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
Mas D'auzierès Les éclats 2009, Côteaux Du Languedoc
Languedoc, France$15.75
Dark berries with hints of lavender from the cork. Kirsch liquer, cedar, and hints of earth aromas in the glass. Full on barrel oak, lots of sage, bitter cherry-pit and cassis flavours. Medium-bodied with a rather short finish. Chunky tannins will reward further ageing another 2-3 years, but drinkable now. Tasted Apr/2012.
3.0 Stars
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Columbia Crest H3 Cabernet Sauvignon 2009, Horse Heaven Hills
Washington, Usa$19.95
Currants, cassis, cedar and mint aromas with some earthy & herbal aromas at the tail end. Currant and dark fruits lead to dark chocolate and coffee on the palate. Good acidity with well-integrated tannins, full-bodied. Quite smooth. Should finish on day opened. Tasted Aug/2012
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Tawse Sketches Of Niagara Rosé 2011, VQA Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$15.95
A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Gamay. Candied strawberry and cherry aromas. Ripe, juicy fruit and slightly off-dry with strawberry and cherry on the palate. Really good acidity and with a nice finish. Tasted Sept/2012.
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Michel Delhommeau Cuvée Harmonie Muscadet De Sèvre Et Maine 2010, Ac
Loire, France$13.95
Made with 100% Melon de Bourgogne. Aromas of lime and citrus from the cork. More fresh lime aromas in the glass, followed by gooseberry notes that mingle nicely together on the palate. Hint of sweetness on the finish. Dry, with zippy acidity. Very well made summer sipper that can be enjoyed alone or with a simply prepared white fish or lightly herbed chicken. Tasted Apr/2012. Score: 89+
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Vineland Estates Chardonnay Musqué 2010, VQA Niagara Escarpment
Ontario, Canada$14.75
2008 vintage. Fresh and aromatic with intriguing honey, lime and citrus aromas. Medium-bodied with peach, citrus, lime and hints of spice on the palate. Medium-long finish is a touch hot. Tasted Sept/2012.
3.0 Stars
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Featherstone Gamay 2010, Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$19.95
Aged in French oak, this wine features woody aromas of cedar and cran-cherry with replays on the palate. Tannins are well-integrated. A simple, easy-drinking, well-balanced, extra-dry red wine. Tasted Sept/2012.
3.0 Stars
Domaine Edmond Jacquin Altesse Roussette De Savoie 2010, Ac
Savoie, France$13.25
Notes of honey, apricot and melon aromas. Lovely light hints of apricot, peach, melon on the palate, along with some minerality. Some honey and spice come through on the long finish. Slightly off-dry. Medium bodied and very well-balanced. Tasty and highly recommended! Tasted Aug/2012.
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Flat Rock Cellars Chardonnay 2009, VQA Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$18.95
Fresh, clean aromas of apple, pear and buttered popcorn notes. On the palate, slight oakiness with more apple/butter leading to spicy mid-palate that continues to the finish. Tasted June 2012.
3.0 Stars
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Anakena Single Vineyard Carmenère 2010, Malva, Peumo
Rapel Valley, Chile$12.95
Medium-intensity herbal, tomato leaf, licorice, and hints of cocoa aromas. Full bodied on the palate mocha, black fruits, blackberry flavours. Enough tannic grip that will allow it to be cellared 2-3 years. Perfect pairing with goat kebabs. Tasted Aug/2013.
3.0 Stars
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Famille Perrin Les Christins Vacqueyras 2010, Ac
Rhône, France$23.95
80/20 Grenache and Syrah. Open, medium-high intensity nose that offers mature, stewed dark berry aromas alongside sweet baking spices, leather, dried purple flowers & savoury wet earth, plus some dried dark berry tones. Dry, tangy, and medium-full bodied palate, the fruit is shifting into mature, dried spectrum & is joined by savoury wet earth, leather, and dried spice flavours. Has tangy, lemony acidity, while grippy textured & astringent tannins overwhelm palate. Savoury earth, spice, floral + smoky mineral notes linger on the finish, with a touch of heat at the tail end. Tasted Jan. 2025.
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