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
Montes Alpha Special Cuvée Cabernet Sauvignon 2021, Marchigue, Valle De Colchagua
Chile$24.95
Blended with 10% Syrah and 5% Carmenere, this Cabernet Sauvignon is a touch reductive with perfumed and generously intense aromas of ripe blackberry, currant, cassis, and oak spice. The full-bodied palate is dry and creamy with lovely cherry and spice driven aroma replays on the flavour profile. It has very good acidity and well-structured tannins, while the long finish is earthy and tangy. Tasted Nov. 2024. Score: 90+ pts
3.5 Stars
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Volcanes De Chile Tectonia Grenache/Petite Sirah/Mourvèdre 2021, Valle Central
Central Valley, Chile$24.95
This blend of 45% Grenache, 40% Petite Sirah, and 15% Mourvèdre has a medium+ intensity nose featuring Damson plum, dark berry, blackberry, cherry, and raspberry aromas surrounding a core of stony minerals. It's dry and medium-full bodied on the palate with impressive concentration and lovely aroma replays on the flavour profile. Acids are well-balanced, while the tangy, ripe tannins are nicely textured. Tangy with plum and cherry notes on the long finish. Tasted Oct. 2025. Score: 90+ pts
3.5 Stars
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Château Bouscassé Madiran 2019, A.P.
Southwest, France$23.95
Primarily Tannat with Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon in support, this has a fresh, medium-high intensity nose that has ripe black fruits, blackberry, black cherry, currant, herbs, and wood spice aromas. The densely packed aromas echo on the dry, medium-full bodied palate, and is supported by well-structured and approachable tannins. It has a pleasant mouthfeel with well-balanced acidity, while the finish is long and a touch grippy. Tasted Sept. 2024. Score: 90+ pts
3.5 Stars
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Kilikanoon Golden Hillside Shiraz 2020, Clare Valley, South Australia
South Australia, Australia$18.95
Fresh, medium-high intensity nose offers dark fruited aromas of blackberry, black cherry, oak spice, mineral, and black pepper spice. The medium-full to full-bodied palate is dry with a plush mouthfeel and smooth, finely textured tannins, along with very good, juicy, and crisp acidity. The aromas echo on the palate, leading earthy and peppery spice notes on the long finish. Tasted May 2025.
3.5 Stars
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Peter Zemmer Pinot Grigio 2024, D.O.C. Alto Adige
Alto Adige-Trentino, Italy$19.95
The medium+ intensity nose delivers ripe citrus, grapefruit, and lemon aromas with touches of orange peel and stone fruits. It has a dry, medium+ bodied palate with a crunchy mouthfeel and silky, well-balanced acidity. The aromas echo deliciously on the palate, joined by spice, leesy earth, and savoury notes. It's nicely balanced throughout with more savoury, leesy, citrus, and apple notes on the long finish. Tasted Oct. 2025.
3.5 Stars
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Boutari Naoussa Xinomavro 2022, P.D.O. Naoussa, Macedonia
Naoussa, Greece$19.95
The fresh, medium to medium-high intensity nose has tomato, bay leaf, red cherry, floral, and savoury earth aromas. The medium+ bodied palate is dry with smooth, textured tannins and fresh, juicy, and crisp acidity. It has nicely balanced aroma replays on the flavour profile, while the long finish is earthy and savoury. Tasted Aug. 2025. Score: 90+ pts
3.5 Stars
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Château Des Charmes Vidal Icewine 2006, VQA Niagara On The Lake (200ml)
Ontario, Canada$25.95
Tasted 2008 version. Icewine goodness from the cork - apricot, honey aromas. Peach and honey aromas from the glass. Syrupy mouthfeel with notes of peach, burnt honey, apricot and red apple. Absolutely delicious! Tasted Dec/2011.
3.5 Stars
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Warre’s Otima 10 Year Old Port, Douro Valley (500ml)
Douro, Portugal$17.90
Honey and caramel fill your senses. Smooth. Well made and highly recommended. Tasted Oct/2011.
3.5 Stars
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Konzelmann Special Select Late Harvest Vidal 2006, VQA Ontario
Ontario, Canada$19.95
Tasted 2004 vintage. Aromas of candied oranges, honey and peach from cork. Soft toasted honey notes, slight citrusy aromas in the glass.Honey, peach, nutmeg and orange flavours on the palate. Light texture. Very sweet for a late harvest. Delicious. Tasted Apr/2012.
3.5 Stars
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Concha Y Toro Winemaker's Lot 148 Carmenère 2007, Rapel Valley, Las Pataguas Vineyard
Chile$15.95
Cork smells of plums, dark fruit and hints of raisin. Inky, smoky, chocolate, cassis, pomegranate and hints of mocha aromas from the glass. Cassis, herbal, white pepper, mocha, milk chocolate notes on the palate. Full bodied red with ripe tannins. Could be aged another 1-2 years, but can be savoured today. Recommended. Tasted Jan/2012.
3.5 Stars
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