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
Valore Di Famiglia Gran Selezione Chianti Classico 2018, Docg
Tuscany, Italy$39.95
This pure Sangiovese has a fresh, open, and a touch maturing nose of red cherry, wet earth, mushroom, desiccated cherry, and dried floral aromas. On the dry, medium-full bodied palate, it has delicious aroma replays that echo on the palate in a maturing flavour profile. It has well-balanced acidity and creamy tannins. A touch hot on the mid-palate, while the finish is long, savoury, and sweet spiced. Tasted Oct. 2023.
4.0 Stars
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Gorghi Tondi Coste A Preola Nero D'avola 2022, Doc Sicilia
Sicily, Italy$17.95
The fresh, bright nose is fruit forward with dark red cherry aromas nuanced with spices and dark minerals of medium-high intensity. On the dry, medium-full bodied palate it has structured and grippy tannins and lovely dark cherry, red berry, spice, and mineral flavours. Lively acids are juicy and well-balanced. Lovely curranty, cassis, and spice notes linger on the long, crisp, and well-balanced finish. Tasted May 2024.
4.0 Stars
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Maculan Pinot Grigio 2023, Doc Breganze
Veneto, Italy$19.95
The medium+ intensity nose is fresh with citrusy, lemon, and herbal aromas. It's medium-full bodied, dry, and has very good concentration with delicious aroma replays supported by well-balanced acidity. It has a creamy mouthfeel, while touches of mineral join the flavour profile on the finish, with very good length. Tasted Oct. 2024. Score: 88+ pts
4.0 Stars
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Torres Floralis Moscatel Oro, Spain (500ml)
Spain$16.95
Lots of lovely rose and floral aromas. Medium-full bodied with floral and hints of honey on the palate. Medium acidity levels and a long floral finish. Yum! Tasted Apr/2013.
4.0 Stars
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Niagara College Dean`s List Chardonnay 2007, St. Davids Bench
Ontario, Canada$28.15
2009 vintage. Very long nose with butter and apple aromatics joined by some tropical fruits. Begins very smooth with aromas replays on the palate, long finish is a bit spicy. Tasted Sept/2012.
4.0 Stars
Vineland Estates St. Urban Riesling 2008, VQA Niagara Escarpment
Ontario, Canada$19.95
Pours a mature golden yellow colour. Mature nose of medium-high intensity with aromas of wax, honey, citrus, and peach. It's medium+ bodied and off-dry with honeyed, citrusy, and peach flavours. Acids are a bit low, but still well-balanced. Pleasant, chalky-textured mouthfeel. Waxy, citrus, and mineral oil notes linger on the long, lip-smacking finish. Tasted Sept. 2022.
4.0 Stars
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Monmarthe Secret De Famille 1er Cru Brut Champagne, A.C.
Champagne, France$43.75
Blend of 40% Pinot Noir, 40% Meunier, and 20% Chardonnay, this medium to medium+ intensity nose is elegant, yet seems a bit shy, with aromas of citrus, lemon, brioche, orange, and peach. The palate is clean and dry with fine mousse and lovely, balanced aroma replays on the flavour profile, joined by toasty notes. Acids are fresh, while the finish is long, clean, and crisp. Tasted May 2023. Score: 91+ pts
4.0 Stars
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Ruinart Brut Champagne, Ac, Champagne
Champagne, France$89.95
A blend of 49% Pinot Noir, 40% Chardonnay, and 11% Pinot Meunier, this has a medium-high intensity, fragrant nose that has biscuity, brioche, autolytic, and bready notes with hints of lemon citrus very typical of Champagne. The palate is nice and crisp with lime acidity and flavours of lemon, citrus, and autolytic notes with a touch of honey that offers a kiss of sweetness. Long finishing with crisp citrus notes. Tasted Nov/2019.
4.0 Stars
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Fielding Chosen Few Red 2007, Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$74.95
Cabernet Sauvignon 45%, Merlot 41%, and Syrah 14%. Intense aromas of currant, black fruits and some oak. Medium-full bodied with savoury ripe fruits, currants and spice on the palate. Long finish. Approachable now, but will reward with further 2 years ageing. Tasted Sept/2012.
4.0 Stars
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Tawse Estate Chardonnay 2010, VQA Twenty Mile Bench
Ontario, Canada$34.95
Blend of grapes from 3 different vineyards that practice organic and biodynamic farming. Intense apple, butter and pear aromas. Light-to-medium bodied with very lively acidity. Apple and pear replays, with under current of minerals and some floral notes. Long finish. Tasted Jan/2013.
4.0 Stars