim served as StrongMail's Chief Information Officer from 2002 to early 2013. Tim was instrumental in building and running the services, support, training, facilities, IT/IS, intellectual Property and OnDemand SaaS business for StrongMail.

 

Tim has the innate ability to see an opportunity, understand what's needed to make it a reality, and the drive to see it through to fruition - and he is now applying those very talents to his latest passion: winemaking. Together with his partner in wine Mark Brown, Tim has created Timark wines, a boutique winery committed to make exceptional wines sourced from the best vineyards. Creativity, attention to detail, passion and an insatiable drive for perfection - these are ingredients of successful businesses and unforgettable wine.

MARK A. BROWN
FOUNDER

Jack of all trades - Mark has dabbled in the creative arts of writing, filmmaking, podcasting, publishing, and most recently in game making, but his passion has always been in technology and customer service. Hired by Tim McQuillen as the first Technical Support Engineer at StrongMail Systems, he is now VP of Global Support, managing an international team encompassing Support, Education Services and Delivery Services. He and Tim found that they also shared a drive to try new things and a love of wine, and this led them to the exciting adventure of Timark Wines, which they are now excited to share with you. We hope you enjoy it as much as we've enjoyed making it.

KIAN TAVAKOLI
CONSULTING WINEMAKER - 2008/2010 CABERNET SAUVIGNON & 2010 SAUVIGNON BLANC

Kian Tavakoli is a Napa Valley veteran and UC Davis graduate of Viticulture and Enology who got his start at Opus One winery as their enologist. Four years later, he was hired as one of Clos Du Val's winemakers where he managed their Cabernet wines, including their highly-acclaimed reserve bottling; all the while expanding on his winemaking experience by helping with the production of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Zinfandel. With over 15 years of winemaking, operations and viticulture experience, Kian brings a stellar combination of sensory and production skills to Timark Wines.

KYLE LOUDON
CONSULTING WINEMAKER - 2009-PRESENT PINOT NOIR

Learn more about Kyle and his awesome wines at Coterie Cellars.

TESS GARMAN
ARTIST - TIMARK OTTER

Tess Garman is a freelance artist and illustrator who has a degree in wildlife and scientific illustration. You can see more of Tess' artwork here.

Mark and Tim

Awards

Timark Wine 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon
2008 FINALIST
AFFAIRS OF THE VINE CABERNET SHOOTOUT

Female: Vanilla and red cherry on the nose with some nice barnyard notes. Cherry and black cherry flavors on entry quickly followed by big tooth coating tannins. Then the fruit is there…needs time for the tannins to tame. 87 points

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Male: Medium garnet as the wine pours. Nice wine! It’s got it all. Black fruit, smoke, and earth in the nose with some nice barrel toast elements. The palate is precise. Nice balance of fruit and tannin. The finish is longer than expected. Should continue to age nicely. 88 points

Timark wine 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon
2010 GOLD MEDAL WINNER
AFFAIRS OF THE VINE CABERNET SHOOTOUT

Female: Black cherry, sour cherry and earth notes on the nose. Tight on entry opening to black raspberry flavors with a flood of savory spice. Well made. Needs time (or decant next time) and this baby will come together beautifully. 90 points
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Male: Inky garnet red. Quiet nose of leather and cassis. Solid red currant palate with ample linear expansive mouthfeel. Good finish. Textbook structure, nose and palate. 91 points

Timark Wine 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon
2011 GOLD MEDAL WINNER
AFFAIRS OF THE VINE CABERNET SHOOTOUT

Female: The nose is distinctly Cabernet Sauvignon...vanilla, cocoa powder, mint, floral, dark rich fruit, sweet black cherry with pepper and herbal complements. Dark Bing cherry flavors complemented by pepper and minerals. Delicious fruit on the palate. Nice smooth mouthfeel. Great mid-palate and finish. Chalky texture. Nicely integrated. Lovely acidity. 91 points

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Male: Aromatics of black cherry with barrel notes accented by dried herbs and floral notes offer up a distinct Old World charm. Palate replicates nicely from aromatics with accent on the black cherry core framed by brown spice, leather and toast. Medium tannins accent the generous finish. 88 points

Timark wine 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon
2012 GOLD MEDAL WINNER
AFFAIRS OF THE VINE CABERNET SHOOTOUT

Female: Black licorice aromas…very inviting! Black cherry and sour cherry flavors at the core are deftly wrapped with oak. Lovely acid on the finish. 90 points

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Male: Dark, rich and appealing in the glass. The aromas are big and bold, coffee bean, raspberry fruit with a touch of mint. Round and lush on the palate with the red cherry, cranberry and chocolate. Beautifully defined finish. 90 points

Timark wine 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon
2016 GOLD MEDAL WINNER
AFFAIRS OF THE VINE CABERNET SHOOTOUT

Female: Black licorice aromas…very inviting! Black cherry and sour cherry flavors at the core are deftly wrapped with oak. Lovely acid on the finish. 90 points

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Male: Dark, rich and appealing in the glass. The aromas are big and bold, coffee bean, raspberry fruit with a touch of mint. Round and lush on the palate with the red cherry, cranberry and chocolate. Beautifully defined finish. 90 points

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