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
Solaia 2016, Igt Toscana
Tuscany, Italy$458.00
Gorgeous, intense aromatics offer a mix of red berry, floral, and sweet spice with savoury undertones, all of which echoes nicely on the flavour profile. It's full-bodied with chiselled, well-defined tannins that have some chalky grip, while acids are fresh and balanced. Powerful, yet elegant with plenty of finesse. Excellent finish length. Still a bit tight at this stage and will benefit with 2-3 years ageing and drink over the next 20+ years. Birth year treasure. Sangiovese, Cabernet Franc, and Cabernet Sauvignon. Tasted Nov/2019.
5.0 Stars
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Aurelio Settimo Rocche Dell'annunziata Barolo 2014, Docg
Piedmont, Italy$54.95
Lovely, highly aromatic, perfumed nose of red cherry, berry, raspberry, and floral with some savoury underpinnings. It's medium-full bodied with lovely aroma replays supported by firm, grippy, and chalky tannins, and very good acidity. Excellent finish length. Drink this stylish wine after 5-7 years of ageing. Tasted Sept/2019.
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4.5 Stars
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Trapiche Terroir Series Finca Ambrosia Single Vineyard Malbec 2012, Mendoza
Mendoza, Argentina$39.95
The medium-high intensity nose is elegant, refined and complex with lovely floral, violet, sweet vanillan oak, clove, blackberry and dark berry aromas. It's full-bodied on the palate with lovely aroma replays supported by structured tannins that are smooth, refined and have a velvety mouthfeel. Acids are very good and the finish length is excellent. Tasted Sept/2017.
4.5 Stars
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Chateau Montelena Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Napa Valley
California, Usa$74.95
Highly aromatic with a complex array of peppery, red and blackberry, currant, cassis, and hints of graphite aromas. It's medium-full bodied, lean, and structured on the palate with very nicely balanced aroma replays. Fresh acids are nicely balanced. Elegant, firm tannins. Long, peppery finish. Enjoy over the next decade. 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Merlot, and 1% Cabernet Franc. Tasted Oct/2018.
4.5 Stars
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La Rioja Alta Viña Ardanza Reserva 2009, Doca Rioja
Rioja, Spain$59.95
Highly aromatic with earthy, wood spice, and savoury aromas. It is medium-full bodied on the palate with mature, savoury characters along with leather, earthy and hints of dried berry and floral notes. It has very good acidity while tannins are a touch grippy and the finish length is excellent. Enjoy over the next 6-7 years. 80/20 Tempranillo and Garnacha. Tasted Sept/2019.
4.5 Stars
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Robert Mondavi To Kalon Vineyard Reserve Fume Blanc 2015, Napa Valley, California
California, Usa$79.95
An oak aged Sauvignon Blanc, this has a fairly intense nose that has subtle oak-influenced vanilla aromas layered on top of yellow fruit, citrus, and herbs. It is medium-full bodied with a creamy, elegant mouthfeel and appealing vanilla flavoured herbal characters. Acids are fresh and vibrant, while the finish length is excellent. Tasted Oct/2019.
4.5 Stars
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Kistler Sonoma Mountain Chardonnay 2017, Sonoma Mountain, Sonoma County
California, Usa$114.95
Lovely, intense nose of mineral, pear, vanilla, and apple with great elegance. It is medium-full to full bodied on the fresh palate with very nice, balanced aroma replays. Mountain fruit showing vibrant, juicy acids. Nicely balanced throughout, with mineral notes on the long, juicy finish. Tasted Oct/2019.
4.5 Stars
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Cliff Lede Stags Leap District Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, Stags Leap District, Napa Valley
California, Usa$124.95
Lovely, fairly intense nose of herbs, dark and red fruits, currant, oak spice, and cassis. The full-bodied is structured and elegant with gritty tannins that have some grip, but are otherwise well-integrated. Pleasing aroma replays on the flavour profile with juicy, mouth-watering acids. Excellent length on the spiced finish. Approachable now, but should age gracefully over the next 15+ years. Tasted Oct/2019.
4.5 Stars
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