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
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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Jip Jip Rocks Shiraz 2009, Padthaway, South Australia
South Australia, Australia$16.95
Screw top. Ripe red fruits, blackberry and currants aromas with touch of barnyard. Uncomplicated and quite straightforward with currant and blackberry flavours on the palate. Fresh tasting with very nicely integrated oak, not your typical big Aussie Shiraz. A very good, everyday, house-style of table wine. Tasted Mar/2012.
3.5 Stars
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Villa Maria Private Bin Sauvignon Blanc 2011, Marlborough
New Zealand$16.95
2012 vintage. Fresh gooseberry, asparagus, grassy and lime aromas. Hints of citrus aromas at the tail end. Loads of gooseberry, cat pee and grass on the palate. Well-balanced with a medium-long finish. Tasted Oct/2012.
3.5 Stars
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Flat Rock The Rusty Shed Chardonnay 2010, VQA Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$24.95
Fresh aromas of apple, pear, butter and some oak which all follow through very smoothly on the palate. Juicy, with creamy body and finishing clean. Very nice! Tasted June 2012.
3.5 Stars
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Tawse Sketches Of Niagara Chardonnay 2010, VQA Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$19.95
Intense apple, pear, butter and peach aromas with replays on the palate. Extra dry wine that is medium-bodied and very smooth, with a lengthy finish. Nice!! Tasted Sept/2012.
3.5 Stars
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