Canadian Sommelier, On-Air (TV, radio) Wine & Spirits Somm, Valpolicella Wine Specialist
CTV Ottawa Morning Live June 30, 2017 Theme: Sangria and Summer Cocktails for Canada Day Celebrations Today on CTV Morning Live, CTV's Lianne Laing and Sommelier Matt Steeves served up some easy to make and super refreshing ice cold sangria and summer cocktails that will be perfect for your Canada Day parties and summer entertaining.... Continue Reading →
Ottawa, ON May 2017 Matt's review: Kannuk Vodka comes in an exceptionally modern, substantial and well designed bottle which will stand out on any top shelf but for me it's what inside this work of art that commands some attention. Brilliant clear color with fresh aromas of almond croissant, white cake, delicate spice, and... Continue Reading →
CTV Ottawa Morning Live May 19th, 2017 Theme: Matt’s May 2-4 Long Weekend Wine Picks Today on CTV Morning Live, CTV's Lianne Laing and Sommelier Matt Steeves showcased some terrific BBQ friendly wines to enjoy this long weekend, and throughout the summer. Check out the CTV Video link here. May 2-4 long weekend is a great... Continue Reading →
Ottawa, ON March 2017 Matt's review: Gin was invented in Italy during the 11th century by brilliant monks whom we should all be thankful to! Since their invention way back when, Italy has been producing wonderful gin for which Malfy is a terrific example. Malfy Italian gin uses coastal grown lemons from Amalfi and Sicily, along... Continue Reading →
January 2017 Ottawa, ON Celebrate the 258th anniversary of Scottish poet and lyricist, Robert Burns, on January 25, 2017, with a glass of Arran's Robert Burns Single Malt Scotch. At $49.95 this is one of the lower cost single malt Scotch options available making it a must try and ideal to enjoy in a creamy... Continue Reading →
December 14, 2016 – Ottawa, ON Today on CTV Morning Live, CTV’s Melissa Lamb and Sommelier Matt Steeves discussed top wine picks for entertaining and gifting this holiday season. Check out the CTV video here Gifting a special bottle of wine to someone that appreciates it makes for a great gift this time of year.... Continue Reading →
More and more celebrities are getting into the wine and spirits business for a variety of reasons, including their passion for wine & spirits, and the fact that they can afford it! Celebrities like Drake, Dave Matthews, the Tragically Hip, and Dan Aykroyd are all doing really impressive things in the industry, and today we’re going to taste some of their latest ‘hits’. Sommelier Matt Steeves has prepared a nice line-up of Celebrity wines and spirits for us today.
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