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
Chateau Des Charmes Sauvignon Blanc 2011, Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$14.95
Grass, herbal, floral, and white peach aromas. On the palate, there are balanced flavours of cat pee, citrus, lime. Crisp acidity and very dry. Tasted Jan/2013.
3.0 Stars
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Buena Vista Pinot Noir 2011, Carneros
California, Usa$24.95
Highly aromatic with savoury, meaty, beetroot and cherry notes. It's medium-bodied with velvety tannins and nice aroma replays. Balanced acids and long finish. Tasted Oct/2014. Score: 90+ pts
3.0 Stars
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Fuzion Alta Torrontes Pinot Grigio 2012, Mendoza
Argentina$8.95
Screw cap. Medium intensity aromas that show a nose of lemon, grass, melon and some yeasty notes. Palate is medium-bodied with nice aroma replays and shows a hint of honeyed sweetness. Vibrant acids are a touch astringent, texture is chalky. Medium-long finish. Some saltiness shows up as it warms in the glass. Tasted May/2014.
3.0 Stars
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William Fèvre Sauvignon Blanc Saint Bris 2011, Ac
Burgundy, France$19.95
Lemon and mineral aromas from the cork. Fine lemon, leesy, and herbal aromas from the glass. Gooseberry, lemon and mineral palate. Fine seam of acidity that goes along with a length mineral driven finish. Tasted Oct/2013. 88+ pts
3.0 Stars
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Giesen Wine Estate Sauvignon Blanc 2012, Marlborough
Marlborough, New Zealand$14.95
Very nice and intense aromas of guava, passion fruit and nettle. Medium-bodied with bracing acidity. Aromas show through on the balanced palate. Vibrant with a lengthy, bitter finish. Chill well. Tasted Nov/2013.
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Les Vignes Bila Haut Côtes Du Roussillon Villages 2011, Ac
Languedoc, France$15.95
This red wine is a blend of unspecified amounts of Syrah, Grenache and Carignan. Plum and cork with hints of purple fruit aromas from the cork. Medium-high intensity aromas of barnyard, black cherry, herbs and pepper from the glass. Medium+ bodied with racy acids. Palate has spice, anise, black cherry and black currants. Good structure with tannins that are nicely integrated. Finish is long and a touch warm. Chill slightly and drink now. Enjoyable! Tasted Nov/2013. Score: 88+ pts
3.0 Stars
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Stoneleigh Latitude Sauvignon Blanc 2012, Marlborough, South Island
Marlborough, New Zealand$21.95
Intense gooseberry, cat pee nose with more of the same on the palate, plus some guava, herbal flavours. Palate is zesty and fairly round and easy drinking. Lively acids and medium-length finish. Tasted May/2013.
3.0 Stars
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Sue Ann Staff Sparkling & Sassy Riesling 2011, VQA Ontario
Ontario, Canada$22.75
Lemon, lime, and florals dominate the nose with some undertones of toast and butter. Palate has a fine mousse with lime, floral and mineral flavours on the palate and just a kiss of sweetness on the very smooth, long finish. Enjoyable! Tasted Jan/2014.
3.0 Stars
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Dunavar Muscat Ottonel 2012, Hungary
Hungary$6.45
Screw cap. Medium aromatics showing lime, lemongrass, watercress and fresh herb notes. It's medium-full bodied and off-dry (slightly sweet) on the palate with herbal, lime and lifted floral notes. Also has a slight spritz and some orange notes that show up as it warms up in the glass. Mouth-watering acids and very good length on the finish. Very good bang for the buck and a nice wine to finish off the summer. Tasted Aug/2014
3.0 Stars
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Bollig Lehnert Dhroner Hofberger Riesling Auslese 2009, Mosel
Mosel, Germany$18.25
Smoke, slate, honey and undertones of orange aromas. Lively acidity and balanced throughout with orange and hints of honey flavour profile. Long finish. Delicious. Tasted May/2013.
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