{"id":24467,"date":"2015-09-02T08:47:01","date_gmt":"2015-09-02T12:47:01","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/blog\/?p=24467"},"modified":"2015-09-02T08:47:45","modified_gmt":"2015-09-02T12:47:45","slug":"lcbo-90-point-wines-vintages-september-5","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/blog\/lcbo-90-point-wines-vintages-september-5\/","title":{"rendered":"Jane\u2019s Gems: 90 Point Wines in the LCBO Vintages Sept 5"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"art<\/a>By Jane Staples<\/p>\n

The September 5th release is all about uncorking a great wine.\u00a0 A great bottle of wine is like a great painting; so much goes into creating it and the final product is a work of art.<\/p>\n

Like a painter working with colour and canvas, the winemaker works with the soil, the vines, the harvest and the oak, making decisions about blending and aging along the way.<\/p>\n

Uncorking a great bottle of wine can kick off a great conversation.\u00a0 Some wine lovers enjoy discussing the terroir and winemaking techniques, or the history of a particular region.<\/p>\n

Others are more interested in the food that goes with it.\u00a0 Or maybe you have a special occasion like a birthday or a promotion to toast.<\/p>\n

\"Toasting,<\/a><\/p>\n

A glass of wine shared with a good friend or loved one is sure to start a great conversation.\u00a0 Share your memories or just kick back after a busy week at work.\u00a0 There\u2019s magic in your glass!<\/p>\n

Vintages is a great spot to discover new wines.\u00a0 Don\u2019t be intimidated by the wood panelling or the location at the back of the store; this corner is a place for everyone to discover a new wine.<\/p>\n

Vintages has quality wines for every budget, whether you\u2019re looking for a Tuscan Tignanello or an incredible value like Chapoutier Belleruche Cotes-du-Rhone.<\/p>\n

The stock changes regularly because there are too many great wines out there to keep on the shelves at one time.\u00a0 Visit soon and make a new discovery\u2026then uncork something great!<\/p>\n

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Hidden Bench Chardonnay 2013<\/strong><\/a>\"Hidden<\/a><\/strong>
\nBeamsville Bench, Ontario VQA<\/p>\n

A full-bodied Chardonnay made from organically grown grapes, opening with a soft nose of tropical fruit and butterscotch, then a rich palate turns up the volume, repeating the nose with a touch of lemon to keep it lively.\u00a0 Dry with well-integrated flavours and a long lemon\/tropical finish<\/p>\n

Alcohol: 13%
\nSweetness:\u00a0 Extra- Dry
\n750 ml
\nDrink: 2014-2018
\nPrice: $28.95
\nScore: 90\/100<\/p>\n

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Paul Prieur Et Fils Sancerre 2014<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \"Paul<\/a>
\nLoire AC, France<\/p>\n

A refreshing and elegant French white wine made from hand-picked Sauvignon Blanc grapes. The nose shows apple and melon, while the palate shows orchard fruit, herbal notes and citrus rind. Dry with mouth-watering acidity and a long citrus finish.<\/p>\n

Alcohol: 13%
\nSweetness:\u00a0 Extra Dry
\n750 ml
\nDrink:\u00a0 2014-2017
\nPrice:\u00a0 $26.95
\nScore:\u00a0 91\/100<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

Maculan Pinot Grigio 2013<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0\u00a0 \"Maculan<\/a>
\nVeneto IGT, Italy<\/p>\n

From the Veneto, Italy, this is a bright lemony yellow Pinot Grigio with a fresh nose of pear, apple and “toca di limone”. The refreshing palate repeats this lovely melody.\u00a0 Dry, medium-bodied with herbal touches on the finish.<\/p>\n

Alcohol: 12.5%
\nSweetness: Extra \u2013Dry
\n750ml
\nDrink: 2015-2017
\nPrice: $14.95
\nScore: 90\/100<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

Mulderbosch Faithful Hound 2012<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0\u00a0 \"Mulderbosch<\/a>
\nStellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa<\/p>\n

From Western Cape W O in South Africa, a delicious blend of Cab Sauv, Cab Franc, Merlot, Malbec and Petit Verdot.\u00a0 Dark garnet red with a ripe cassis nose, followed by a palate giving juicy cassis, ripe strawberries, slight mint, subtle baking spice, mocha and vanilla. Dry and multi-layered with very well integrated flavours and a long, satisfying dark berry\/mocha finish.\u00a0 A wonderful wine discovery!\u00a0 Read the story of the faithful hound on the label, then trade stories about your favourite pet.<\/p>\n

Alcohol: 13.5%
\nSweetness: Extra Dry
\n750 ml
\nDrink:\u00a0 2015-2019
\nPrice: $20.95
\nScore:\u00a0 92\/100<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

Verbena Brunello Di Montalcino 2009<\/strong><\/a>\"Verbena<\/a><\/strong>
\nTuscany DOCG, Italy<\/p>\n

A Tuscan favourite made from 100% Sangiovese grapes.\u00a0 Aromatic nose with ripe cherry, blueberry, dark chocolate and violet,\u00a0 while the rich palate gives cherries, leather, dried herbs, mocha and mineral notes.\u00a0 Polished tannins and a rich, satisfying finish.\u00a0 A wine to linger over.<\/p>\n

Alcohol: 14.5%
\nSweetness:\u00a0 Dry
\n750 ml
\nDrink: 2015-2020
\nPrice: $39.95
\nScore:\u00a0 92\/100<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

\"Jane<\/a>Jane Staples<\/strong>
\nWine Columnist<\/p>\n

Jane graduated from Algonquin College\u2019s Sommelier Program with the Gold Medal in Food and Wine Pairing and a score of 94.5% in the final exam.<\/p>\n

She completed courses in Winetasting, Grape Varieties, Food and Wine Pairing, Old World Wines, New World Wines, Vinification and Advanced Sommelier Techniques. She also has a BA from the University of Toronto.<\/p>\n

Jane is a principal wine columnist for nataliemaclean.com, with this regular column, as well as for her own site, bellovino.ca.<\/strong> Jane is also the regular wine columnist for Ottawa Wedding Magazine and also writes for Alive Magazine.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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