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
Tawse Growers Blend Pinot Noir 2009, VQA Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$24.95
Simple red fruit aromas which are also found on palate. Not complex. Light- to medium-bodied and slightly acidic. Tannins are chalky. Short finish. Tasted Sept/2012.
3.5 Stars
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Malivoire Ladybug Rosé 2010, VQA Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$15.95
I have purchased this wine in previous vintages and enjoyed it each and every time. It has become a personal favourite. The 2010 features citrus, spring flowers, and strawberry aromas. Watermelon, red berries on the palate. Medium-bodied and feels heavy (not typical of a rosé.) Slightly off-dry. It's well made and definitely recommended. Tasted July/2011.
3.5 Stars
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Les Vignerons D'estézargues La Granacha Signargues 2009, Ac Côtes Du Rhône Villages, Vieilles Vignes, Unfiltered
Rhône, France$17.95
Lovely cherry, brandy, raspberry, earth, pepper aromas. Strong herbal characteristics, some plum and tobacco on the palate; short finishing. Definitely ready to drink now, but lip-smacking tannins would reward cellaring 1-2 years. Tasted July/2011.
3.5 Stars
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Louis Jadot Bourgogne Chardonnay 2009, Burgundy
Burgundy, France$21.95
Fresh and clean apple, pear, touch of oak aromas. Full bodied with apple and pear replays on palate, tinge of citrus. Medium-long finish is a bit hot. Tasted Sept/2012.
3.5 Stars
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Zuccardi Q Tempranillo 2008, Santa Rosa Vineyards, Mendoza
Mendoza, Argentina$19.95
Made with grapes from 40 year-old vines. Aromas of red berries, blackberry join the flavour profile with lots of pepper/spice, and a touch of cola. Letting the wine breathe in glass relieves some of the spiciness. Chewy tannins will reward ageing another 1-2 years. This is definitely a good wine for the BBQ.
3.5 Stars
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Hidden Bench Terroir Caché Meritage 2008, VQA Beamsville Bench, Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$38.20
Blend of 47% Merlot, 22% Cab Franc, 21% Cab Sauv and 10% Malbec. Lots of oak and smoky aromas with underlying dark fruits. Full-bodied with bright acidity and more dark fruit and tobacco flavours on the palate. Grippy tannins could use another 2-3 years in cellar, but drinking well now. Tasted Nov/2012.
3.5 Stars
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Burrowing Owl Chardonnay 2009, VQA Okanagan Valley
British Columbia, Canada$34.95
Medium-intensity and inviting aromas of smoke, pear and hints of sweet fruit. Creamy mouthfeel and medium to full bodied, this white wine has flavours of butterscotch and orchard fruits. Laser-focused acidity and medium-long finish. Tasted June/2013.
3.5 Stars
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Chalone Monterey County Chardonnay 2009, Monterey County
California, Usa$25.25
Cork: Very nice citrus, orange, banana aromas. Lovely butter, toast, banana aromas in the glass. Interesting crisp green apple, plus butter and pear on the palate. Crisp and refreshing. Slightly acidic on the long finish. Very well-made and could have been aged another 1-2 years, but definitely enjoyable now. Tasted Sept/2011.
3.5 Stars
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Château De Flaugergues Cuvée Sommelière 2007, La Méjanelle, Ac Coteaux Du Languedoc
Languedoc, France$17.95
Cork smelled lovely on this one. Delicious aromas of red berries, and wood/earth permeate from the glass. Dried fruit (prune/figs), finishing with milk chocolate and mocha. Medium-full bodied with a clean finish. Could be aged a little longer (1-2 years), but definitely ready to drink now. This wine will go well with the chicken biryani that I'll be enjoying tonight. Tasted Sept/2011.
3.5 Stars
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Inniskillin Barrel Aged Pinot Gris 2010, VQA Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$19.95
Mineral, lime aromas that follow through on palate and joined by spicy and herbal notes at mid-palate towards the crisp finish. Off-dry and enjoyable. Tasted June 2012.
3.5 Stars
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