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
Southbrook Estate Grown Small Lot Wild Ferment Chardonnay 2013, Four Mile Creek
Ontario, Canada$34.95
Ripe pear, green apple and hints of butter aromas from the cork. Elegant bouquet of coconut, pear, Golden apple, with hints of honeycomb and white flower. The palate is medium-bodied and dry with vibrant acidity and honey-tinged aromas replays. A saline note comes through mid-palate. Finishes long with mineral, honey, apple, floral and vanilla aftertaste. Some intriguing coffee notes emerge as it warms up in the glass. Lots going on in this yummy Chardonnay. Eminently drinkable now and should be better in a couple of years. Tasted Dec/2015.
4.0 Stars
Il Molino Di Grace Riserva Chianti Classico 2009, Docg
Tuscany, Italy$24.95
Maturing very nicely, this has a medium+ intensity nose offering savoury, wet earth and meaty notes along with some dried herbs and floral. More mature, savoury aromas replays on the medium-full bodied palate. Smooth tannins and still has very good acidity. Long earthy finish. Traditional, old world Chianti Classico. 100% Sangiovese. Tasted May/2016.
4.0 Stars
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Domaine Drouhin Arthur Chardonnay 2015, Dundee Hills, Willamette Valley
Oregon, Usa$29.75
The medium-high intensity nose has aromas of pear, vanilla and stone fruits with hints of peach. The palate is full-bodied and fleshy with nice, clean aroma replays, balanced acids and excellent finish length. Tasted Apr/2018.
4.0 Stars
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Argyros Assyrtiko 2017, Pdo Santorini
Santorini, Greece$29.95
Highly aromatic with lemon/lime, herbs, and flinty minerality notes. The medium+ bodied palate offers lovely aroma replays and lively acidity. Long, juicy finish. Tasted Nov/2018. Score: 90+ pts
4.0 Stars
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Domaine Chante Perdrix Châteauneuf Du Pape 2016, Ac
Rhône, France$45.95
A harmonious blend of 60% Grenache, 20% Syrah, 15% Mourvèdre, and 5% Muscardin. Intense, ripe, concentrated dark berry, cherry, raspberry, and smoky mineral aromas. Full-bodied on the palate with very nice aroma replays - raspberry, cherry, sweet spice, and smoky notes more prominent. Creamy textured with refined tannins and well-balanced acids. Excellent finish length goes on and on. Tasted June/2019.
4.0 Stars
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Laroche Les Beauroys Chablis 1er Cru 2017, Ac
Burgundy, France$39.95
Highly aromatic nose is fragrant with citrus and stony minerality and some spice notes. The palate is clean with fine aroma replays and some nutty nuances. It's nicely textured with balanced acids. Long, elegant finish. Tasted June/2019. Score: 91+ pts
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Viticcio Beatrice Gran Selezione Chianti Classico 2013, Docg
Tuscany, Italy$42.75
Tasted June/2018. Score: 90+ pts
4.0 Stars
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Gaja Ca'marcanda Promis 2014, Igt Toscana
Tuscany, Italy$54.95
This blend of 55% Merlot, 35% Syrah, and 10% Sangiovese has medium+ intensity and complex aromas of lovely floral, cherry, brett/barnyard, earth, red & black fruits, cocoa, blueberry and olive that also come through on the medium+ bodied palate. Bright acids. Dusty tannins are quite structured. Finish length is very good. Enjoy over the next 10-15 years. Tasted Oct/2016.
4.0 Stars
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Ségla 2010, Second Wine Of Château Rauzan Ségla, Ac Margaux, Bordeaux
Bordeaux, France$69.95
Lovely red cherry, floral, wet forest floor, and earthy aromas. The medium-bodied palate is classy with soft, smooth, refined tannins and very good acidity. The balanced flavour profile mimics the nose. Elegant, harmonious and showing plenty of finesse. Forest floor with hints of barnyard on the long finish, with excellent length. Enjoy until 2024. Tasted Sept/2019.
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