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
Le Serre Nuove Dell’ornellaia 2017, Bolgheri
Tuscany, Italy$74.95
The 20th vintage of Le Serre Nuove is a blend of 54% Merlot, 26% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Cabernet Franc, and 6% Petit Verdot and has a reserved nose of ripe blackberry, cherry, oak spice, currant, cassis, and some earthy-savoury aromas. It is medium-full bodied with the aroma profile echoing on the palate led by currant and cassis flavours surrounding a savoury core. Tannins are supple and grippy, while acids are well-balanced. Excellent finish length. Better in 4-5 years and drink until 2030. Very impressive from a hot, dry, and challenging vintage. Tasted Oct/2019.
4.0 Stars
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Bodega Garzón Reserva Albariño 2018, Maldonado
Uruguay, World$21.95
The pretty nose offers fragrant and ripe apricot and peach aromas with hints of lemon citrus. It is medium-full bodied on the structured palate that has a slight spritzy character. Dry flavour profile with citrus, tangy grapefruit, white floral and herbally notes that are lifted with fresh, crisp, and bright acidity. Stone and citrus fruit flavours give way to mineral notes on the long, crisp finish. Tasted June/2019.
4.0 Stars
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Paul Cluver Estate Chardonnay 2017, Wo Elgin
Elgin, South Africa$29.95
Medium-high intensity nose is a touch reductive with lemon citrus and pear and aromas, while the medium bodied palate offers peach, lemon citrus and pear notes that are barrel influenced but nicely balanced. Cool, fresh acids. Apple and pear notes linger on the long finish. Tasted June/2019. 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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Cloudy Bay Chardonnay 2016
Marlborough, New Zealand$39.95
Fairly intense nose delivers a smoky and reductive entry, followed by apple, pear, and vanilla aromas. It is medium+ bodied on the palate with vibrant acids, clean fruit and mouthfeel, and very nice aroma replays. Toasty and spicy notes linger on the long finish. Enjoy over the next 5-7 years. Tasted Oct/2019.
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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Wynns Coonawarra Estate Black Label Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Coonawarra, South Australia
South Australia, Australia$44.95
Tasted Oct/2019.
4.0 Stars
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