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
Aurelio Settimo Rocche Dell'annunziata Barolo 2017, Docg
Piedmont, Italy$54.95
The medium-high to- highly aromatic nose seems a bit shy, but offers very pretty aromas of ripe red cherry, rose floral, raspberry, orange zest, and oak spice. It's big, full-bodied and firmly structured with fresh acidity and lovely, flavourful aroma replays on the palate. Long, juicy, spiced finish. Chewy tannins are very young at this stage. Will reward with 4-5 years in the cellar. Tasted Oct. 2022.
4.5 Stars
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Montes Purple Angel 2020, Do Valle De Colchagua
Colchagua Valley, Chile$105.95
Blend of 92% Carmenère and 8% Petit Verdot. The elegant, highly aromatic nose delivers complex black currant, pepper spice, cassis, herbaceous, grilled pepper, and oak spice aromas. The elegance continues on the slender, medium-full bodied palate with lovely, balanced aroma replays on the flavour profile which is supported by fresh, balanced acidity and elegantly refined and integrated tannins. Herbals, grilled pepper, oak spice, and currant notes linger on the finish, with excellent length. Tasted Sept. 2023.
4.5 Stars
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Eduardo Chadwick Seña 2021, Aconcagua Valley
Chile$209.95
Fresh, medium-high to highly aromatic nose exudes elegance with ripe red & black fruits, strawberry, cassis, red currant, wood spices & black cherry aromas, plus savoury cocoa and clove adding further complexity. On the dry, medium-full bodied palate it has an elegant mouthfeel & ripe, fine-grained tannins which support the ripe black cherry, currant, cassis, bright red berry, strawberry, and raspberry flavours accented by fine oak spice. Acids are juicy and well-balanced, with a slight tangy red berry character. Savoury, earthy notes linger on the very long & smooth finish. Tasted Oct. 2024.
4.5 Stars
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Greywacke Riesling 2020, Marlborough, South Island
Marlborough, New Zealand$29.95
Screw cap. Intense, gorgeously scented bouquet of flowers, lime citrus, white peach, and petrol with whiffs of mineral rise out of the glass. On the impressively concentrated palate it has a very good textured mouthfeel and an off-dry flavour profile of lime citrus, ripe apple, leesy mineral, white flowers, and subtle spicy tones. Impeccably balanced with fresh and juicy acids, while leesy mineral and lime notes taper to a dry, textured finish, with excellent length. Wow! Tasted Feb/2022.
4.5 Stars
Il Poggione Brunello Di Montalcino 2019, Docg
Tuscany, Italy$76.95
This 100% Sangiovese has a fresh, medium to medium-high intensity nose of savoury, earthy, and wood aromas surrounding a core of attractive rose floral and red cherry fruit. It's medium-full to full-bodied, dry, and crunchy with very nice wood spice driven aroma replays on the flavour profile. It has very good acids and well-structured tannins. The nicely balanced flavours linger through to the long, structured, and firm finish. Tasted Nov. 2023.
4.5 Stars
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Isole E Olena Chianti Classico 2019, D.O.C.G. San Donato In Poggi
Tuscany, Italy$44.95
Blend of 80% Sangiovese, 15% Canaiolo, and 5% Syrah. Elegant, dark red fruited, cherry, sweet spice, peppery spice, and hints of dark berry aromas rise out of the glass with great intensity. On the medium-full to full-bodied palate it is impressively concentrated with very nice, balanced aroma replays on the flavour profile and supported by very good, crisp acidity. Present tannins are a touch tight at the moment and will reward ageing. Excellent length on the finish. Tasted May 2022.
4.5 Stars
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Silver Oak Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, Alexander Valley, Sonoma County
California, Usa$143.95
This blend of 94.8% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4.2% Merlot, and 1% Cabernet Franc has a fresh, medium-high to highly aromatic nose with evergreen, herbal, mint, cassis, currant, and sweet oak spice aromas. It's full-bodied with lovely aroma replays and fresh acidity. It has smooth, refined tannins with a supple grip, while the long-lasting finish is balanced and very satisfying. Has the structure and balance to drink well into the mid-2030s. Tasted Oct. 2022.
4.5 Stars
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Groth Cabernet Sauvignon 2020, Oakville, Napa Valley
California, Usa$128.95
Blend of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Merlot. The fragrant, medium-high to highly aromatic nose is elegantly rich and ripe with lovely red berry, currant, cassis, savoury earth, integrated oak spice, and dried herb aromas. The rich, concentrated, and full-bodied palate has flavours of vanillin and cedar oak, plus ripe red currant, red cherry, and hints of mineral and grilled pepper. It has juicy acids and smooth, refined, and well-structured tannins. Dried herbs and leafy linger on the finish, with excellent length. Tasted Apr. 2024.
4.5 Stars
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Montes Purple Angel 2021, Do Valle De Colchagua, Chile
Colchagua Valley, Chile$105.95
Blend of 92% Carmenère and 8% Petit Verdot. The fresh, attractive aromas are intense and elegant with herbaceous, tobacco, red-black-purple fruit, currant, and violet notes. The dry, medium-full to full-bodied palate delivers lovely, well-balanced aroma replays on the flavour profile with very good concentration and smooth, firmly structured tannins. The mouth-watering acidity carries through to the long, powerful, well-balanced, earthy and cocoa flavoured finish, with excellent length. Tasted Nov. 2024. Score: 94+ pts
4.5 Stars
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Gary Farrell Russian River Selection Pinot Noir 2021, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County
California, Usa$72.95
The fresh, medium-high to highly aromatic nose delivers bright fruited aromas of currant, cranberry, dark red berry, floral, and minerality in a complex profile. On the dry, medium+ bodied palate it has clean, well-balanced acidity that lifts the aroma replays on the palate with particular notes of mineral, floral, currant, and black cherry. The finish length is excellent with delicious, tangy berry, currant, and cherry notes. Tasted May 2023.
4.5 Stars
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