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
Tawse Spark Limestone Ridge Riesling 2012, VQA Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$19.95
Made from organic grapes, this sparkling wine "sparkles" with floral, melon, peach and lime zest aromas of medium+ intensity. Has crisp acids, lemon zest and citrus flavours with finely balanced mousse. The medium-long finish is just off-dry. Tasted Oct/2014.
3.0 Stars
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Megalomaniac Bubblehead 2011, VQA Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$28.95
Grapefruit, lime and toast aromas. Fine mousse on the palate with grapefruit, bing cherry, and strawberry flavours. It is extra dry with a medium-length finish. Tasted June/2013 soon after bottling.
3.0 Stars
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Featherstone Canadian Oak Chardonnay 2011, VQA Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$21.95
Fermented in oak barrels (25% new) from trees grown along the Grant River in Brantford, Ontario. Nose a bit closed with aromas of smoke, butter, and pear. Creamy with oily texture on the palate. Flavours consist of spice and buttery-apple notes, along with hints of toast. Nicely balanced with a long finish. Tasted June/2013.
3.0 Stars
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Albert Bichot Domaine Du Pavillon Clos Des Ursulines Pommard 2011
Burgundy, France$40.75
Medium-high intensity bouquet featuring pomegranate, red & black fruits, elegant spice, and new oak. Medium-bodied with earthy, cherry-cran, and orange citrusy flavours on the palate. Slightly astringent tannins, balanced acids, savoury earthy & fruity finish. Will reward 2-3 years in cellar. Tasted Apr/2014.
3.0 Stars
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Château De Gourgazaud Cuvée Mathilde Minervois 2011, Ac
Languedoc, France$14.95
Blend of Syrah and Mourvèdre. Medium+ aroma intensity with blackberry, blackcherry and hints of violet. On the palate, it's medium-full bodied with round tannins that are nicely integrated. Pleasing aroma replays, along with black pepper and red cherry notes. Acids are well-balanced. Finish is long and smooth. Tasted Aug/2014.
3.0 Stars
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Norton Reserva Malbec 2010, Mendoza
Mendoza, Argentina$17.00
Medium intensity aromas led by an earthy core and joined by purple fruit. Full bodied with a ripe core of purple/black fruits, oak spice. Balanced acid and refined tannins mesh together to a lasting finish. Tasted Apr/2014.
3.0 Stars
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Marqués De Riscal 2013, Rueda
Spain$12.80
Screw cap. 100% Verdejo. Medium-high aromatics showing lovely floral, herbal nose, with a backdrop of earth, and hints of guava and banana. Very complex nose. Palate is medium+ bodied with herbal, white grapefruit, passion fruit and hints of tropical fruit. Fresh acids are nicely balanced, while the dry finish is very good. Excellent value! Score: 88+ pts
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Joseph Drouhin Mâcon Villages 2012
Burgundy, France$0.00
This unoaked Chardonnay has medium+ aromas with mineral, floral, green and hints of citrus. Medium-full bodied, creamy and slightly astringent. Palate consists of fresh orchard fruits (apple/pear), nutty, mineral and stone fruit. Fresh, balanced acids and long fruit/mineral driven finish. Tasted Apr/2014.
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Maison Adrien Vacher Les Adrets Altesse Roussette De Savoie 2012
Savoie, France$16.95
Melon & citrus aromas from the cork. Medium+ floral aromatics, followed by beeswax and hazelnuts. It's medium-full bodied and complex with nutty, floral, ginger flavours, and a subtle sweetness. Lively acids. Some minerality on the dry, medium-length finish. Tasted Dec/2014.
3.0 Stars
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Keint He Voyageur Pinot Noir 2012, VQA Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$19.00
Medium intensity nose with aromas of dark cherry, blackberry and oak spice. It's medium-bodied with firm tannins. Flavour profile consists of dark fruits and black cherry. Has mouth-watering acids and a lengthy finish. Enjoyable now, but better to hold 1 year and enjoy until 2018. Tasted Apr/2014.
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