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
Vineland Elevation Cabernet Bo Teek Vineyard 2015, VQA Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$35.00
Fascinating to see a single clone Cab Franc from Niagara, this has a medium+ intensity nose of ripe cassis, currant, blackberry, dark cherry and tobacco aromas, while the medium+ bodied palate is a bit chewy with fine, structured tannins. Bright vibrant acids lift the palate that has very nice aroma replays with some earthy tones on the mid-palate, and finishing long with tobacco notes. Nicely balanced overall, this will drink nicely over the next 5-6 years. Tasted Jan/2018.
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Castello Di Querceto Il Picchio Gran Selezione Chianti Classico 2013, Docg
Tuscany, Italy$47.95
Earthy, umami, forest floor, and savoury with hints of cherry and clove aromas with high intensity. On the medium-full bodied palate, this has chalky tannins and nice savoury aroma replays plus some dark berry and blackberry flavours. Acids are very good. Rustic, savoury and earthy on the long finish. Tasted Sept/2017.
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Wynns Coonawarra Estate Black Label Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Coonawarra, South Australia
South Australia, Australia$44.95
Tasted Oct/2019.
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Silver Oak Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Napa Valley
California, Usa$204.95
Tasted Apr/2018.
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Château La Garde 2015, Ac Pessac Léognan
Bordeaux, France$40.75
This blend of 52% Cabernet Sauvignon, 45% Merlot, and 3% Petit Verdot offers a lovely dark berry and stone aromas that seem a touch shy at the moment. The structured palate is full-bodied with firm, grippy tannins and fresh, vibrant acids. Nicely balanced aroma replays come through on the flavour profile, while the finish is more stony with excellent length. Needs 3-4 years for tannins to soften. Tasted Mar/2019.
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Cvne Imperial Reserva 2014, Doca Rioja
Rioja, Spain$29.75
Blend of 85% Tempranillo and equal parts Graciano, Mazuelo (Carignan), and Grenache spent 18 months in (60%) French and (40%) American oak. Lovely, fairly intense nose offers very complex dark berry, black cherry, blackberry, and black plum aromas, with subtle oak, cinnamon, and spice complementing the dark fruits. The medium-full bodied palate is slightly warm, but the very good fruit concentration holds it all together. Very nice aroma replays are well-balanced on the juicy palate. Nicely balanced overall with smooth tannins and a very long, complex finish. Tasted May/2019.
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