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
Wolf Blass Gold Label Chardonnay 2012, Adelaide Hills
South Australia, Australia$24.95
Highly aromatic nose with buttered popcorn, butter, and hints of orchard fruit with nice aroma replays on the palate led by apple and butter notes. It's medium-bodied, balanced acids and has a long, smooth finish. Very well balanced overall. Tasted Feb/2014.
3.5 Stars
Marqués De Riscal Reserva 2008
Rioja, Spain$24.70
Mostly Tempranillo with 7% Graciano and 3% Mazuelo (Carignan). Plum and old, wet wood aromas from the cork. Medium+ intensity aromas featuring dried fruit, cedar, blackberry, plums and hints of underbrush. It's medium-bodied with an earthy core surrounded by notions of black cherry, blackberry, dried fruits, and herbally notes. Acids are still very fresh. Tannins are slightly dusty, but otherwise very smooth. Excellent length on the cherry-earthy finish. Tasted Nov/2014.
3.5 Stars
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Antinori Guado Al Tasso 2009, Doc Bolgheri Superiore
Tuscany, Italy$104.95
Blend of 60% Cab Sauv, 25% Merlot, 12% Cab Franc and 3% Petit Verdot. Medium-high intensity aromas of dark fruits, purple fruits, blackberries, lavender and mocha. Full-bodied and dense with big tannins that are integrated very nicely. Harmonious aromas show very nicely on the palate, along with some plummy + herbal notes. Mouth-watering acidity to go along with a long, long finish. Enjoyable now, but can be aged for another 15 years. Beautiful! Tasted Nov/2013.
3.5 Stars
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Domaine Tournon Mathilda Shiraz 2011, Victoria
Victoria, Australia$19.95
Screw cap. Medium-high aromatics with terrific complexity offering white pepper, garrigue, blackberry, mint, with some earthy/barnyard funk. Dusty tannins are nicely integrated with just a touch of grip on the medium-bodied palate. Juicy blackberry, white pepper, black cherry, mint, earth and wood flavours in a dry style, Acids are fresh. Nice, long earthy finish. Old world in style and highly drinkable. Tasted Apr/2017.
3.5 Stars
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Pillitteri Chardonnay Icewine 2007, VQA Niagara On The Lake, Niagara Peninsula (375ml)
Ontario, Canada$40.00
Medium-high intensity aromas of apricots, peach, honeysuckle, lemon and very nice and delicious aroma replays on the palate. Feels syrupy in style on the medium-full bodied frame and has slight heat on the medium-length finish. Reminds me of a Vidal. Tasted Jan/2014.
3.5 Stars
Kilikanoon Killerman's Run Shiraz/Grenache 2011, Clare Valley
South Australia, Australia$19.95
60/40 Shiraz & Grenache blend. Medium-high intensity aromas of smoke, mint/eucalyptus and peppercorn. Medium-full bodied with nice aroma replays plus some sour cherry and French oak notes. Mouth-watering acids and a long, warm finish. Score: 88+ pts. Tasted Feb/2014.
3.5 Stars
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Hess Collection 19 Block Cuvée 2009, Mount Veeder, Napa Valley
California, Usa$47.95
Blend of 63% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Malbec, 9% Syrah, 7% Merlot, and 1% Petit Verdot. Gorgeous aromas of black and red currants, cassis and cedar waft from the glass. It's full-bodied with very good, balanced acidity. Flavours mimic aroma profile plus some herbal and spice notes. Tannins nicely integrated and a long, somewhat spicy finish. Tasted Oct/2013.
3.5 Stars
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Le Clos Jordanne Village Reserve Pinot Noir 2011, VQA Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$30.00
Medium+ intensity aromatics with earthy, beetroot, bretty nose. On the palate, it's medium-bodied with oak spice, cherry and strawberry flavours. Has very good acids and long, dry, savoury finish. Food-friendly wine. Tasted Oct/2014.
3.5 Stars
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Jim Barry Cover Drive Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon 2010
Australia$26.95
Medium intensity aromas of smoky cassis and cherry. Medium-full bodied with sweet ripe fruits on the palate with notes of cassis and dried cherry. Tannins are chalky, yet smooth and integrating very nicely. Good acids and a long, warm, finish. Ageable 4-5 years. Recommended. Tasted Feb/2014.
3.5 Stars
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Tselepos Classique Mantinia Moschofilero 2013, Mantinia
Greece$14.75
100% Moschofilero. Light orange-pinkish hue. Perfumed nose of orange, peach, blossom flowers, very Muscat-like. Palate is medium-bodied and dry (not sweet) with orange peel, citrus and floral notes, vibrant acidity. Quite warm mouthfeel with 13% alcohol. Excellent length on the finish. Recommended buy. Tasted Apr/2015.
3.5 Stars
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