Jason Solanki
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Wine lover since 2001! My interest in wine began while touring the factory where they printed the LCBO VINTAGES magazine.
Over time, my passion for wine grew. Now, I am highly regarded by friends and colleagues as a resource for when they need a wine for that special occasion, be it an anniversary, birthday, wedding, gatherings at home, or when they want to impress their special friend or the In-Laws.
Combining my interest in the Internet/web/computers, you can find me at https://vintagewinepicks.blogspot.com where you will find more wine reviews, events and contests.
Reviews
Ventisquero Grey Glacier Single Block Cabernet Sauvignon 2019, Trinidad Vineyard, Valle Del Maipo
Maipo Valley, Chile$19.95
The medium-high to highly aromatic nose is minerally and savoury with dark berry, olive and schisty aromas. The minerally and savoury notes continue on the medium-full bodied palate joined by smoky and dark berry flavours, followed by a tangy mid-palate. It has juicy acids and grippy, youthful tannins. Long, juicy, well-balanced finish. Will reward with time in the cellar and enjoy to the end of the decade. Tasted Nov. 2021. Score: 91+ pts
3.5 Stars
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Poliziano Rosso Di Montepulciano 2019, Doc
Tuscany, Italy$20.95
Blend of 80% Sangiovese and 20% Merlot, the medium-high to highly aromatic nose has a pretty bouquet of sweet red cherries, floral, spices, black cherry, and raspberry with savoury earthy undertones. On the medium-full bodied palate it has red cherry, raspberry, black cherry, and floral flavours wrapped around a savoury, earthy core. There's some warmth on the mid-palate, along with fresh acidity that is juicy and succulent, while the supple tannins have some grip. Savoury, earthy, and even some mineral notes linger on the juicy finish, with very good length. Tasted Feb/2022.
3.5 Stars
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Zuccardi Q Malbec 2020, Uco Valley
Mendoza, Argentina$22.95
This 100% Malbec has a fragrant, medium-high intensity nose that is stony with dark berry, and purple fruit aromas with subtle dark cherry, dried herb, and spice. The lovely stony notes continue on the dry, medium+ bodied palate with dark berry, purple fruit, spice, and plum flavours, all of which are supported by fresh, well-balanced acidity and refined, dusty textured tannins. Stony notes linger on the long, crisp, and balanced finish. Tasted Mar/2022.
3.5 Stars
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Salentein Reserve Malbec 2019, Valle De Uco, Mendoza
Mendoza, Argentina$19.95
Lovely, fresh, intense, dark fruited and savoury nose with aromas of ripe blackberry, blackcurrant, earthy, violet, dried herb, and touches of wood spice. It's full-bodied, structured, and concentrated with savoury, earthy, dark currant, blackberry, black cherry, and dried herb flavours. Acids are juicy and succulent, while the youthful, fine-grained tannins have some grip and will soften with some time in the cellar. Structured with savoury, earthy, and wood flavours joined by some tangy berry notes lingering on the long finish. Tasted Feb/2022. Score: 90+ pts
3.5 Stars
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Domaine Bousquet Gran Malbec 2018, Valle De Uco, Mendoza
Mendoza, Argentina$21.25
Blend of 85% Malbec, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Merlot, and 5% Syrah. The medium-high intensity nose is rich and dark with fine wood spice aromas layered over blackberry, currant, cassis, violet, and vanilla. Full-bodied, structured, and dry on the palate with lightly tangy blackberry, herb, black currant, cassis, wood spice flavours with touches of pepper. Fresh, juicy acids whet the palate, while the youthful tannins have some grip. Savoury wood and spice notes linger on the structured finish, with very good length. Tasted Apr/2022. Score: 90+ pts
3.5 Stars
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Mazzei Fonterutoli Chianti Classico 2019, Docg
Tuscany, Italy$24.95
This blend of 90% Sangiovese, 5% Malvasia Nera, and 5% Colorino has a medium-high intensity nose that is savoury and earthy, revealing red cherry and florals over time. It's light-to-mid-weighted with pleasing aroma replays that are both and savoury and fruity. There's a touch of grip, along with fresh, balanced acidity. Very good length on the savoury finish. Tasted May 2022.
3.5 Stars
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Château Hauchat 2019, Ac Fronsac
Bordeaux, France$18.95
100% Merlot. The fresh, intense, and perfumed aromas offer lovely red fruited notes of raspberry, cherry, currant, floral rose, and sweet wood spices. On the ripe, sunny, medium-full bodied, and lightly structured palate it has lovely balanced aroma replays, plus sandalwood notes on the flavour profile that are supported by fresh, juicy acidity and smooth, refined, and supple tannins. Dusty textured on the mid-palate, while savoury graphite, mineral nuances join the red fruited and sweet spice notes on the long, elegant, and balanced finish. Tasted Mar/2022. Score: 90+ pts
3.5 Stars
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Esporao Reserva Red 2019, D.O.C. Alentejo
Alentejo, Portugal$28.95
Blend of Alicante Bouschet, Touriga Nacional, Aragonez, Syrah, Trincadeira, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Touriga Franca. The medium+ intensity nose seems a bit shy, offering aromas of sweet wood spice, sandalwood, and ripe dark berries, blackberry, and hints of licorice. It is also very ripe on the medium-full bodied palate with youthful, gritty tannins and fresh acidity. Dark berry, blackberry, sweet wood spice, sandalwood, and licorice flavours on the palate, turning savoury and smoky on the finish, with very good length. Tasted Dec. 2022.
3.5 Stars
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Del Rio Vineyard Estate Pinot Gris 2020, Rogue Valley, Willamette Valley
Oregon, Usa$18.95
Fresh, bright, medium+ intensity nose has lovely floral, grapefruit, citrus, and pear aromas. It's medium+ bodied on the nicely textured palate with candied ginger, spice, citrus, and peach flavours in a slightly off-dry profile that's balanced with clean, fresh acidity. Very good length on the long, spiced finish. Tasted June 2022.
3.5 Stars
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Lamole Di Lamole Blue Label Chianti Classico 2019, Docg
Tuscany, Italy$26.95
Tasted May 2022. Score: 88+ pts
3.5 Stars
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