Canadian Sommelier, On-Air (TV, radio) Wine & Spirits Somm, Valpolicella Wine Specialist
Autumn 2016 In this article wine writer Matt Steeves discusses wine-related considerations for the changing of the seasons, from summer to autumn. Matt showcases some wines that are absolute dynamite in the autumn as they complement the hearty dishes we enjoy as the weather gets cooler and cooler. With the changing of the seasons from the... Continue Reading →
Quercus Vino Ottawa - August 2016. Recently on a beautiful Ottawa summer day I had the pleasure of spending a few hours at one of my favourite restaurants, The Shore Club, with representatives of Glenmorangie and Ardbeg, two of Scotland's prized Whisky distilleries each having a rich heritage and loyal worldwide following. Hamish Torrie is... Continue Reading →
Sommelier Matt Steeves showcased some delicious award winning Canadian wines that would be great for your Canada Day celebrations.
Gorgeous artwork by the talented Andy Potts - check out his site: andy-potts.com CTV Ottawa Morning Live May 16th, 2016. 8:20AM Theme: Matt’s Long Weekend Wine Picks & Pro Tips Today on CTV Morning Live, Sommelier Matt Steeves and the talented Lianne Laing showcased some terrific BBQ friendly wines to enjoy this long weekend, and throughout... Continue Reading →
Matt Steeves discusses gifting fine wines for holiday gifts. Fine wines, when gifted to those that appreciate them, do more than simply provide that person with a great tasting wine, they come with the potential to create an everlasting memory.
By Matt Steeves I recently enjoyed a structured tasting of Ruffino wines led by the knowledgable and charismatic Beppe d'Andrea, Ruffino's Global Brand Ambassador, at the ever impressive Social Restaurant in the Byward Market in Ottawa, Ontario. Beppe d'Andrea, a certified AIS Professional Sommelier, and experienced winemaker, cellar master, viticulturist, and chef, has led a... Continue Reading →
October 2015, by Matt Steeves. On October 19th, a group of Ottawa-based wine writers and sommeliers, including award winning wine writer, Natalie MacLean ( http://www.nataliemaclean.com ), gathered at Sidedoor Kitchen ( http://www.sidedoorrestaurant.com ) in the Byward Market (in Ottawa, Ontario) to enjoy a structured tasting of traditional method (metodo classico) sparkling wines from Italy's famous... Continue Reading →
Today on CTV Morning Live, CTV host Lianne Laing and CTV Guest Sommelier Matt Steeves discussed different sparkling wine options to enjoy during your election party celebrations. We also had a special guest help us out with some sabering, the talented Melissa Lamb gave her best and successfully sabered (on her first try, talk about... Continue Reading →
October 7, 2015. 7:45AM Theme: Thanksgiving Dinner Wine Picks Guest: Matt Steeves – Sommelier, Wine Writer, & Director with the National Capital Sommelier Guild - follow Matt on Twitter @Quercusvino or http://www.quercusvino.ca Overview: Today on CTV Morning Live, CTV Host Lianne Laing and Guest Somm Matt Steeves showcased some great wines to enjoy with your... Continue Reading →
September 11, 2015. 8:40AM Theme: Back to School Wines Guest: Matt Steeves – Sommelier, Wine Writer, & Director with the National Capital Sommelier Guild - follow Matt on Twitter @Quercusvino or http://www.quercusvino.ca Today on CTV Morning Live, CTV Guest Sommelier Matt Steeves and CTV Host Lianne Laing showcased some great wines to enjoy this Back... Continue Reading →
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