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
Grosset Création Cairanne Côtes Du Rhône Villages 2021, A.C. Cairanne
Rhône, France$19.95
Blend of Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre, and Carignan, this has a lovely, ripe, and elegant nose of red cherry, garrigue, raspberry, and white pepper spice aromas, all of which echo on the dry, medium+ bodied and ripe palate with lovely elegance. It has very good acidity, while the ripe tannins are smooth, supple, and well-structured. Earthy, cherry, currant, and raspberry notes linger on the long finish. Tasted May 2025.
3.0 Stars
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Featherstone Rosé 2024, VQA Niagara Peninsula, Sustainable, Vegan
Ontario, Canada$16.95
Blend of 46.7% Gamay, 42.2% Cab Sauvignon & 11.1% Cab Franc. Ripe, fragrant, medium-high intensity nose delivers candied red berry, strawberry-rhubarb, red apple, red cherry, watermelon & honey aromas, plus touches of stony minerals. Fairly light-weighted on palate w/ spice notes joining the candied red berry, cherry, strawberry-rhubarb & watermelon flavours. Clean, fresh & vibrant acidity, along with a slightly chalky textured mouthfeel. Touch sweet on mid-palate, tapering to tangy red berry, savoury, leesy minerals & spice notes on dry, juicy & lengthy finish. Tasted June 2025. Score: 88+ pts
3.0 Stars
(1000+)V+(39)O
Gorghi Tondi Coste A Preola Grillo 2023, Doc Sicilia
Sicily, Italy$18.95
The fresh, medium+ intensity nose is citrusy with a pleasing mix of yellow, orchard, and stone fruit aromas, while the medium to medium-full bodied palate is well-structured with balanced acidity. Lovely citrusy, yellow and white fleshed fruit, orchard fruit, and white peach flavours joined by a touch of spice on the mid-palate. The spice notes carry through to the long, dry finish. Tasted May 2024.
3.0 Stars
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Lafage Narassa 2022, Igp Côtes Catalanes
Roussillon, France$24.95
This 70/30 blend of Grenache and Syrah has a somewhat shy, medium+ intensity nose of ripe dark red fruits, raspberry, cherry, and herbs layered over schisty minerals. The dry, medium-bodied palate is well-balanced with raspberry, black cherry, and mineral flavours nuanced with smoky and spice notes. It has crisp, structured acidity alongside supple, smooth, and well-structured tannins. Earthy mineral notes linger on the long, savoury finish. Tasted July 2025. Score: 90+ pts
3.0 Stars
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Rhonéa Les Confluences Vinsobres 2022, Ac
Rhône, France$24.95
This blend of 49% Syrah, 44% Grenache, and 7% Mourvèdre has a medium+ intensity nose that is fresh, enticing, and complex with black raspberry, cherry, savoury stony, peppery, spice, meaty, and red plum aromas. It's medium+ bodied and dry with chewy, supple, and well-structured tannins, along with very good, lively acidity. Lovely aroma replays are joined by currant and floral notes on the complex flavour profile. Savoury minerals on the long, well-structured finish. Tasted Nov. 2024.
3.0 Stars
(1000+)V+(22)O
Castellani Chianti Classico Riserva 2019
Tuscany, Italy$21.95
Mainly Sangiovese, this has a medium+ to medium-high intensity nose of ripe red cherry and clove aromas alongside some sweet spices, macerated cherry, and savoury earth tones in a slightly mature profile. The medium+ bodied palate is dry with lovely cherry and savoury earth flavours supported by smooth, well-integrated tannins. The mid-palate is a touch spicy with very good acidity. A touch warming, but still within balance, while earthy and savoury oak notes linger on the long-lasting finish. Tasted Aug. 2025.
3.0 Stars
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Mount Riley Sauvignon Blanc 2024, Marlborough, South Island
Marlborough, New Zealand$18.00
Fragrant and highly aromatic, this has a pungent, yet well-balanced aromas of grassy, gooseberry, and herbaceous notes alongside ripe tropical fruit, kiwi, and guava. The light-to-medium bodied palate is dry with zesty lime citrus, gooseberry, tropical fruit, apple, and leesy mineral flavours supported by fresh and lively acidity. Long, balanced, dry, and crisp finish. Tasted Aug. 2025.
3.0 Stars
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Arboleda Carmenère 2022, Aconcagua Valley
Aconcagua Valley, Chile$18.95
The fresh, medium to medium+ intensity nose leads with a perfumed vanilla note layered over ripe red & black currant, herbaceous, and sweet tobacco aromas. The dry, medium-bodied palate has pleasing aroma replays supported by supple, well-structured tannins with a plushy mouthfeel. Acids are nicely balanced. Earthy, tobacco, and fresh herbal notes linger on the lengthy finish. Tasted Nov. 2024.
3.0 Stars
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Gabriel Meffre Laurus Cotes Du Rhone Blanc 2023, Ap
Rhône, France$20.95
This blend of 30% Grenache Blanc, 25% Roussanne, 18% Viognier, 17% Marsanne, 5% Bourboulenc, and 5% Clairette is ripe and fresh with a medium-high intensity nose of citrus, pear, yellow apple, grapefruit, and honeysuckle aromas. The medium-full bodied palate is dry with grapefruit and spice flavours layered over lemon citrus, orchard fruit, and honeysuckle notes. It has very good, juicy acidity, while spice and citrus notes carry through to the textured finish, with very good length. Tasted June 2025.
3.0 Stars
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Quinta Das Setencostas Alenquer 2020, Doc
Portugal$13.95
This unique blend of 50% Castelão, 20% Camarate, and 15% Tinta Miuda has a fresh, medium to medium-high intensity nose of anise, herbs, dark berry, black cherry, and savoury earth aromas. The medium-full to full-bodied palate shows impressive concentration with well-structured tannins. It's dry with well-balanced aroma replays of dark berry-cherry flavours joined by some oak spice and plum notes. It has juicy acidity, while the lengthy finish is a touch grippy. Tasted May 2025.
3.0 Stars
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