{"id":13419,"date":"2013-02-27T20:49:50","date_gmt":"2013-02-28T01:49:50","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/blog\/?p=13419"},"modified":"2022-08-15T18:56:06","modified_gmt":"2022-08-15T22:56:06","slug":"stratus-gewurztraminer-tarima-monastrell-le-ferme-du-mont-best-lcbo-wines-march-2-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/blog\/stratus-gewurztraminer-tarima-monastrell-le-ferme-du-mont-best-lcbo-wines-march-2-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Stratus Gewurztraminer, Tarima Monastrell, Le Ferme Du Mont: Best LCBO Wines March 2"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/blog\/stratus-gewurztraminer-tarima-monastrell-le-ferme-du-mont-best-lcbo-wines-march-2-2\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-13351\" src=\"http:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/wine-bottles-multicolor.jpg\" alt=\"wine bottles multicolor\" width=\"188\" height=\"251\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/wine-bottles-multicolor.jpg 188w, https:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/wine-bottles-multicolor-160x213.jpg 160w, https:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/wine-bottles-multicolor-125x166.jpg 125w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 188px) 100vw, 188px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Here are my top wine picks from the March 2 Vintages Release. You can also get all 75 of my <a href=\"http:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/winepicks\/search.aspx?dosearch=set&amp;request=634976804613063930&amp;ddrd=368\"><strong>Best Value Wines<\/strong><\/a> and <a href=\"http:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/winepicks\/advanced.aspx?request=634976805373817443&amp;ddrd=368#results\"><strong>Top Rated Wines<\/strong><\/a>for red, white, rose, sparkling and dessert wines that encompass many price points, styles and regions.<\/p>\n<p>You can add my wine picks to your <a href=\"http:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/winelists\/natalie-maclean\/shopping-list\/21\"><strong>shopping list<\/strong><\/a> by clicking on the little shopping cart icon. You can also create a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/mywinelists\/\"><strong>custom list<\/strong><\/a> just for this release that will be saved in your account. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/winepicks\/winepicks_print.aspx?batch=f44ab579a994f9704fd88e15fb4d37a1\"><strong>Print a text-only<\/strong><\/a> version of the reviews.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/winepicks\/wine\/kleine-zalze-cellar-selection-sauvignon-blanc-2011\/182149\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-large wp-image-13420\" src=\"http:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Kleine-Zalze-Sauv-Blanc2-71x250.jpg\" alt=\"Kleine Zalze Sauv Blanc\" width=\"71\" height=\"250\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/winepicks\/wine\/kleine-zalze-cellar-selection-sauvignon-blanc-2011\/182149\"><strong>Kleine Zalze Cellar Selection Sauvignon Blanc 2011, W.O.<\/strong><\/a>, Western Cape, South Africa<\/p>\n<p>Herbal and grassy with lovely lime and grapefruit citrus lift. Medium-bodied and mouth-watering. Perfect for vegetarian dishes and grilled veggies. Drink: 2013-2015. 96255 13.5% D 750 mL $15.95 Score: 89\/100. Best Value White Wine. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/food\/?category=splendidsalad\"><strong>Splendid Salad Wine<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/winepicks\/wine\/stratus-gewurztraminer-2011\/182163\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-13421\" src=\"http:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Stratus-Gewurztraminer1.png\" alt=\"Stratus Gewurztraminer\" width=\"61\" height=\"251\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/winepicks\/wine\/stratus-gewurztraminer-2011\/182163\"><strong>Stratus Gewurztraminer 2011, V.Q.A.<\/strong><\/a>, Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario, Canada<\/p>\n<p>Classic and lovely! Lychee, rose petal, spice without being too much. Medium-bodied and mouth-watering. Perfect for Asian and curries. Bring it! Pair with: pad Thai. Drink: 2013-2017. 251447 13.5% D 750 mL $29.95 Score: 93\/100. Top Rated White Wine. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/food\/?category=0\"><strong>Spectacular Spicy Wine<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/winepicks\/wine\/tarima-monastrell-2010\/182197\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-13422\" src=\"http:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/tarima-monastrell-20101.jpg\" alt=\"tarima-monastrell-2010\" width=\"69\" height=\"249\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/winepicks\/wine\/tarima-monastrell-2010\/182197\"><strong>Tarima Monastrell 2010, D.O.<\/strong><\/a>, Alicante, Jumilla, Spain<\/p>\n<p>Stunning wine for the price! Supple, velvet smooth and loaded with seductive fleshy black cherry aromas and flavours. Beautiful depth and length. Gorgeous black raspberry on the finish. I still can&#8217;t believe the price. Stock up! Pair with grilled pork chops, prime rib, roast and herbed chicken. Drink: 2013-2015. 310151 14.5% XD 750 mL $12.95 Score: 90\/100. Best Value Red Wine. