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
Hecht & Bannier Côtes Du Roussillon Villages 2010
Languedoc, France$20.25
Blend of Grenache, Carignan, Cinsault, Syrah, Mourvèdre, and Lladoner Pelut. Highly intense aromas of red & black fruits, spice, herbal and minerals. Full-bodied pepper, mineral, garrigue and hints of oak on the palate. Has mouth-watering acidity, integrated tannins and a long finish. Big wine. Tasted Nov/2013.
3.5 Stars
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Remhoogte Estate Wine 2006, Wo Simonsberg
Stellenbosch, South Africa$18.95
A blend of 40% Merlot, 23% Cabernet Sauvignon, 22% Shiraz, and 15% Pinotage. Plum and oak aromas from the cork. Medium-high intensity aromas of menthol, eucalyptus, licorice and bramble from the glass. Medium-full bodied with lively acids. Palate is warm with spice, mulberry, dark cherry and vanillan oak flavours. Tannis are firm, but ripe. Finishes long, bitter and smooth. Delicious. Could have been aged another 2-3 years, but enjoyable now. Recommended buy. Tasted Dec/2013.
3.5 Stars
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Treana Red 2009, Paso Robles
California, Usa$39.95
A blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Syrah and high 15% alc/vol. Dark fruits and sweet vanillan aromas. Full bodied with grippy tannins and very good acidity. More dark fruits, black cherry and oak on the palate with hints of mocha. Has a long finish. Drinking well now, but can be enjoyed over the next 5 years. Tasted Feb/2013.
3.5 Stars
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Rosehall Run Pinot Noir Jcr Estate, Prince Edward County 2010, Prince Edward County
Ontario, Canada$39.00
Highly aromatic with cherry, strawberry, beetroot and oak on the nose. Medium-bodied with nice aroma replays and mouth-watering acids. Tannins are firm, yet feel light. Finish is long and spicy. Tasted Apr/2014.
3.5 Stars
Sue Ann Staff Grace's Dry Riesling 2011, VQA Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$14.75
Dry with peach and petrol aromas. Palate has refreshing acidity with flavours of lime, floral and gooseberry. Round mouthfeel and easy drinking. Tasted May/2013.
3.5 Stars
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Loimer Grüner Veltliner Trocken 2011, Dac Kamptal
Austria$19.95
Screw cap. Medium-high intense aromas of lemon, flint and mineral waft from the glass. It's medium-bodied and extra dry with lemon/mineral replays and some zesty citrus on the palate. Lots of spice arriving on the mid-palate which fades away to reveal a zesty and oily texture. Lively acidity with a long, mineral-driven finish. Very nice. Tasted Nov/2013.
3.5 Stars
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Bodega Séptima Séptimo Día Malbec 2011, Mendoza
Mendoza, Argentina$15.95
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.
3.5 Stars
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Cusumano Noà 2008
Sicily, Italy$22.95
Aromas of chalk, prune and raisin follow through on the palate. Dusty tannins with medium acidity and long finishing. Tasted Apr/2013.
3.5 Stars
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Bouchard Père & Fils Beaune Premier Cru Beaune Du Château 2009, Beaune
Burgundy, France$36.95
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.
3.5 Stars
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Featherstone Onyx 2010, VQA Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$24.25
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.
3.5 Stars
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