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
San Felice Il Grigio Riserva Chianti Classico 2021, Docg
Tuscany, Italy$29.95
Medium+ to medium-high intensity nose has a slightly reductive character with a lovely, complex mix of dark red cherry, floral, clove & sweet wood spice aromas in a slightly dried cherry/floral profile. Dry, medium+ to medium-full bodied palate has lovely dark red cherry, wood spice, cocoa, clove, cinnamon & sweet spice flavours nuanced w/ dried cherry, floral & orange peel notes. It has crisp, juicy acidity, along w/ creamy, well-structured & slightly youthful tannins. Savoury spice, cocoa & earthy notes w/ touches of dried herb notes lingering on long, crisp & juicy finish. Tasted Feb. 2025.
3.0 Stars
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Coral Duero Envena Tinta De Toro 2022, Do Toro
Castilla y León, Spain$16.95
The fragrant, medium+ to medium-high intensity nose offers a pleasing, spicy mix of ripe red & black cherries, plum, and savoury earth aromas. It's medium-full bodied and dry with delicious ripe, plummy, red & black cherry & spice replays on the flavour profile + some dried herbs notes. It's supported by fresh & crisp acidity, alongside well-structured, slightly firm tannins. There's some palate warmth, but still within balance, along with some florality on the back palate. Cherries, spices & plum notes taper to minerals on the long, textured, youthful & slightly firm finish. Tasted Feb. 2025.
3.0 Stars
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Velenosi Villa Angela Pecorino 2023, D.O.C.G. Offida
Marche, Italy$17.95
The medium to medium-high intensity nose is fresh with green herbs, lime, saline mineral, and citrus aromas. It's medium to medium+ bodied and dry with balanced acidity and delicious herbally replays, plus citrus, mineral, and touches of earthy flavours adding interest. Very good length on the balanced finish. Tasted May 2024. Score: 88+ pts
3.0 Stars
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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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