Canadian Sommelier, On-Air (TV, radio) Wine & Spirits Somm, Valpolicella Wine Specialist
Ottawa, ON November 2021 Matt's review; Fresh and fragrant, this Okanagan Sauvignon Blanc shows crisp citrus, freshly squeezed lime, sweet lemon grass, and great minerality. A beautiful expression of fine Okanagan Sauvignon Blanc. Enjoy with aged cheddar, creamy herb chicken, and spicy Asian cuisine. Tasted November 2020. 90 points. Matt Steeves - http://www.quercusvino.ca Available winery... Continue Reading →
Ottawa, ON November 2021 Matt's review: Using 100% estate fruit from their Southern Okanagan vineyards, CedarCreek's Cabernet Franc showcases the purity and complexity of the fruit grown in Canada's pocket desert. A blend of 90% Cabernet Franc and 10% Merlot, all estate grown, harvested mid-October, fermented in stainless steel then aged in French oak for... Continue Reading →
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Ottawa, ON October 2021 Matt's review: Baron Philippe de Rothschild's Escudo Rojo Reserva is an impressive value-priced Cabernet Sauvignon from this storied Chilean winery. Dark plum, blackberry, brandied cherries, baking spices, pepper, and menthol on the hose and palate. Medium-full bodied, it's dry with dark fruits and savoury flavours persisting on the refreshing finish. Enjoy... Continue Reading →
Ottawa, ON October 2021 Matt's review: Santa Margherita's Chianti Classico offers a delicious, consistent benchmark Chianti experience with each vintage, showing the great style of wine they produce in the heart of Italy's Tuscany region. Dark cherry, plum, sweet spices, dried flowers, and leather on the nose and palate. Dry with fine integrated tannins, enjoy... Continue Reading →
Ottawa, ON October 2021 Matt's review: This value-priced Chardonnay from storied Chilean winey, Santa Carolina, shows delicious ripe yellow apple, pineapple, vanilla scones, creamed corn, and a hint of hay, all in a refreshing and creamy style that's sure to be a hit with autumn dishes, creamy soups, fish tacos, and summer BBQ. Tasted October... Continue Reading →
An impressive Cabernet Sauvignon from the Colchagua Valley in Chile. At $13.95 it's tough to beat!
Ottawa, ON October 2021 Matt's review: Jackson -Triggs' 2020 Grand Reserve White Meritage is a blend of 80% Sauvignon Blanc and 20% Semillon, producing an outstanding wine with great flavour, texture, and harmony. The nose showcases sweet Sauvignon Blanc characteristics with lemon grass, ripe tropical and stone fruit, floral blossom and flinty minerality, while the... Continue Reading →
Ottawa, ON October 2021 Matt's review: Stratus is renowned for producing some of the finest wines available in Canada, and their 2017 Cabernet Franc is one of those fantastic expressions. The grapes were picked in early November, following the warmest October in a decade, thereby fully ripening the grapes whilst retaining the refreshing varietal characteristics.... Continue Reading →
Ottawa, ON September 2021 Matt's review: This value-priced local (Ontario) red blend is sure to resonate with your guests, whether it be a Tuesday night backyard gathering or a more formal meal. The nose and palate show raspberry, plum, cherry, herbs, with sweet clove and vanilla notes. Medium bodied, smooth, with refreshing acidity giving it... Continue Reading →
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