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
Trenel Beaujolais Villages 2022, Ap
Beaujolais, France$19.95
100% Gamay. The open, medium+ to medium-high intensity nose is spicy with savoury earth aromas layered over ripe black fruits, black cherry, plus touches of cassis, floral, cranberry that emerge with time in the glass. On the dry, mid-weighted palate it is ripe with black cherry, cassis, spice, earth flavours with touches of cranberry. It has crisp, clean, and fresh acidity, along with supple, slightly grippy tannins. Pleasing mineral notes join the dark cherry, earth, and spice flavours on the finish, with very good length. Tasted Oct. 2024.
3.0 Stars
(299)V
Escapade Shiraz 2021, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Vegan
South Australia, Australia$17.95
Open, fragrant, medium-high to highly aromatic nose has lovely ripe black & red raspberry, blackberry & black pepper spice aromas layered over savoury earth, oak spice + touches of meaty & dried herb. Medium+ to medium-full bodied on the dry palate w/ delicious ripe raspberry, blackberry, black pepper & dried herb flavours w/ a touch of jamminess. It has fresh, juicy acidity, while ripe, supple & fine-grained tannins provide a nice, textured mouthfeel, integrating nicely. Well-balanced w/ blackberry, raspberry & peppery notes tapering to long, savoury, mineral-tinged finish. Tasted Oct. 2024.
3.0 Stars
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Les Turitelles Altugnac Pinot Noir 2022, Igp Pays D'oc
Languedoc, France$19.95
The ripe, medium+ intensity nose offers mild mannered, yet typical, Pinot characters of red & black cherry, and strawberry aromas with touches of beet root, earth, and black tea. The ripe notes continue on the light-to-mid-weighted palate with red & black cherry, strawberry, beet root, earth, and black tea leaf flavour replays. It has fresh, succulent acidity, while the light, supple tannins have a gentle, chalky textured mouthfeel. A touch grippy, with dark berry, earthy, and hints of mineral linger on the finish, with very good length. Tasted Oct. 2024. Score: 88+ pts
3.0 Stars
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Luis Felipe Edwards Family Selection Gran Reserva Sauvignon Blanc 2023, Valle De Leyda
Leyda Valley, Chile$16.95
The bright, medium-high intensity nose is pungent with herbs, lemon/lime citrus, kiwi, and gooseberry aromas. On the medium-full bodied palate it has very good weight that supports the ripe and dry flavour profile led by leesy mineral flavours adding complexity to the pleasing aroma replays. It has refreshing, juicy, and mouth-watering acidity, which carries through to the long and juicy finish. Tasted Nov. 2023.
3.0 Stars
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Arboleda Chardonnay 2022, D.O. Aconcagua Costa
Aconcagua Valley, Chile$18.95
Barrel-fermented and aged in oak, this has a medium to medium-high intensity nose of earthy mineral, oak spice, apple, and pear aromas layered over citrusy notes. The medium-full bodied palate is dry with a creamy mouthfeel and delicious leesy mineral driven aroma replays on the flavour profile. It has very good, well-balanced acidity that carries through to the citrusy, apple, and touches of vanilla on the long-lasting finish. Tasted Sept. 2024.
3.0 Stars
(66)V
Artemivske Victory White Brut Sparkling, Ukraine
Ukraine, World$18.95
The fresh, medium+ to medium-high intensity nose offers ripe peach, nectarine, honeysuckle, and freshly sliced apple aromas accented with orange and citrus notes. There's a touch of sweetness alongside bitterness on the crisp, refreshing, and slightly frothy light-to-mid-weighted palate with lively acidity and bubbles. Gently sweet flavours of apple, pear, orchard fruit, and white floral, plus notes of peach and citrus. Juicy and succulent on the mid-palate, while leesy notes linger on the essentially dry finish, with very good length. Chardonnay, Riesling, and Aligoté. Tasted Dec. 2024.
3.0 Stars
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Wakefield Jaraman Shiraz 2022, Clare Valley/Mclaren Vale, South Australia
South Australia, Australia$24.95
Screw cap. The fragrant, medium+ to medium-high intensity nose has plummy dark fruit, mulberry, blackberry, and black cherry aromas alongside savoury oak, chocolate, clove, and subtle Asian spice notes. The medium+ bodied palate is dry with delicious mulberry, brambly, plum, blackberry, sweet spice, clove, and chocolatey oak flavours in a slightly jammy profile. It is quite firmly structured on the palate, with smooth, ripe tannins. Gently tangy acids are crisp, juicy, and succulent, while the chocolatey oak, plum, and earthy notes linger on the long, well-structured finish. Tasted Dec. 2024.
3.0 Stars
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Mega Spileo Cuvée Iii Red 2022, Pgi Achaia
Peloponnese, Greece$18.75
This blend of 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Mavrodaphne, and 20% Agiorgitiko has a perfumed, medium-high intensity nose featuring very ripe, sweet fruited, and slightly raisined aromas of blackberry, black cherry, sweet oak spice, and sandalwood. It is off-dry with some sweetness on the medium+ bodied, well-structured palate, led by sweet oak vanilla and black fruit flavours. It has juicy, well-balanced acidity, as well as ripe, structured tannins. Savoury oak, cocoa, and milk chocolate notes linger on the finish, with very good length. Tasted Oct. 2024.
3.0 Stars
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Inviniti Sauvignon Blanc 2023, Marlborough, South Island, Sustainable
Marlborough, New Zealand$16.95
The fresh, fragrant, and highly aromatic nose delivers typical grassy, kiwi, asparagus, lime citrus, and green apple aromas, all of which echo brilliantly on the dry, well-balanced palate. Acidity is lively and refreshing, while the finish is long and crisp. Tasted Jan. 2025.
3.0 Stars
(555)V+(23)O
Vignerons Des Pierres Dorées Vieilles Vignes La Rose Pourpre 2022
Beaujolais, France$17.95
From over 40 year old vines, this Gamay has a fresh, medium to medium-high intensity nose of dark sour cherry, black cherry, blackberry, and ripe cranberry. It's medium to medium+ bodied on the dry palate with a creamy mouthfeel supported by rounded tannins. Crunchy, dark fruited flavours are joined by touches of stony mineral and spice which add complexity and interest. It has very good acidity, while the finish is long and crisp. Tasted Oct. 2024.
3.0 Stars
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