Canadian Sommelier, On-Air (TV, radio) Wine & Spirits Somm, Valpolicella Wine Specialist
Ottawa, ON May 2021 Matt's review: A very well balanced Riesling that showcases the food friendly pairing characteristics of this noble varietal that make it a Sommelier's best friend! Orchard fruit, fresh lemon and lime peel with hints of wildflower honey and minerality on the nose and palate. Racy acidity balances the sweet orchard fruit... Continue Reading →
Ottawa, ON May 2021 Matt's review: A wonderful extra dry Rosé from the Cotes-du-Rhone, France. Crisp and textured, this wine is ideally suited to enjoy all year round with small plates, charcuterie, salads with goat cheese and tangy vinaigrette, and is outstanding when enjoyed with those dishes in the summer sun. Serve chilled and enjoy... Continue Reading →
Ottawa, ON May 2021 Matt's review: Prisoner Wine Co makes some seriously bold and delicious wines, and Unshackled Cabernet Sauvignon is guilty of exactly that! A blend of 80% Cab, 10% Petite Sirah, 5% Syrah, and 5% Merlot, sourced from several regions in California's Central and North Coasts, including Monterey, Lodi, Paso, Sonoma, and Mendocino... Continue Reading →
Ottawa, ON May 2021 Matt's review: Escudo Rojo (Spanish for Rothschild) Origine Cabernet Sauvignon is an outstanding expression of premium Maipo Valley Cabernet, and at a bargain of a price! Ripe and robust, its chalked full of fresh dark berries, black currant, black cherry, and impressive graphite minerality. Fresh, smooth, elegant and exceptional well balanced,... Continue Reading →
Ottawa, ON May 2021 Matt's review: This limited production (169 cases) Gewurztraminer from the Glen Elgin Vineyard (Niagara Peninsula VQA), shows fragrant spring blossoms, ripe stone fruit, and sweet lychee notes on the nose. Luscious and refreshing, its creamy texture and subtle spicy and fruity finish makes it a wonderful pairing with spicy Asian cuisine,... Continue Reading →
Ottawa, ON May 2021 Matt's review: Vale D. Maria Rufo 2018 is great value-priced red from one of the Douro's premier producers. A blend of Touriga Franca and Touriga Nacional, it shows rich and savoury dark fruits and earthy graphite minerality. Full bodied, super smooth with a fine tannin and mineral finish. Enjoy 2021-2026 with... Continue Reading →
Ottawa, ON May 2021 Matt's review: Quinta Vale D. Maria 2017 is a wonderful expression of premium Douro wine that showcases the greatness achievable from their unique single vineyard field blend of 41 (mainly indigenous) varietals. That's right, a blend of 41 varietals, including Tinta Amarela, Rufete, Tinta Roriz, Tinta Francisca, Touriga Franca, Touriga Nacional,... Continue Reading →
Ottawa, ON May 2021 Matt's review: Burrowing Owl's 2018 Syrah was sourced from their estate Black Sage Bench estate vineyard in Oliver, and their Eva vineyard in Osoyoos. A blend of 97% Syrah and 3% Viognier, the grapes were hand picked and sorted, vinified then barrel aged for 15 months in a blend of 54%... Continue Reading →
Today on CTV Morning Live, CTVs Annette Goerner and Sommelier Matt Steeves showcased their top local wine picks for enjoying this Spring. Wines that pair perfectly with BBQ and patio season! Red, White, and Rosé! These Sommelier selected wines represent some of the best styles of wines for enjoying this Spring. From patio favourite Rosé,... Continue Reading →
Ottawa, ON March 2021 Matt's review: Burrowing Owl's 2019 Sauvignon Blanc is sourced from their Keremeos vineyard in the Similkameen Valley. A blend of 91% Sauvignon Blanc and 9% Semillon, where a third was barrel fermented to provide additional weight and textural complexity. The nose shows sweet passionfruit, gooseberry, lemongrass, lime zest, and flinty minerality.... Continue Reading →
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