Canadian Sommelier, On-Air (TV, radio) Wine & Spirits Somm, Valpolicella Wine Specialist
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 →
Ottawa, ON March 2021 Matt's review: A fantastic 10 year aged Tawny Port! Full bodied, creamy smooth, with loads of dried fruits, Medjool dates, sweet spices, and all wonderfully balanced with a fresh and creamy finish that persists for minutes. Enjoy this impressive Port with charcuterie platters, and your dessert of choice, mine - Pistachio... Continue Reading →
Double Diamond 2017 now available at LCBO March 11, 2021
Ottawa, ON
October 2020
Matt’s reviews of Double Diamond 2017 and 2018.
Double Diamond Cabernet Sauvignon is crafted by the talented Napa winemaker, Thomas Rivers Brown, who’s renowned for his role producing numerous 100 point wines with iconic Napa producer, Schrader Cellars.
Double Diamond 2017: Thomas Rivers Brown sources the fruit for Double Diamond from the finest Oakville sites, including iconic To Kalon vineyards, where many of Napa’s finest wines are born. Double Diamond 2017 shows the best of Napa in a modestly priced offering, it’s simply outstanding! This Napa red shows sweet currant, baking spices, fragrant clove, tobacco, and herbs. The palate is rich with great freshness and a harmonious texture, hallmarks of fine To Kalon fruit and indicative of the decades of aging potential Double Diamond has, but why wait when it’s showing so perfect now! Enjoy over the next couple decades with braised dishes. Tasted October 2020…
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Ottawa, ON March 2021 Matt's review: An impressive value-priced Sauvignon Blanc from Chile's Casablanca Valley. Expressive exotic and tropical fruits, lime zest, and lemongrass on the nose and palate. A wonderful wine for enjoying with creamy cheeses, tangy salads, fish tacos, or spicy fare. Tasted March 2021. 89 points. Matt Steeves - http://www.quercusvino.ca Available at... Continue Reading →
Ottawa, ON February 2021 Matt's review: Robert Mondavi's Napa Valley Cabernet is a great expression of premium Napa Cabernet with each and every vintage. The 2018 shows expressive dark fruits, black plum, vanilla, menthol, and scorched earth. The palate highlights the great balance found in Robert Mondavi's Napa reds, with fine integrated tannins, full body,... Continue Reading →
Ottawa, ON February 12, 2021 Today on CTV Morning Live, CTVs Annette Goerner and Sommelier Matt Steeves showcased their top wine picks for enjoying this weekend, whether you're hosting a virtual Palentine's or Galentine's celebration, or creating a romantic date-night in. Whatever your weekend looks like, these Sommelier-selected wines are great options for this weekend,... Continue Reading →
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