{"id":7179,"date":"2012-03-28T20:17:31","date_gmt":"2012-03-28T20:17:31","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/blog\/?p=7179"},"modified":"2022-08-17T18:32:20","modified_gmt":"2022-08-17T22:32:20","slug":"terre-nere-brunello-di-montalcino-corte-riva-cabernet-sauvignon-finca-sobreno-crianza-best-cellar-wines-in-lcbo-vintages-release-march-31","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nataliemaclean.com\/blog\/terre-nere-brunello-di-montalcino-corte-riva-cabernet-sauvignon-finca-sobreno-crianza-best-cellar-wines-in-lcbo-vintages-release-march-31\/","title":{"rendered":"Terre Nere Brunello Di Montalcino, Corte Riva Cabernet Sauvignon, Finca Sobreno Crianza Best Cellar Wines in LCBO Vintages Release March 31"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"<\/a>By Gaby Israel<\/p>\n

For the cellar<\/strong><\/p>\n

France –\u00a0Chateau Haut-Surget<\/strong> 2009 – $24.95<\/p>\n

So much has been said and written about this amazing vintage in Bordeaux especially in terms of\u00a0 comparing its quality to other legendary vintages such as 1990 and 1982. This wine from Lalande-de-Pomerol is a typical Right-bank blend of 70% Merlot, 15% Cab Sauv, 15% Cab Franc. An excellent review in WS scored it 90-93 and thought the wine a good value. This wine could probably be cellared for 8-12 years, which makes it a GPCi bargain. So if you like good Bordeaux wines and want to try a nice example from the 2009 vintage without having to take out another mortgage, give this one a try.<\/p>\n

Italy –\u00a0Terre Nere Brunello Di Montalcino<\/strong><\/a> 2006 – $35.95<\/p>\n

So here is the thing… 2006 was an outstanding vintage for both Chianti and Brunello. You won\u2019t find too many 2006 Brunellos, at this level of quality , with these reviews (WS=92) and for $36! According to the review this wine will age gracefully (2013 -2025) and seems to be another \u2018must\u2019 for any wine lover and\/or collector. This release offers you another Brunello from the 2005 vintage (the 2005 Corte Pavone Brunello) that also received a raving review by WS but costs $50. My preference from a \u2018price-quality-potential cellaring\u2019 ratio is to go with the 2006 Terre Nere. Buy 2-6 bottles.<\/p>\n

Portugal –\u00a0Delaforce Corte Vintage Port<\/strong><\/a> 1997 – $38.95 (WS=95)<\/p>\n

I had the non- vintage Delaforce Port and completely fell in love with the brand. 1997 was a stellar year for Port in general and WS reviewed this effort and gave it the outstanding score of 95 (!). The price for good Vintage Ports is usually double this one. And yes, I checked, it\u2019s the full size bottle not half… . If you are a port lover (which I am), do not skip this opportunity (will not).<\/p>\n

United States \u2013 Napa\/Sonoma –\u00a0Corte Riva Cabernet Sauvignon<\/strong> 2005 – $39.95<\/p>\n

I\u2019ve never had this wine before but I\u2019ve heard so much about it. I read RP\u2019s review \u2013 he gave the wine 93+ and indicated a long term cellaring until 2027. Judging by the review and the GPCi of this wine, I\u2019d say, go for it and add an appreciated brand from the excellent 2005 vintage to your California section in the cellar.<\/p>\n

Best values:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Germany –\u00a0Studert-Pr\u00fcm Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling\u00a0Sp\u00e4tlese<\/strong><\/a> 2007 – $17.95<\/p>\n

One of the most consistent German Riesling producers. Never had less than exciting Riesling from this producer. 2007 was a very successful vintage for Riesling in Germany, so for $18 you cannot go wrong. This Sp\u00e4tlese can be enjoyed now and in the next 10+ years, which makes its GPCi insanely attractive. I\u2019d buy 2-12 bottles. Serve chilled.<\/p>\n

France<\/p>\n

Domaine Grosset Cairanne Cotes-Du-Rhone-Villages<\/strong>\u00a02009 – $17.95<\/p>\n

Domaine De La Janasse\u00a0Cotes-Du-Rhone<\/strong><\/a> 2009 \u2013 $15.95<\/p>\n

