Jason Solanki

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.

Argiano Non Confunditur 2011, Igt Toscana

Blend of 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, 20% Syrah and 20% Sangiovese and has fruity aromas of red fruits and cherries. Medium-full bodied and round with more red fruits, cranberry-cherry notes and oak. Very good acidity, but overpowering at mid-palate with a very long finish. Chalky tannins show this red wine is still a bit young. Very long finish. Give it 2-3 years. Tasted Feb/2013.

Parés Baltà B Brut, D.O. Cava

This blend of Parellada, Macabeu, and Xarel·lo has a medium+ intensity nose that is clean with citrusy, peach, and lemon aromas nuanced with toasty, brioche, and autolytic characters. The mid-weighted palate offers delicious citrusy, leesy, brioche, toast, and pear notes in a dry flavour profile. It's supported by very good, crisp acidity, and a creamy textured mousse. Very good length on the fresh finish. Last tasted Oct. 2024.

Pondview Bella Terra Chardonnay 2011, Barrel Fermented, VQA Four Mile Creek

Medium-high intensity nose featuring buttered popcorn, apple, pear and hints of butterscotch aromas which follow through on the well-balanced palate. It's full-bodied with a creamy mouthfeel and good, balanced acids. Finish is long and smooth. Tasted Sept/2013. Score: 89+ pts

Rosehall Run J C R Rosehall Vineyard Chardonnay 2011, VQA Prince Edward County

Medium+ intensity nose featuring orchard fruits, apple, pear and oak that is all nicely balanced. Medium-bodied with nice aroma replays, balanced oak and hints of tropical fruit. Slightly oily texture with very good acids and a lengthy finish. Very nice! Tasted Apr/2014.

Errazuriz Max Reserva Sauvignon Blanc 2013

Effervescent gooseberry, herbal, grass and guava aromas. Crisp mouthfeel with good aroma replays. Has bright acidity for pairing with food and a lengthy, tart finish. Tasted Sept/2013.

Reviews from Errazuriz Wine Tasting:
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Errazuriz Max Reserva Syrah 2011, Aconcagua Valley

Very nice black pepper, herbal, eucalyptus aromas. Full-bodied with nice aroma replays. Well-balanced with integrated tannins and very approachable. Hints of milk chocolate on the medium-length finish. My 2nd favourite wine of the evening. Tasted Sept/2013.

Reviews from Errazuriz Wine Tasting:
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