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
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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Rotari Arte Italiana Brut Sparkling, Doc Trento, Italy, Metodo Classico, Sustainable
Alto Adige-Trentino, Italy$24.95
100% Chardonnay aged 24 months on its lees, this has a perfumed and lifted nose of spice, green apple, and pear. The medium-bodied palate is dry with a touch frothy mouthfeel and appealing biscuit, pastry, and toast flavours nuanced with lemon, pear, peach, and green apple. Tangy acids lead to a clean finish, with very good length. Tasted Nov. 2025.
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
3.0 Stars
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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.
3.0 Stars
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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.
3.0 Stars
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The Ned Pinot Gris 2013
Marlborough, New Zealand$16.95
Salmon pink coloured, medium+ nose that smells off-dry. Notes of orange and lemon aromas from the glass. Palate is medium+ bodied and dry with flavours consisting of grapefruit, zippy spice, and Flintstones vitamins. Balanced acids and long, warm finish. Serve nicely chilled. Tasted May/2014.
3.0 Stars
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Freemark Abbey Chardonnay 2012, Napa Valley
California, Usa$27.95
Medium nose with aromas of butter, apple and pear notes. Medium-bodied with good depth and nice aroma replays. Balanced with good acids and long, smooth, buttery finish. Tasted Oct/2013.
3.0 Stars
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Lighthall Vineyards Gewurztraminer 2012, Ontario
Ontario, Canada$25.00
Medium-high aromas of lychee and floral. Lightweighted with nicely balanced aroma replays and minerality. It's off-dry (slightly sweet) with a crisp mouthfeel. Has good acids and a long finish. Classic Gewurz. Tasted Apr/2014.
3.0 Stars
Anselmann Edesheimer Rosengarten Siegerrebe Spätlese 2012, Prädikatswein
Pfalz, Germany$15.95
Highly aromatic and inviting nose of honeysuckle, elderflower, floral and white peach aromas with very nice, pleasing aroma replays on the palate. Nicely balanced acids lengthy finish. It's sweet and can be enjoyed as an apertif, with spicy dishes or dessert. Tasted May/2015.
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