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
La Cadierenne Cuvée Grande Tradition Bandol Rosé 2015, Ac
Provence, France$22.95
Made with 40% Mourvèdre, 30% Grenache and 30% Cinsault, from vines that are 20 years old on clay-limestone and marl soils. Ripe peach and spring meadow aromas from the cork. Pretty pale pink colour. Medium+ intensity nose of peach, citrus, floral and hints of Provençal herb. Full-ish on the palate with more citrus, peach, floral and herbally flavours. Nicely balanced with fresh, juicy acids. Made in the traditional dry (i.e. not sweet) style. Clean orange citrus notes on the long, crisp finish. Tasted July/2016.
3.5 Stars
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Santa Alicia Millantú 2012
Central Valley, Chile$21.75
This Cabernet Sauvignon based blend has medium-high intensity aromas that are smoky with red & black fruits, cassis, and green pepper that continue on the medium-full bodied palate along with sweet oak spice notes. Good acids. Long, balanced finish. Tasted Oct/2015.
3.5 Stars
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Guado Al Tasso Vermentino 2015, Doc Bolgheri
Tuscany, Italy$21.95
Nice floral aromatics on top of citrus and tropical fruits. The palate is juicy with bright acidity and pleasing aroma replays along with herbal touches. Long, juicy finish. Tasted Oct/2016.
3.5 Stars
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Thörle Feinherb Riesling 2015, Qualitätswein Rheinhessen
Germany$18.95
Naturally fermented and having 17 g/l residual sugar, this has a medium-high intensity nose that's nice and clean with citrus, lime, orange and mineral notes. It's medium-bodied with a chalky texture and nice medium sweet aroma replays. It has squeaky clean acids and very good length on the finish. Tasted May/2016.
3.5 Stars
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Lavau Gigondas 2013, Ac
Rhône, France$29.95
Blend of 50% Grenache, 40% Syrah and 10% Mourvèdre. Dark plum and berry aromas from the cork. Appealing notes of cherry, red currant, raspberry, violet florals with undertones of earthiness The palate is full-bodied and gains texture in the mouth. Blackberry, black cherry, some floral and stony mineral flavours, along with subtle oak notes. Acids are fresh and mouthwatering. Tannins are a bit tight and grippy and could use another year of ageing. Long finish tapers to the earthy side. Approachable now, but better next year and drink over next 6 yrs. Tasted Aug/2016. Score: 90+ pts
3.5 Stars
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Closson Chase Closson Chase Vineyard Pinot Noir 2014, VQA Prince Edward County
Ontario, Canada$30.30
Mushroomy funk aromas from the cork. Highly aromatic on the nose with sour cherry, raspberry, wet earth, mushroom, beetroot, and gentle smoky oak spice. It's light-bodied with nice aromatic complexity showing up on the palate, plus some cranberry notes, framed by refreshing acids. Tannins are light and refined. Long, juicy finish. Gains some structure with air along with some appealing tea leaf notes. Very nice! Enjoy over the next couple of years. Tasted Mar/2017.
3.5 Stars
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Dominio Dos Tares Estay Prieto Picudo 2012, Vino De La Tierra De Castilla Y León
Spain$12.75
Black plum, peppery and wild raspberry aromas from the cork. Medium intensity nose offers interesting underbrush and spice nose with hints of floral, wild berry, bramble, black cherry, and blackberry aromas. There's also specks of violet coming through on the nose. The palate is medium-full bodied with grippy tannins and fresh acids. Pleasing aroma replays that are quite complex with vanilla and spice nuances. Long, clean finish. Drinkable now, but should be better in 2+ years. Tasted Sept/2016.
3.5 Stars
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La Ferme Du Mont Le Ponnant Côtes Du Rhône Villages 2014
Rhône, France$22.95
An 80/10/10 blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre that has an elegant medium-high intensity nose of dried cherry, floral and sweet spices. On the palate, this is medium-full bodied with medium-firm tannins that are ripe and offer some structure and fine aroma replays of dark berry, dark cherry, and licorice. This has very good juicy acids, and a long finish. Tasted Nov. 2017.
3.5 Stars
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Marqués De Cáceres Gran Reserva 2009, Doca Rioja
Rioja, Spain$29.95
This blend of 85% Tempranillo, 10% Garnacha and 5% Graciano is highly aromatic with savoury notes of umami, earth, blackberry, dried cherry and some floral aromas. It's full-bodied with refined tannins and many of the aromas coming through on the palate. Acids are well-balanced, while the finish is long and earthy. Tasted Sept/2016.
3.5 Stars
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Tenuta San Guido Guidalberto 2014, Toscana
Tuscany, Italy$62.95
Highly aromatic with flinty, stony mineral, currant, red and black fruits. It's medium+ bodied with polished tannins and mineral-driven aroma replays. Acids are very good, nicely balanced and excellent finish length. Tasted Oct/2016.
3.5 Stars
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