Anything from the 2009 vintage is a safe bet especially when it comes with a $16 to $18 price tag. The Domaine Grosset Cairanne received a very supportive review by RP (90-92).\u00a0 When it comes to Domaine De La Janasse, although WS gave it \u201conly\u201d 89, I will try it regardless. I\u2019ve visited\u00a0Domaine De La Janasse in 2006 and since, I\u2019m completely hooked to their Ch\u00e2teauneuf-du-Pape. So although this is not their 2009 CdP, I\u2019m sure it\u2019s a great wine for the buck.<\/p>\n

Hecht & Bannier Cote Du Roussillon Villages<\/strong><\/a>\u00a02008 (RP=93) – $22.95<\/p>\n

I would usually skip wines from 2008 in that region, but RP gave it an especially\u00a0 high score of 93 and indicated that it can be cellared for 5 to 7+ years and potentially longer. Very tempting to try. I\u2019d buy 2-4 bottles.<\/p>\n

Spain<\/p>\n

Finca Sobreno Crianza<\/strong><\/a>\u00a02008 – $17.95<\/p>\n

Marques De Grinon Alea Crianza<\/strong> 2007 \u2013 $15<\/p>\n

Two Crianza Tempranillo (aka Tinta de Toro in the Toro region) based wines. Crianza means \u2018upbringing\u2019 \u2013 these wines were in oak barrels for up to a year (compared to Reserva and Gran Reserva that are aged in barrels for between 1 to 2+ years respectively,\u00a0 and another 1 to 3 years in the bottle prior to release). 2008 is considered to be slightly better than the 2007 vintage. The Finca Sobreno received 89+ by Parker and can be cellared until 2020. And all that for $18 \u2013 very impressive! I had the Reserva version of the Marques De Grinon, which was delightful, so again, I find no risk in spending $15 on the Crianza to enjoy a lovely Rioja. Expect a good day-to-day wine.<\/p>\n

Chile<\/p>\n

Fabre Montmayou Reserva Malbec<\/strong>\u00a02009 – $15.95<\/p>\n

Falerina Reserva Carmenere<\/strong> 2007 – $16.95<\/p>\n

Two great wines from Chile for no more than $17. Both received great reviews by Jay Miller. The Carmenere received 90 and the Malbec 91. If you plan to BBQ with friends this Spring, I\u2019d start with the Carmenere and move \u201cup\u201d to the Malbec. Buy 2+2 and let the party begin…<\/p>\n

Worth exploring:<\/strong><\/p>\n

United States- California –\u00a0Quady Elysium Black Muscat<\/strong><\/a> (375 ml) – $14.95<\/p>\n

United States \u2013 California –\u00a0Cigarzin Zinfandel<\/strong> 2008 (Cosentino Winery) – $19.95<\/p>\n

Chile –\u00a0Tamari Ar Malbec<\/strong><\/a> 2007 – $21.95<\/p>\n

Australia –\u00a0Yalumba Viognier<\/strong><\/a> 2010 – $24.95<\/p>\n

New Zealand –\u00a0Millton Crazy By Nature Dry Flint Chenin Blanc<\/strong><\/a> 2011 – $18.95<\/p>\n

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By Gaby Israel<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Gaby has been providing wine tasting notes and buying recommendations for several years now.<\/p>\n

The name WineGPCi (pronounced Wine Gypsy) was given by his friends. GPCi stands for Gaby\u2019s Potential Cellaring Index. While searching for \u201ctreasures for the cellar\u201d without going to the bank, the GPCi was initially used to calculate the ratio between the price of the wine and the number of years it can potentially be cellared for; trying to find the wines that had the smallest index\/ratio possible.<\/p>\n

Any good wine that had a GPCi of 3.5 and under, was worth buying (mainly if you were planning to develop a cellar). Many years and \u201c750 bottles in the cellar\u201d after, his knowledge, experience and passion continued to grow. He continues to focus on helping the consumer finding \u201clogical\u201d ways of buying wines and planning the budget for it.<\/p>\n

His great passion for wine revolves around old-world wines such as Spain, France and Italy while experimenting the new world exciting regions of Chile, Argentina, Australia, Canada, the US and others.<\/p>\n

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\u00a0Posted with permission of the LCBO.<\/span><\/p>\n

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