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
Macrostie Sonoma Coast Chardonnay 2012
California, Usa$32.95
Medium+ intensity aromas with elegant pear, apple and mineral aromas with nice aroma replays on the palate. Quite lean overall and well-balanced with lively acids and a long, warm finish. Tasted Oct/2014.
3.5 Stars
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Mission Hill Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, BC VQA Okanagan Valley
British Columbia, Canada$29.95
Aromas of medium-to-high intensity with bretty, barnyard, cassis and white pepper notes. The palate is full-bodied and juicy with black fruits, cassis, and black cherry flavours. It has good, balanced acids and finishes long. Tasted Mar/2015.
3.5 Stars
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13th Street Gamay Noir 2013, VQA Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$19.95
Savoury medium intensity nose with meat, charcuterie, dark berry, smoke and beet aromas. It's light-to-medium bodied with red cherry and earthy flavours on the palate, low in tannin, fresh acids and medium-to-long finish. Tasted Sept/2015.
3.5 Stars
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3.5 Stars
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Kwv The Mentors Canvas 2011, Wo Coastal Region
Coastal Region, South Africa$29.95
Blend of 63% Shiraz, 18% Tempranillo, 10% Mourvèdre and 9% Grenache. Aromas are of medium intensity and feature peppercorn, blackberry, oak and hints of earth & barnyard. On the palate, it`s full-bodied with green pepper, earth, oak and sweet ripe fruit flavours. Mouth-watering acids and smooth, integrated tannins that ride the long finish. Tasted Aug/2014.
3.5 Stars
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Castello Di Gabbiano Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Bellezza 2011, Docg
Tuscany, Italy$39.95
Medium+ intensity aromas of savoury oak and red fruits which replay nicely on the medium-to-full bodied palate. Good acids and excellent length on the finish. Tasted Nov/2014.
3.5 Stars
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Paul Hobbs Pinot Noir 2012, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County
California, Usa$68.95
Medium+ intensity of mushroom and earthy notions followed by raspberry aromas. It is medium-bodied with sour cherry, red fruits, incense, and subtle spice box on the palate. Has mouth-watering acids while finishing long and smooth. Tasted Apr/2014. Score: 90+
3.5 Stars
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Il Grigio Da San Felice Gran Selezione Chianti Classico 2010, Docg
Tuscany, Italy$48.95
Highly aromatic with notes of cherry, tomato leaf, olive, tea and earth. Harmonious aroma replays on the medium-to-full bodied palate with smooth, silky tannins and mouth-watering acids. Excellent length on the balanced finish. Good structure should allow drinking enjoyment over the next 6 years. Tasted Nov/2015.
3.5 Stars
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Villa Maria Cellar Selection Sauvignon Blanc 2014, Marlborough, South Island
Marlborough, New Zealand$21.95
Medium-to-high aromatics showing classic gooseberry, kiwi and grassy nose. On the palate, it has ripe tropical fruits, and guava flavours with mouth-watering acids. Excellent length on the finish. A serious step up in quality from their Private Bin collection. Tasted May/2015.
3.5 Stars
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Antinori Solaia 2011, Igt Toscana
Tuscany, Italy$457.95
Blend of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Sangiovese, and 5% Cabernet Franc. Medium-to-high aromatics featuring a complex array of ripe blackberry jam, cassis, herbs, mocha, espresso and sage. The palate is medium+ bodied with pleasing aroma replays accented with minty notes. Lithe tannins are silky, while the acids are nicely balanced. Excellent length on the finish. Tasted Oct/2015.
3.5 Stars
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