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
Domaine Jaeger Defaix Rully Mont Palais Premier Cru 2011
Burgundy, France$41.99
Very aromatic Chardonnay. Oak fermentation and ageing influence is evident with elegantly balanced aromas of apple, buttered popcorn, and pineapple. Medium-full bodied and a very creamy mouthfeel. Mineral driven palate, along with ripe fruit and pear flavours. Balanced acids and a long, smooth finish. Nice! Tasted Apr/2014.
3.5 Stars
Château Des Charmes Old Vines Riesling 2012, VQA Niagara On The Lake
Ontario, Canada$16.95
Medium+ intensity aromas of petrol and sweet florals, along with minerally notes of slate and wet rocks. Medium-to-full bodied palate is off-dry and well-balanced with nice aroma replays, plus hints of Flintstones vitamins. Crisp, balanced acids and long, mineral-driven finish. Tasted Sept/2014.
3.5 Stars
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Jim Barry The Lodge Hill Dry Riesling 2013, Clare Valley
South Australia, Australia$24.95
Medium-intensity aromas that show lime, floral and mineral notes. It's light-weighted, clean, and refreshing with spring flowers and lime/lemon on the palate. Slightly off-dry with lively acidity, and a long, tarty finish. Tasted Feb/2014.
3.5 Stars
Tawse Pinot Noir Lauritzen Vineyard 2010, Vinemount Ridge, Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$44.95
Red berries and cherry aromas. Beetroot and strawberry flavours showcase fruit really well. Good balance between fruit and oak. Medium-bodied with a medium-long finish. Tasted Jan/2013.
3.5 Stars
Andrew Peller Signature Series Sauvignon Blanc 2012, VQA Niagara On The Lake
Ontario, Canada$24.75
Highly aromatic and complex nose featuring seaweed, lemongrass, saline, and wild herbal notes. Palate is medium+ bodied and rich with very nice, complex aroma replays. Balanced acids and subtle spice notes with excellent length on the finish. Fermented using wild yeast, 85% of which was barrel-fermented in French oak. Blew my mind! Highly recommended. Tasted Oct/2014.
3.5 Stars
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Hess Allomi Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, Napa Valley
California, Usa$39.95
Aged in American oak and contains 10% Petite Sirah and 2% Petit Verdot. Medium+ aroma intensity with ripe fruits, plum, cherry notes. Medium+ bodied with integrated tannins on palate with flavours of cassis, plum, pepper, and spice. Good acids and a long, warm finish. Taste June/2014.
3.5 Stars
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Hidden Bench Estate Riesling 2013, VQA Beamsville Bench, Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$23.95
Organically grown from estate vineyards. Medium-high intensity aromas with lovely orange, Flintstones vitamins, and citrus with crisp aroma replays on a light frame. Medium-dry in sweetness and juicy, with bracing acids and very good length on the finish. Quality stuff. Tasted Nov/2014. Score: 89+ pts
3.5 Stars
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Loan Wines Special Reserve Semillon 2005, Unoaked, Barossa Valley, South Australia
South Australia, Australia$16.95
Screw cap. Highly aromatic nose showing complex lime peel, melon, honey, fig, and dried herbs. Palate is equally complex with lemon/lime peel, herbs, floral flavours on a light-to-medium bodied frame. Fresh, lively acids balance the just off-dry, slightly viscous palate. Excellent length on the dry finish. Recommended. Tasted Oct/2014.
3.5 Stars
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Viña Tarapacá Gran Reserva Carmenère 2012, Maipo Valley
Maipo Valley, Chile$17.95
Savoury and meaty aromas of medium+ intensity with notions of new oak, blue fruit and some greenness. Palate is medium-to-full bodied with firm, dusty tannins. Flavours of green, herbal and eucalypt. Has very good, balanced acids and medium-long finish. Tasted Oct/2014.
3.5 Stars
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Salcheto Vino Nobile Di Montepulciano 2011, Docg
Tuscany, Italy$23.75
Highly aromatic, savoury, meaty, dark fruits, vanillan and oak aromas that come through on the lovely, balanced palate that is medium-to-full bodied. Integrated oak. Good acids and lengthy finish. Tasted Nov/2014.
3.5 Stars
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