Jason Solanki

Treana Marsanne/Viognier 2009, Central Coast

Fresh floral aromas, plus pineapple and honeysuckle. Medium-bodied with an oily texture. Palate consists of lemon, orange rind and some evident French oak ageing. Nice, long finish. Tasted Feb/2013.

Blend of 55% Marsanne and 45% Viognier. Nice floral and tropical fruit aromatics. Off-dry and medium-bodied with complex notes of limestone minerality, orchard fruits and some buttery notes. Oak ageing is evident. Long finish. Tasted Nov/2012.

Falernia Reserva Syrah 2009, Elquí Valley

Intense aromas of blueberry, raspberry, vanilla and hints of coffee. Medium-bodied and fruit forward with peppercorn leading to long, smooth finish. Quite well-balanced with refined tannins. Tasty! Tasted Nov/2012.

Casa Lapostolle Cuvée Alexandre Chardonnay 2011, Atalayas Vineyard, Casablanca Valley

Made with organic grapes, quite aromatic with smooth and pleasing butter, apple and pear. Creamy and oily on the medium-full bodied frame, and lovely aroma replays. Balanced, long finish. Good acidity for pairing with food. Very nice! Tasted June/2013.

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Rosewood Estates Merlot 2010, VQA Niagara Escarpment

Sweet core of fruit aromas along with mulberry and hints of cocoa. Bright acidity with raspberry, cocoa on the palate. Tannins are very well-integrated and has a delicious, long finish. Tasted Oct/2012.

Dopff & Irion Vorbourg Pinot Gris 2009, Ac Alsace Grand Cru

Nice citrusy, honey and pine aromas from cork. Lots or orange and tropical fruit aromas from the glass. Medium-full bodied and creamy texture with lively acidity. Aroma replays of orange and tropical fruits, plus some spice. Medium in sweetness. Quite the intensity on mid-palate, leading to a long, balanced finish. I wish I had more of this. Tasted Jan/2013.

C.H. Berres ürziger Würzgarten Riesling Kabinett 2009, Prädikatswein

Screw cap. Medium-high intense aromas of slate, honeyed pear, floral, petrol, and minerals. Medium sweetness with zippy acidity that rushes across the palate and has very nice aroma replays. Slightly chalky mouthfeel. Finishes long and smooth with a honeyed tinge. Gorgeous! Tasted Oct/2013.

Jackson Triggs Delaine Syrah 2010, VQA Niagara Peninsula

Low intensity aromas of ripe dark fruits, oak, and some spice. Medium-bodied with currant and minty notes on palate. Mouth-watering acidity and quite smooth, integrated tannins throughout. Tasted Jan/2013.

Château Pipeau 2009, Ac St émilion Grand Cru

90% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Cabernet Franc. Lots of big oak, currant and dark fruit aromas. Gobs of chunky, dark fruits on palate that is joined by coffee and chocolate notes. French barrel oaking shines through on this very big, full-bodied Merlot. It's well-balanced, has very good acidity and a long finish. Tasted Nov/2012.

Château Des Charmes Old Vines Riesling 2010, VQA Niagara On The Lake

Lime, citrus aromas and hints of lemon with replays on the smooth, full-bodied palate. Finishes clean and off-dry. Quite nice. Tasted June/2012.

Grant Burge The Holy Trinity Grenache/Shiraz/Mourvédre 2010, Barossa

Nose seems closed, but showed smoky, black & red fruits. Palate is medium-bodied with spicy, red fruits, sour cherry, and black cherry flavours. Nice acids, along with balanced, integrated tannins. Long, smooth finish. Tasted Feb/2014.