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
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.
4.0 Stars
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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.
4.0 Stars
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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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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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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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
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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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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Roger & Didier Raimbault Sancerre 2017, Ac
Loire, France$31.95
Minerally, terroir-driven wine with saline, lime citrus, and herbal aromas and flavours. Bracing acids freshen the palate. Chalky mineral textured on the finish, with very good length. Tasted Apr/2019.
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