Jason Solanki
|
Followers (14)
|
|
|
Following (0)
|
Reviews (3159)
|
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
Ruelas Reserva Red 2019, Vinho Regional Lisboa
Lisboa, Portugal$11.95
Blend of 50% Tinta Roriz, 30% Touriga Nacional, and 20% Syrah. The medium+ intensity aromas are ripe and fruity with dark red cherry and sweet spices with touches of raisin and fig. It's medium+ with more ripe dark cherry, sweet spice and some raisiny flavours to go along with fresh, balanced acidity and supple, slightly chalky tannins. Sweet vanillin oak and savoury notes linger on the finish. Tasted Nov/2020.
2.5 Stars
(0)V
Toro Bravo Secco Sparkling
Spain$12.95
Charmat method sparkling wine. Blend of 50% Macabeo, 30% Parellada, and 20% Xarel-lo, and enclosed by screw cap. Sweet citrus, floral, peach, and pear aromas rise out of the glass. On the medium-bodied, creamy palate it has frothy mousse and fine bubbles with pleasantly off-dry (i.e. slightly sweet) aroma replays on the flavour profile that linger through to the finish, with decent length. Casual, uncomplicated bubbly to enjoy as an aperitif or in a sparkling wine cocktail. Tasted Dec/2020.
2.5 Stars
(1000+)G+(88)O
2.5 Stars
(0)V
Bottega Pinot Grigio Rosé 2021, D.O.C. Delle Venezie
Veneto, Italy$17.95
The fresh, medium-high intensity nose delivers pretty, perfumed aromas of honeysuckle, grapefruit, floral, and orange citrus. The medium-full bodied palate is dry and honeyed with pleasing honeysuckle, grapefruit, floral, and citrusy replays joined by hints of white peach. Gentle acids are juicy and well-balanced, although I would've liked more acidity for a fresher experience. Leesy mineral notes linger on the finish, with very good length. Tasted June 2022. Score: 87+ pts
2.5 Stars
(0)V
Cabriz Rosé 2022, D.O.C. Dão
Dão, Portugal$14.95
This unoaked blend of Touriga Nacional and Alfrocheiro has a medium+ intensity nose that offers enticing aromas of grapefruit, raspberry, honeysuckle, and citrus with a whiff of minerality. It has good weight on the medium+ to medium-full bodied palate with ripe citrus, grapefruit, raspberry, honeysuckle, apple & red berry flavours. There is a vague impression of sweetness, but it's tempered by the fresh, crisp, and lively acidity. Nicely textured on the mid-palate, while oyster shell mineral and white cherry notes linger on the finish, with very good length. Tasted Aug. 2023. Score: 88+ pts
2.5 Stars
(0)V
Cellier Du Château De La Chaume Chablis 2022, A.C.
Burgundy, France$35.25
Elegant, concentrated, and medium-high intensity aromas of ripe lemon citrus, apple, and pear with hints of stony minerality. It's light-to-medium bodied on the dry, ripe, and lightly honeyed palate with lemon citrus, apple, pear, and floral flavours, plus touches of oyster seashell mineral notes. Gently spicy on the mid-palate. It's all supported by crisp, bracing acidity. Juicy and lip-smacking, with seashell mineral notes lingering on the long finish. Tasted Sept. 2023. Score: 91+ pts
2.5 Stars
(1000+)G+(42)O
Santa Ema 60/40 Barrel Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon/Carmenère 2021, Do Valle Del Maipo, Sustainable
Maipo Valley, Chile$18.95
A 60/40 blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Carmenere, the medium-high intensity nose is fresh and herbaceous with red fruited currant, cassis, and oak spice aromas. On the medium to medium+ bodied palate, it is rather woody at this stage, complemented with herbally notes, plus hints of red fruited cassis and currant flavours. It's nicely structured with supple tannins and juicy acidity, while the finish is fresh and lively, with very good length. Tasted Nov. 2023. Score: 88+ pts
2.5 Stars
(1000+)V+(70)O
La Posta Armando Bonarda 2022, Grown By Estela Armando, Mendoza
Mendoza, Argentina$14.00
Fresh and fragrant, the medium-high intensity nose is ripe and fruity with dark fruited, black cherry, black plum, blackberry, and smoky oak aromas with touches of peppery spice. On the dry, mid-weighted palate it is ripe with black cherry, blackberry, plum, oak spice, pepper, and clove flavours. It has crisp, juicy acidity, along with a touch of warmth on the mid-palate. Present tannins offer a grippy, textured mouthfeel. The balanced flavour profile of black cherry, dark berry, and plum tapering to smoky oak notes linger on the finish, with very good length. Tasted May 2024. Score: 88+ pts
2.5 Stars
(0)V
Mountadam Five Fifty Chardonnay 2020, Eden Valley
South Australia, Australia$18.95
Screw cap. The rich, medium+ to medium-high intensity nose offers buttery, vanilla, apple, and lemon citrus aromas with touches of butterscotch and oak spice. It's dry, medium+ bodied and quite spicy on the lively palate with buttery, apple/pear, lemon citrus, vanillin oak spice, and leesy mineral flavours. It is creamy, yet also has a slightly chalky textured mouthfeel. Acids are crisp and juicy. Buttery, apple, and citrus notes give way to leesy minerals on the lengthy finish. Tasted Mar. 2024.
2.5 Stars
(0)V
Roc Des Templiers Plan De Dieu Côtes Du Rhône Villages 2022, A.C. Cotes Du Rhone Villages
Rhône, France$15.95
This blend of Grenache Noir, Syrah, and Mourvèdre was fermented and aged in concrete vats and has a fresh, bright, and medium to medium-high intensity nose of black raspberry, black cherry, stony mineral, and red plum aromas. It's medium+ bodied and dry with clean, fresh acidity alongside pleasantly supple tannins that support the delicious and appealing aroma replays on the flavour profile. Shows nice balance throughout with stony, savoury notes lingering on the lengthy finish. Tasted Nov. 2024.
2.5 Stars
(136)V