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/food\/?category=dazzlingdeal\"><strong>Smart Buy Wine<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/winepicks\/wine\/le-ferme-du-mont-vendange-2010\/182213\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-13425\" src=\"http:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Le-Ferme-Du-Mont-Vendange-20101.jpg\" alt=\"Le Ferme Du Mont Vendange 2010\" width=\"70\" height=\"251\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/winepicks\/wine\/le-ferme-du-mont-vendange-2010\/182213\"><strong>Le Ferme Du Mont Vendange 2010, A.C.<\/strong><\/a>, Ch\u00e2teauneuf-Du-Pape, Rh\u00f4ne, France<\/p>\n<p>Spectacular! Savoury meaty notes and graphite on the nose bloom into fleshy black plums and happiness. Full-bodied and supple yet this one will go the distance in the cellar. The concentration is rich and deep and the finish is long and satisfying. Pair with filet mignon and rosemary lamb. Drink: 2014-2020. 309245 14.5% XD 750 mL $42.95 Score: 96\/100. Top Rated Red Wine. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/food\/?category=lusciouslamb\"><strong>Luscious Lamb Wine<\/strong><\/a>.<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/winepicks\/wine\/domaine-allimant-laugner-cremant-dalsace-brut\/182139\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-13426\" src=\"http:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/1821392.jpg\" alt=\"182139\" width=\"71\" height=\"250\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/winepicks\/wine\/domaine-allimant-laugner-cremant-dalsace-brut\/182139\"><strong>Domaine Allimant-Laugner Cr\u00e9mant D&#8217;alsace Brut, A.C.<\/strong><\/a>, Alsace, France<\/p>\n<p>Crisp and clean and a great price for this taste and quality! Aromas of toast and green apple. Stock up for parties and weddings. This would also be lovely with shellfish. Drink: 2013-2015. 30593 12.5% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 88\/100. Best Value Sparkling Wine. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/food\/?category=perfectpasta\"><strong>Perfect Pasta Wine<\/strong><\/a>.<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/winepicks\/wine\/reichsgraf-von-kesselstatt-piesporter-goldtrpfchen-riesling-spatlese-1999\/182140\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-13427\" src=\"http:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/1821402.jpg\" alt=\"182140\" width=\"61\" height=\"248\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/winepicks\/wine\/reichsgraf-von-kesselstatt-piesporter-goldtrpfchen-riesling-spatlese-1999\/182140\"><strong>Reichsgraf Von Kesselstatt Piesporter Goldtr\u00f6pfchen Riesling Sp\u00e4tlese 1999<\/strong><\/a>, Pr\u00e4dikatswein, Mosel, Germany<\/p>\n<p>Sweet with ripe apricot and honeysuckle notes. Light-bodied and aromatic. Great with very spicy and hot dishes. Pair with: blue-veined cheeses, spicy sushi. Drink: 2013-2016. 313502 8.5% MS 750 mL $19.95 Score: 88\/100. Best Value Dessert Wine. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/food\/?category=captivatingcheese\"><strong>Enchanting Cheese Wine<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Get access to all <a href=\"http:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/winepicks\/search.aspx\"><strong>wine reviews<\/strong><\/a>:<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/login\/\"><\/p>\n<p><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Posted with permission of the LCBO.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/login\/\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-12867\" src=\"http:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/01\/Join-US-Purple-button.jpg\" alt=\"Join US Purple button\" width=\"151\" height=\"54\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/01\/Join-US-Purple-button.jpg 151w, https:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/01\/Join-US-Purple-button-150x54.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/01\/Join-US-Purple-button-125x44.jpg 125w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 151px) 100vw, 151px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Here are my top wine picks from the March 2 Vintages Release. You can also get all 75 of my Best Value Wines and Top Rated Winesfor red, white, rose, sparkling and dessert wines that encompass many price points, styles and regions. You can add my wine picks to your shopping list by clicking on the little shopping cart icon. You can also create a custom list just for this release that will be saved in your account. Print a text-only version of the reviews. &nbsp; Kleine Zalze Cellar Selection Sauvignon Blanc 2011, W.O., Western Cape, South Africa Herbal and [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[113,62,26],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-13419","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-best-wines","category-lcbo-vintages-release","category-wine-picks"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13419","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=13419"}],"version-history":[{"count":14,"href":"https:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13419\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":57460,"href":"https:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13419\/revisions\/57460"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=13419"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=13419"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=13419"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}