Ansari 2017 - it’s big and beautiful, with great complexity, texture, freshness, and overall balance.
wine review: Tedeschi Ansari Amarone della Valpolicella 2017
Guaranteed to impress the In-Laws this Holiday Season with these fantastic wines and spirits as seen on CHCH Hamilton
CHCHs Bob Cowan and Sommelier Matt Steeves showcased some great wines and spirits which are sure to impress the in-laws this holiday season. Wines that will impress every palate, including white, red, bubbly, and some spirits too.
Autumn Wines to Fall for as seen on CTV Morning Live
Today on CTV Morning Live, CTVs Jasmin Ibrahim and Sommelier Matt Steeves showcased the styles of wines they're falling for and recommending we check out this Autumn. Matt's got some unique wines that are perfectly suited for the season and the meals we’re serving this time of year!
Valentine’s Wines on CFRA News Talk Radio with Dahlia Kurtz, host of “The Goods with Dahlia Kurtz”
February, 2019 Ottawa, ON Today on CFRA News talk Radio, on The Goods with Dahlia Kurtz, Sommelier Matt Steeves showcased some sexy wine picks that are perfectly suited for a romantic Valentine’s date night. Listen to our segment here - The Goods with Dahlia Kurtz (talking wine for Valentine's Day with Sommelier Matt Steeves)... Check... Continue Reading →
Sexy Valentine’s Date Night Wines
February, 2018 Ottawa, ON Today on CTV Morning Live, CTV’s Henry Burris and Sommelier Matt Steeves showcased some sexy wine picks that are perfectly suited for a romantic Valentine’s date night. Check out the full CTV video here. When planning a special Valentine's date night, there are so many terrific wine styles from all over... Continue Reading →
#wine review: Cesari #Amarone – available @LCBO – $39.40
Ottawa, ON July 2017 Matt's review: This value priced Amarone is packed with sweet dried dark fruit, black cherry, smoky plum, and a distinct freshness on the nose. Smooth and very expressive, the delicate tannins are fine and well integrated making this food friendly wine ready for immediate enjoyment and with the ability to... Continue Reading →
93-95 pts Wine review: Corte Sant’Alda Valmezzane Amarone 2011 #Valpolicella
Ottawa, ON April 2017 Matt's review: Corte Sant'Alda's Valmezzane Amarone (2011) is an absolutely stunning wine from this proudly biodynamic winery located high in the hills east of Verona, Italy. At ~16% it's remarkably elegant and fresh, indicative of the delicate approach the winemaking team takes in every aspect of their operation. Superbly balanced with lifted... Continue Reading →
Must try wines for Thanksgiving – as seen on CTV Morning Live
October 6, 2016 Today on CTV Morning Live, CTV's Lianne Laing and Sommelier Matt Steeves showcased a portfolio of wines that would be great with your Thanksgiving meals. Here's the video: CTV Thanksgiving Wine Segment In the lead up to Thanksgiving I'm often asked what wine(s) I'd recommend pairing with traditional Thanksgiving meals. Now the concept... Continue Reading →
Matt’s Iconic Holiday Wine Picks from the Vintages November 28th Release
Here are some beautiful iconic wines mostly from the November 28th Vintages release which would be ideal wine gifts for any wine lover this holiday season. Matt's tasted these all recently and selected some of the finest for your consideration. These storied wines may not be 'value-priced' yet they're all delicious and known around the world for exactly that!
Quercus Vino 