Jason Solanki

Bodega Séptima Séptimo Día Malbec 2011, Mendoza

Black cherry and sweet plum aromas from the cork. Medium-high intensity aromas from the glass which feature a sweet juicy core of blackberries, plum, and some cherry, with hints of vanilla. Medium-full bodied with racy acidity. Dark plum, dark currant, tar and oak on the palate. Integrated tannins and long, bitter, cocoa-tinged finish. Nicely balanced throughout! Tasted Dec./2013.

Cusumano Noà 2008

Aromas of chalk, prune and raisin follow through on the palate. Dusty tannins with medium acidity and long finishing. Tasted Apr/2013.

Bouchard Père & Fils Beaune Premier Cru Beaune Du Château 2009, Beaune

Medium+ aromas with beetroot, earthy, bitter forest floor and mushroom nose. Low-to-medium bodied with earthy and cherry flavours on the palate. Has refined tannins, balanced acids, and elegant spice on a long, clean finish. Tasted Apr/2014.

Featherstone Onyx 2010, VQA Niagara Peninsula

The 20 best barrels blended with 60% Cabernet Franc and 40% Merlot aged in French oak make up this wine. Lush red fruits and kirsch aromas. Medium-bodied and very smooth with red fruits on the palate. Finely-grained tannins and a long finish. A delight! Tasted Sept/2012.

La Ferme Du Mont Le Ponnant Côtes Du Rhône Villages 2011

Grenache-dominated blend. Medium-high intensity aromas of lush blackberry, black fruits, and hints of oak. Medium-full bodied with smooth, integrated tannins. Complex palate consists of dark currants, exotic spices, and hints of violets and oak. Has mouth-watering acidity and a lingering finish. Very nice and highly recommended! Tasted July/2013.

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Domaine Chevallier Chablis 2010, Ac

White grapefruit, lemon and mineral aromas from the cork. Honeyed fruit, baked apple, with whiffs of mineral and nutty aromas of medium intensity from the glass. On the palate, it's medium-to-full bodied and dry with pleasing aroma replays. Very bright acids linger through to the long, minerally finish. Good balance overall. Recommended. Tasted June/2015.

La Ferme Du Mont Côtes Jugunda Gigondas 2010, Ap

Blend of 80% Grenache and 20% Syrah. Medium-intensity aromas of ripe red fruits and red currants that are clear and focused. Medium-full bodied with currant, spice and cedar flavours on the palate. Smooth, velvety tannins and a medium-long finish. Would pair nicely with seasoned poultry. Tasted July/2013.

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Lapostolle Cuvée Alexandre Apalta Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2011

Made with organic grapes and is blended with 7% Cab Franc and 5% Syrah. Low-to-medium intensity aromas of cassis, red fruits and oak aromas. Full-bodied with chalky tannins that are integrating nicely. Cedar, black fruit, cassis and sour cherry on the palate. Mouth-watering acidity and a smooth, lengthy finish. Tasted June/2013.

Mission Hill Riesling Reserve 2011, BC VQA Okanagan Valley

Crisp petrol, honey, and lime aromas of medium intensity, with hints of minerality. It's off-dry with a palate consisting of peach, citrus and tropical fruits. Balanced throughout with a fine seam of acidity that makes it very food-friendly. Lengthy finish. Nice! Tasted Sept/2013.

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Huff Estates Winery Off Dry Riesling 2012, On Prince Edward County

Because of the VQA Ontario designation, this will contain Niagara fruit, as well as County fruit. Medium-high intensity aromas of beeswax, petrol and minerals. Medium-full bodied with bracing acids. Off-dry in sweetness with lime and peach palate. Long finish that's a bit tart and a touch hot. Tasted Apr/2014.