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
Volpaia Chianti Classico 2021, Docg
Tuscany, Italy$37.95
Mainly Sangiovese with a small percentage of Merlot, this has a lovely, medium to medium-high intensity nose of red cherry, floral, rose petal, sweet baking spice, and cinnamon aromas. The medium+ bodied palate is dry and a touch spicy with lovely aroma replays that echo on the flavour profile. It has very good, juicy acidity, alongside smooth, well-structured tannins. Lovely sweet spice and red cherry notes linger on the long, well-balanced finish. Tasted Nov. 2024.
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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Renato Ratti Marcenasco Barolo 2018, Docg
Piedmont, Italy$52.25
Lovely, open, highly aromatic nose offers pretty red cherry, rose floral, and orange notes. On the medium+ bodied palate it has gorgeously balanced aroma replays joined by some pleasant bitterness on the flavour profile. It's supported by balanced acidity and well-integrated tannins that have some grip and texture which adds to the mouthfeel. Harmonious, long finish. Enjoy into the mid-2030s. Tasted Oct. 2022.
4.5 Stars
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Cave Spring Csv Blanc De Blancs Brut 2017, Beamsville Bench
Ontario, Canada$49.95
Bottled aged for 65 months, this 100% Chardonnay has a medium-high intensity nose that is fresh and elegant with smoky, leesy mineral, savoury aromas alongside ripe green apple, pear, citrus, and stone fruit, plus some autolytic characters. It has clean acidity and a fine bead of bubbles on the palate, which is slightly spicy on the mid-palate. Ripe orchard fruits, toasty, and autolytic notes round out the flavour profile. Lovely apple, pear, spice, toasty, and brioche notes linger on the long, juicy, and crisp finish. Tasted June 2025.
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
Masi Riserva Costasera Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico Riserva 2009, Doc (1500ml)
Veneto, Italy$156.95
Blend of 70% Corvina, 15% Rondinella, 10% Oseleta, and 5% Molinara. Medium-to-high intensity aromatics with rich notions of dried fruit, floral, tomato leaf, and fig. It's plush, dense and mouthwatering on the full bodied palate with terrific sweet and savoury aroma replays. Very good structure, bright acids, and excellent length on the finish. Enjoy over the next 15 years. Tasted Nov/2015 from 750mL bottle.
4.5 Stars
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Heitz Cellar Cabernet Sauvignon 2007, Napa Valley
California, Usa$89.95
Very nice minty, cassis, oak and green/herbal aromas that are in complete harmony. Full-bodied and slightly round mouthfeel with mouth-watering acidity. Palate has very nice aroma replays and is well-balanced throughout. Tannins are well integrated and finishes long and very smooth. Drinking superbly now. Tasted Apr/2013.
4.5 Stars
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Delaforce Vintage Port 2000, Doc, Portugal
Douro, Portugal$51.25
Fairly intense nose of spice and dried fruits such as fig, prunes, dates, and raisins. It is full bodied and dense with very nice, sweet aroma replays on the flavour profile. It's well-balanced throughout with no hard edges and an excellent finish length. Tasted Nov/2019.
4.5 Stars
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Heitz Trailside Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2007, Napa Valley
California, Usa$119.95
Medium-high aromatics with oak and barnyard leading the way, underlying black fruits. It's full-bodied with a plush mouthfeel and mouth-watering acids. Complex earthy flavours on the palate, along with spice, licorice, eucalypt, and hints of raisin. Velvety tannins. Long, earthy finish. Tasted Oct/2013.
4.5 Stars
Nicolás Catena Zapata 2010, Mendoza
Mendoza, Argentina$112.00
Highly aromatic with lovely notions of floral, raspberry, cherry and mineral notes with very nice aroma replays on the palate. It's full-bodied with good structure, depth and well-balanced. It has mouth-watering acids and smooth, refined tannins. Finishes long with slight earthy tones. Drink over the next decade. Outstanding! Tasted July/2015.
4.5 Stars
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