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
San Felice Il Grigio Riserva Chianti Classico 2018, Docg
Tuscany, Italy$29.95
100% Sangiovese, the medium-high intensity nose offers lovely red berry aromas of cherry and currant, along with clove and spices. It's medium+ bodied with lovely aroma replays on the flavour profile. Supple textured with slightly grippy tannins. Very nicely balanced throughout with a long, savoury, earthy, and juicy finish. Tasted Nov/2021.
4.0 Stars
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Poliziano Vino Nobile Di Montepulciano 2018, D.O.C.G.
Tuscany, Italy$34.95
This has a beautifully elegant & highly aromatic nose of red cherry, sweet spices, baking spice, clove, wet earth, and hints of Mediterranean herb aromas laying underneath. It's medium-full bodied on the ripe, structured palate with lovely red cherry, clove, earth replays, plus sandalwood notes on the flavour profile. It is impeccably balanced with juicy, succulent acidity & well-integrated, elegantly structured, and grainy textured tannins. Savoury, earthy, chestnut, and sandalwood notes with touches of cherry lingering on the long, highly pleasurable finish. Tasted Mar. 2023. Score: 92+ pts
4.0 Stars
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Altanza Gran Reserva 2015, D.O.Ca Rioja
Rioja, Spain$30.95
100% Tempranillo. The fragrant, medium-high to highly aromatic nose offers attractive aromas of sandalwood, elegant spices, leather, red & black cherry and coconut. On the rich, medium-full bodied palate, it shows very good concentration with delicious sandalwood, earthy wood spices, leather, coconut, red & black cherry, raspberry, and licorice flavours. It has fresh, well-balanced acidity and supple, still-grippy tannins that will continue to soften and integrate with time in the cellar. The sandalwood, oak spice, and earthen notes linger through to the long, savoury finish. Tasted Feb. 2023.
4.0 Stars
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Hardys Eileen Hardy Shiraz 2003, Mclaren Vale, South Australia
Australia$88.95
2005 vintage. Big, Australian fruit bomb with an explosion of red and black fruit aromas and flavours. Some mintyness arrives towards the finish. Still evident tannins will reward another 2-3 years ageing, or decant prior to serving today. Tasted May/2012.
4.0 Stars
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Hess Collection 19 Block Mountain Cuvée 2010, Mount Veeder, Napa Valley
California, Usa$49.95
Blend of 68% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Malbec, 11% Syrah, 6% Merlot, and 1% Petit Verdot. Medium-high intensity aromas that show complex bretty, red fruits, black currant, and tobacco. The palate is medium-bodied with flavours consisting of blackberry, black cherry, vanilla, green pepper and oak spice. Mouth-watering acids and finishing long with tobacco and slight earthy notes. Dry tannins are nicely integrated. Enjoyable over the next 4 years. Tasted June/2014.
4.0 Stars
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Château Des Charmes Chardonnay Paul Bosc Estate Vineyard 2007, Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$17.75
Smoky, mineral and butter aromas. Very smooth on the palate with butter, melon and mineral notes. Full-bodied. Tasted June 2012.
4.0 Stars
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Joseph Burrier Château De Beauregard Pouilly Fuissé Vers Cras 2010
Burgundy, France$32.99
This Chardonnay is 50% oak fermented. Medium-high aromas that feature nutty, mineral, pineapple and tropical fruit notes. Medium+ bodied with balanced acids, slightly creamy mouthfeel, and nice aroma replays. Long, smooth finish that has an oily texture and some light spice notes. Tasted Apr/2014.
4.0 Stars
Charles Baker Picone Vineyard Riesling 2013, VQA Vinemount Ridge, Niagara Escarpment
Ontario, Canada$35.20
Effervescent aromas of lovely mineral, petrol, Meyer lemon and citrus waft from the glass. The palate is fleshy with delicate acids, a touch sweet with very nice aroma replays. Harmonious and well-balanced, showing plenty of finesse. Excellent finish length. Very nice indeed. Tasted Oct/2016.
4.0 Stars
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Wegeler Rüdesheimer Berg Schlossberg Riesling Kabinett 2012
Rheingau, Germany$25.95
Highly aromatic with elegant petrol, orange, and citrus nose. Medium+ bodied. Medium (sweet) aroma replays are nicely balanced on the palate by the bright, crisp acidity. Very long, minerally finish. Drink over the next 7 years. Tasted July/2015. Score: 91+ pts
4.0 Stars
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Bachelder Wismer Vineyard #2 "Foxcroft Block" Chardonnay 2013
Ontario, Canada$44.95
Medium+ intensity aromas are minerally with warm, rich, and ripe apple and pear notes. The palate is lean and tight with clean, balanced aroma replays, plus some buttery notes on the flavour profile. It has crisp, balanced acidity and excellent finish length. Tasted Oct/2016.
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