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
M. Chapoutier Bila Haut Occultum Lapidem 2016, Ac Côtes Du Roussillon Villages Latour De France
Roussillon, France$26.95
50% Syrah, 40% Grenache, 5% Carignan, and 5% Mourvèdre. Intensely aromatic and fragrant with lovely blackberry, spicy, and some savoury and earthy aromas. It is medium-full bodied and elegant with refined tannins. Complex aromas show up on the palate with very good, balanced acids. Nicely balanced overall with a long, smooth finish. Very classy and elegant. Tasted Mar/2019. Score: 91+ pts
4.0 Stars
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Château Boutisse 2016, Ac Saint émilion Grand Cru
Bordeaux, France$32.75
A blend of 88% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, 1% Cabernet Franc, and 1% Carmenère, this has an elegant and ripe nose of red & black cherries, blueberries with savoury and earthy accents. The full-bodied palate is firmly structured and a touch chalky with lovely aroma replays, plus some graphite notes. Rich with balanced acids and excellent length on the grippy finish. Tasted Nov/2019. Score: 91+ pts
4.0 Stars
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Norman Hardie Winery & Vineyard Pinot Noir 2016, VQA Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$45.20
Lovely lifted nose of bright red cherry, strawberry, and raspberry with terrific intensity, along with subtle hints of oak spice. It's light-to-medium bodied with silky smooth tannins and very nice aroma replays plus some earthy and beetroot notes. Acids are nicely balanced, while the finish is long with currant nuances. Yum! Tasted Oct/2017.
4.0 Stars
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Pieropan Soave Classico 2016, Doc
Veneto, Italy$19.95
Ripe tropical fruit, pink grapefruit aromas with good intensity. It's medium+ bodied on the palate with a crunchy palate, bright acids and nice aroma replays plus some honeysuckle notes giving an impression of sweetness. The finish length is very good. An above-average, food-friendly Soave. Tasted June/2017.
4.0 Stars
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Jean Max Roger Cuvée Marnes Et Caillottes Sancerre 2018, Ac
Loire, France$31.95
Fresh, clean, open, and fragrant nose of stony mineral mingles with lime citrus, stone fruit, and a hint of grassy herb. It is firmly structured and fresh on the palate with very good depth of fruit and flavour intensity, offering stony mineral, citrus, and saline flavours. Tangy, mouth-watering acids are fresh and lively, while the stony-citrus finish has excellent length. Tasted Nov/2019.
4.0 Stars
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Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet/Shiraz 2017, South Australia
South Australia, Australia$99.95
Tasted Oct/2019.
4.0 Stars
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Sperling Brut Reserve 2011, BC VQA Okanagan Valley, British Columbia
British Columbia, Canada$109.35
Fairly intense nose is very autolytic in nature, plus some brioche, lemon citrus, and honeyed aromas add to the complexity. Still crisp and lively on the nicely dry palate with fine acidity and persistent mousse. Lovely, creamy texture and very fresh, ending with some waxy and nutty notes on the very long finish. Blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Tasted June/2019.
4.0 Stars
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Hidalgo Faraon Oloroso Sherry, Dop, Spain (500ml)
Jerez, Spain$19.25
Clean, open, and fragrant, the medium-high intensity aromas offer attractive nutty and caramel notes layered over orange, apricot, brown sugar, and honey. The medium+ bodied palate is very dry with oxidative and nutty flavours, plus touches of lemon peel, salty, leesy, and caramel adding complexity. Acids are fresh and well-balanced, while oxidative, leesy, nutty, and salty notes linger on the exceptionally long, dry, and slightly bitter finish. Best served with a light chill. Tasted Jan. 2024. Score: 91+ pts
4.0 Stars
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Hidden Bench Estate Riesling 2017, VQA Beamsville Bench, Niagara Escarpment
Ontario, Canada$24.95
Medium-high intensity aromatics are complex, offering lovely wet stone mineral, beeswax, white peach, citrus, and ripe apple notes. The crunchy palate is off-dry and noticeably sweet with orange and citrus notes, plus aroma replays. Acids are fresh and vibrant while the finish is long and juicy. Tasted Feb/2019.
4.0 Stars
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13th Street Premier Cuvee 2012, VQA Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$39.95
50/50 blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay that spent at least 4 years on the lees. This has a gorgeous, intense nose of biscuit, leesy, toasty brioche, and pastry with clean lime aromas and flavours. Bright acids are lively. Fine mousse and nicely balanced overall with excellent finish length. Very fine bubbly. Tasted Nov/2018.
4.0 Stars
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