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 http://vintagewinepicks.blogspot.com where you will find more wine reviews, events and contests.
Reviews
Vina Tondonia Red Reserva 2006, Rioja Alta
Rioja, Spain$59.95
A blend of 70% Tempranillo, 20% Garnacha, 5% Graciano, and 5% Mazuelo, this medium-high intensity nose of red cherry, strawberry, florals with subtle nuances of forest floor. It is medium-full bodied with supple, integrated, and fine, dusty textured tannins with lovely aroma replays. Acids are very good, while the mid-palate has a slightly tart, sour cherry character. Long, earthy finish. Maturing well, and should continue to drink well into the late 20's. Tasted Oct/2019.
4.5 Stars
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Moët & Chandon Grand Vintage Extra Brut Rosé Champagne 2012, Ac Champagne
Champagne, France$100.95
Tasted Nov/2019.
4.5 Stars
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Château Cos D'estournel Les Pagodes De Cos 2016, Ac Saint Estèphe
Bordeaux, France$91.95
Tasted Nov/2019.
4.5 Stars
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Chateau Mont Redon Chateauneuf Du Pape 2016, Ac
Rhône, France$56.95
A blend of primarily Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre, this fresh red berry, cherry, and raspberry scented Châteauneuf-du-Pape is full-bodied with lovely aroma replays plus spice and licorice flavours. Some stony mineral notes arrive on the mid-palate. Acids are fresh and well-balanced while tannins have some structure. Poised, persistent finish with excellent length. Tasted Nov/2019.
4.5 Stars
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Lornano Gran Selezione Chianti Classico 2012, Docg
Tuscany, Italy$45.95
Made with 85% Sangiovese and 15% Merlot that spent 30 months in new oak barrels, this has a fairly intense and maturing nose of sweet spice with hints of dried cherry and floral, and forest floor aromas. It's medium-full bodied with good fruit concentration and balanced, juicy acids. Very nice aroma replays on the palate, joined by hints of leather. Excellent length on the finish, if a touch hot. Tasted Oct/2019.
4.5 Stars
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Clemens Busch Nonnengarten Pündericher Ortswein Riesling 2016, Vdp
Mosel, Germany$37.95
Sourced from red slate soils on extremely steep slopes, this Riesling has a gorgeous, medium-high intensity and finely balanced aromatic nose with honeyed, waxy, citrus, and peach characters. The crunchy, fruity palate is fairly sweet with lovely aroma replays supported by juicy, bright acidity. Slightly chalky mineral textured on the mid-palate. Excellent length that tapers to a dry finish. Tasted Jan/2020.
4.5 Stars
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Patrick Lesec Galets Blonds Châteauneuf Du Pape 2017, Ac
Rhône, France$60.95
Rich, medium-high intensity aromas deliver ripe blackberry, raspberry, and smoky crushed rocks with touches of pepper spice. It's medium-full to full-bodied on the palate with lovely aroma replays joined by some dried herb and gentle oak spice flavours. Good fruit concentration holds up well to the slightly warming alcohol, lifted by mouthwatering acidity. Fine-grained, slightly chalky tannins are nicely textured. Stony mineral, wood spice, and blackberry notes linger on the long finish, with excellent length. Tasted Sept/2020.
4.5 Stars
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Seghesio Cortina Zinfandel 2016, Dry Creek Valley
California, Usa$61.95
From vines planted in 1972 on gravelly loam soils called Cortina. The medium-high intensity aromatics seem a bit shy, offering subtle bramble, blackberry, and baking spice notes. The full-bodied, concentrated palate is dry and spicy with more dark berry flavours and polished tannins. Vibrant acidity lifts while the long finish has touches of stony minerality. Still quite young and will improve with time. Tasted Apr/2019.
4.5 Stars
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