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
J.M. Raffault Les Picasses Chinon 2011, Ac
Loire, France$19.95
Fermented in stainless steel and aged in older barrels, this Cabernet Franc has fresh, fruit forward aromas of bing cherry and raspberry. Nice, crunchy, medium-level of tannins on the palate with black cherry, black currant and menthol flavours. It has fresh acids and a lengthy finish. Tasted Sept/2014.
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Marie Pierre Manciat Brut Crémant De Bourgogne, Traditional Method, Ac, Burgundy, France
Burgundy, France$24.95
Tasted May/2019.
3.0 Stars
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Lily Lily Sparkling
Ontario, Canada$17.95
Non-vintage 100% Riesling using the Charmat Method. Medium intensity nose consisting of green apple, lily flower, and mineral, along with hints of citrus and brioche. The palate is medium-bodied with fresh, balanced acids and citrus, lemon, and green apple flavours. Fine bubbles, subtly sweet, and hints of apricot and stone fruit on the lingering finish. Will delight as an apertif. Tasted Sept/2015.
3.0 Stars
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Waimea Classic Riesling 2014
Nelson, New Zealand$18.95
Medium-high aromatics with petrol, mineral, orange, peach and citrus aromas similar to "classic" German Rieslings. Fine aroma replays on the palate, plus Flintstones vitamins flavours. It's off-dry (i.e. mildly sweet) with good acids and lengthy finish. Quite enjoyable! Tasted May/2015.
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Waimea Pinot Gris 2014, Nelson, South Island
Nelson, New Zealand$18.95
Medium-to-high intensity, slightly sweet aromas from the glass with notions of honeysuckle, floral and spring flowers. On the palate, it's medium+ bodied with balanced acids and very nice off-dry aroma replays, while the finish is long and smooth. Well-balanced overall. Tasted May/2015.
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Eradus Sauvignon Blanc 2014, Awatere Valley, Marlborough, South Island
Marlborough, New Zealand$19.95
Screw cap. Quite aromatic with crisp citrus, guava, kiwi and hints of gooseberry. On the palate, it's juicy with crisp, balanced acids and a flavour profile filled with pleasing aroma replays and hints of fresh cut grass. Dry, well-balanced with a fine mineral streak on the medium-long finish. Tasted May/2015. Score: 88+ pts
3.0 Stars
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Rosehall Run The Righteous Dude Riesling 2014, VQA Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$19.95
Elegant citrus, orange, melon and Flintstones vitamin aromas which replay nicely on the balanced, medium-dry palate. It's medium-bodied with crisp acidity and a lingering, minerally finish. Well done! Tasted Sept/2015.
3.0 Stars
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Keint He Portage Pinot Noir 2013, VQA Prince Edward County
Ontario, Canada$25.00
Nose seemed somewhat closed with hints of cherry and strawberry that followed through on the palate with some oak spice flavours. It has fresh acids and finishes long. Tasted Apr/2015.
3.0 Stars
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Saint Clair Premium Pinot Noir 2013, Marlborough, South Island
Marlborough, New Zealand$20.75
Medium intensity aromas with focused blackberry, cherry and forest floor notes. It has refined tannins, fresh acids and pleasing aroma replays on the palate. Chocolatey, long finish. Good balance overall. Tasted May/2015.
3.0 Stars
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Tawse Limestone Ridge North Riesling 2013, VQA Twenty Mile Bench
Ontario, Canada$25.95
Perfumed medium-to-high intensity aromas of citrus, peach, and melon. On the palate, it's medium-bodied with bright acidity and pleasing, medium-dry aroma replays. Slightly tart with a minerally aftertaste. Yummy. Tasted June/2015.
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