Tag: Featherstone

Featherstone Blanc de Noirs 2023, VQA Twenty Mile Bench, Ontario

Matt's review: An impressive and beautifully elegant Blanc de Noirs, sourced from the Twenty Mile Bench, where some of Niagara's finest Pinot Noir is grown. Showing a delicate, faint pink hue, the nose is wonderfully fresh and refined, with tart strawberry, peach and orchard fruit, accented by a subtle floral lift. The palate is vibrant and precise, revealing tart cherry and strawberry alongside distinctive wet-stone minerality, with 24 months on lees contributing a refined texture and fine, persistent mousse. Bright acidity keeps everything wonderfully refreshing, while a subtle tannic grip lends structure and carries the wine through a long, crisp, mineral-driven finish. Elegant, energetic and distinctly Niagara, this represents excellent value at $34.95. Tasted August 2026. 93 points - Matt Steeves - http://www.quercusvino.ca

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Featherstone Stone & Vine 2023, VQA Ontario

Matt's review: A beautifully composed and wonderfully fresh Bordeaux-inspired blend (33% Merlot | 33% Cabernet Franc | 33% Cabernet Sauvignon), the 2023 Stone & Vine opens with enticing aromas of ripe black cherry, plum and dark berries, layered with deliciously fragrant spice, savoury herbs and graphite. Peppery Cabernet Franc nuances mingle with subtle oak spice, adding complexity without overwhelming the fruit. The palate is vibrant and poised, showing excellent freshness and energy alongside fine-grained tannins and a supple, polished texture. Savoury herbal and graphite notes carry through the persistent finish, giving this equal-parts blend impressive definition and character. Enjoy over the next 5+ years. Tasted August 2026. 93 points - Matt Steeves - http://www.quercusvino.ca

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Wine review: Featherstone Rosé 2023 available at LCBO Sept 21

Featherstone Rosé 2023 from Niagara, Ontario, continues to impress as a fan favorite, offering exceptional value at $16.95. This vintage expertly blends 41% Cabernet Franc, 31% Merlot, and 28% Gewurztraminer, showcasing the diverse bounty of Niagara’s vineyards. The nose is a fragrant bouquet of cherry, herbs, red apple, and strawberry-rhubarb pie, complemented by floral blossoms and juicy Jolly Rancher bonbons. On the palate, it’s beautifully balanced with a hint of sweetness, delivering layers of ripe cherry and fresh strawberries, while strawberry preserve lingers on a long, creamy finish. This rosé is perfect for pairing with Thanksgiving meals or your favorite spicy dishes, and should be served chilled. Tasted September 2024. 90 points - Matt Steeves - http://www.quercusvino.ca Available at LCBO - $16.95 September 21, 2024

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World-Class Canadian Wines to Celebrate Canada Day

CTV Ottawa Morning Live June 29th, 2023 Theme:  World-Class Canadian Wines to Celebrate Canada Day Overview: Today on CTV Morning Live, Sommelier Matt Steeves is showing a line-up of his top rated wines from across Canada. The selection of high-quality Canadian wines represents the pinnacle of premium wine production in Canada and exemplifies the remarkable... Continue Reading →

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wine review: Featherstone Red Tail Merlot 2020

Featherstone's Red Tail Merlot pays homage to the winery's use of eco-friendly falconry to protect their (sweet and delicious) crop from swarms of vineyard devouring birds. As a key feature of their sustainable practices, Featherstone Estate Winery happens to be the only Ontario winery to embrace this natural crop management technique as part of their overall vineyard management.

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wine review: Featherstone 2019 Rosé – $15.95

Ottawa, ON June 2020 Matt's review: Featherstone's Rosé is loved by many each year given its expressive and refreshing style at a terrific price. The 2019 vintage blends Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Gamay Noir, and Merlot, sourced from Niagara Peninsula, highlighting the fragrant sweet and refreshing berry fruit that makes this such a quenchable wine... Continue Reading →

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