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
Eclipse Montepulciano D' Abruzzo 2008, Doc
Abruzzo, Italy$8.25
2007 vintage. Aromas of black cherry, fig, pepper and earth. Ripe, dark fruits on the palate with juicy, ripe tannins. Light bodied red wine. Very good for a house wine at a restaurant. Tasted Feb/2012.
3.0 Stars
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Grant Burge Cameron Vale Cabernet Sauvignon 2006, Barossa, South Australia
Australia$15.95
2009 Vintage. Dark fruit, blackcurrant, vanillan and oak aromas. On the palate there is lots of cassis and blackcurrant in this medium-bodied wine. Evident tannins will reward ageing another 2-3 years. Very good Cab Sauv. Tasted May/2012.
3.0 Stars
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Château Ampelia 2005, Ac Côtes De Castillon
Bordeaux, France$25.00
Some oak resin aromas from cork. Earthy, cedar, dark fruit, and some plum aromas. Fairly straightforward on the palate with dark and red fruits, finishing with pepper and some mocha notes. Full bodied wine. Tannins integrating nicely, but still need more time. This should drink well for at least another 4-5 years. Bought for $20. Tasted Mar/2012.
3.0 Stars
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Montes Alpha Carmenère 2007, Colchagua Valley
Chile$19.95
Stewed blackberry and black currant aromas from the cork. Medium+ aromas of black currant, black cherry, and earth with hints of stewed black fruits and barnyard. Medium+ bodied with refined tannins that are silky smooth, yet drying. Nice black currant/blackberry sweet ripe fruits, oak spice, and earthy flavours. Good acids, rush of spice and hints of purple fruits on the slightly warm, and lengthy finish. Could be aged another 2 years, but drinking great now. Tasted Apr/2014.
3.0 Stars
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Penfolds Koonunga Hill Shiraz Cabernet 2008, South Australia
Australia$17.95
Red berries, touch of earth aromas. Gentle ripe fruit, currants and light oak on the palate. Medium-full bodied. Chalky tannins really get onto your teeth - will definitely have to brush well tonight! Not big and uncomplicated. Good, everyday wine that will go well with many simple meat dishes, including curries and pastas. Tasted Aug/2011.
3.0 Stars
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Vineland Estates Elevation Chardonnay 2007, VQA Niagara Escarpment
Ontario, Canada$20.75
2011 vintage. Clean intense lime aromas. Well-balanced and refreshing on the palate with more lime and mineral flavours. Long finish. Serve well-chilled. Tasted Sept/2012.
3.0 Stars
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Château Des Charmes St. David's Bench Chardonnay 2007, VQA St. David's Bench, Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$16.50
2009 vintage. Melon aromas follow through on palate, leading to fresh, clean mineral notes. Full-bodied with crisp acidity. Tasted June 2012.
3.0 Stars
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Red Knot Shiraz 2008, Mclaren Vale, South Australia
Australia$18.05
Interesting resin cork. Ripe raspberry, herbal spice aromas. Straightforward and uncomplicated Shiraz with gobs of red berries, along with cedar oak flavours. Chewy, ripe tannins. Medium-bodied. Good, easy-drinking AU Shiraz. Tasted Feb/2012.
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Chateau Des Charmes Generation Seven White 2009, VQA Niagara On The Lake
Ontario, Canada$11.95
Soft, easy drinking white wine featuring aromas and flavours of kiwi, grapefruit and floral notes. Good "food wine" with balanced acidity. Tasted Jan/2012.
3.0 Stars
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Alfonso Boeri Ribota Moscato D'asti 2009, Docg
Piedmont, Italy$17.95
Perfume/flower aromas. Honey, melon, peach flavours. Lightly sweet. Delicious. Tasted Dec/2011.
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