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
Creekside Sauvignon Blanc 2013, VQA Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$15.95
Screw cap. Elegant, medium intensity nose showing gooseberry, kiwi, guava and lime aromas. It's medium-weighted and echos the aromas, along with some greenness on the flavour profile. Balanced acids. Tropical fruit & lime flavours on the medium+ length on the finish. Well balanced overall. Tasted Oct/2014.
2.5 Stars
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Maquis Cabernet Sauvignon 2011, Colchagua Valley
Rapel Valley, Chile$20.95
Medium+ intensity aromas with crushed red & black fruits, licorice, cassis and currants notes. It's medium-to-full bodied with licorice, plum, currant and vanillan oak flavours on the palate with mouth-watering acids and long, earthy finish. Tasted Oct/2014.
2.5 Stars
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Clos Bellane Les Échalas 2012, Côtes Du Rhône Villages
Rhône, France$30.75
This white wine is made from 3 clones of Roussanne, 1 of which is harvested in November. Elegant, fragrant aromas of beeswax, flowers, lime and citrus. The palate is medium-bodied with crisp, balanced acids with a kiss of sweetness and white truffle notes. It has a very nice texture and a long, clean finish. Very nice! Tasted July/2015.
2.5 Stars
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Stoney Ridge Excellence Chardonnay 2011, VQA Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$17.95
Medium intensity nose of butterscotch, pineapple, vanilla and pear, along with hints of bubblegum. The palate is medium-bodied with vanilla, butter, and baked apple flavours with a spiced mid-palate, balanced acids and long finish. Tasted June/2016.
2.5 Stars
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San Raffaele Monte Tabor Pinot Grigio 2014, Igt Veronese
Veneto, Italy$15.95
Organic Pinot Grigio. Lemon peel and citrus scents from the cork. Subtle nose of lemon, citrus, white grapefruit with a slightly oxidized character. The palate is medium-bodied and dry with lime peel and grapefruit flavours. It has crisp, balanced acidity and some bitterness on the lingering finish. Tasted Sept/2015.
2.5 Stars
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Strewn Terroir Riesling 2013, VQA Niagara On The Lake
Ontario, Canada$14.75
Bright, medium+ intensity aromas of peach, citrus, and orange which replay very nicely on the palate. Just a touch of sweetness, but toned down due to the very good acidity. Fruit forward. Medium+ length finish. Tasted June/2015.
2.5 Stars
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Seriously Cool Chardonnay 2015, VQA Ontario
Ontario, Canada$14.95
Screw cap. Floral, ripe tropical fruit notes, green apple and poached pear aromas emanate from the glass. The palate medium+ bodied with a lush, round mouthfeel and sweet fruited flavours similar to the aroma profile, along with lime notes. It has bright, balanced acids and good length on the finish. Crowd-pleaser suitable for patio weather. Blend of 65% Chardonnay Musque, 26% Chardonnay and 9% Riesling. Tasted Mar/2016.
2.5 Stars
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Rockway Pinot Noir 2014, VQA Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$16.25
The nose is slightly candied with red cherry, strawberry, beetroot and earth aromas of medium+ intensity. It's light-to-medium bodied with slightly dusty and young tannins. The palate is dry with with nice red fruit, black cherry and black plum flavours, and very subtle oak nuances. Acids are very good and the finish is long and juicy. Tasted Jan/2017.
2.5 Stars
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Palatine Hills Neufeld Vineyard Chardonnay 2016, VQA Niagara Lakeshore, Niagara On The Lake
Ontario, Canada$24.95
Tasted Sept/2018.
2.5 Stars
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Hinterbrook Nomad Pinot Noir 2016, VQA Niagara Lakeshore, Niagara On The Lake
Ontario, Canada$19.95
Tasted Apr/2019.
2.5 Stars
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