Poplar Grove’s The Legacy is a highly esteemed red blend that showcases the greatness achievable in Canada’s Okanagan Valley.
wine review: Poplar Grove The Legacy 2018, Okanagan Valley, BC, Canada
wine review: Freemark Abbey Napa Valley Chardonnay 2019
Ottawa, ON September 2022 Matt's review: This premium Napa Chardonnay is sourced from the Ahmann and Huichica Vineyards in Carneros, the Keyes Vineyard in Howell Mountain, and the Rancho Sarco Vineyard on the north east edge of Napa. The nose shows tropical fruits, russet apple, caramel, delicate sweet spices and wet stone. Medium-full bodied with... Continue Reading →
Sommelier selected gifts for Father’s Day!
Sommelier selected wine and spirits for Father's Day!
wine review: Double Diamond Oakville Napa Valley now at LCBO
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... Continue Reading →
wine review: Robert Mondavi Reserve Chardonnay 2017 – available at LCBO
If you love Chardonnay, make sure you check out this premium offering from internationally acclaimed Robert Mondavi Winery in the heart of Napa Valley.
96 points wine review: Robert Mondavi Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve, To Kalon Vineyard
Robert Mondavi Reserve To Kalon Vineyard, Oakville, Napa Valley, California.
Sommelier recommended Father’s Day Gift Ideas, as ‘seen’ on CFRA News Talk Radio with Dahlia Kurtz
CFRA News Talk Radio June 15th, 2019 Theme: Sommelier recommended Father’s Day Gift Ideas Today on CFRA, CFRA's Dahlia Kurtz and Sommelier Matt Steeves showcased fantastic (Sommelier recommended) gift ideas for Father’s Day. With Father’s Day literally hours away, if you haven't done so already, now’s the time to get Dad a gift, and ideally... Continue Reading →
#wine review: 2017 Franciscan Sauvignon Blanc from Monterey County and Napa Valley
Ottawa, ON May 2019 Matt's review: This impressive Sauvignon is sourced from two storied California wine regions with 58% coming from Monterey County and 42% from Napa Valley (Oakville and Stags Leap District AVAs...two of my favourites!). The Sauvignon Blanc (89% of the final blend) is supported with 9% Malvasia Bianca, 1% Chardonnay, and 1%... Continue Reading →
wine review: Tom Gore Field Blend- Sonoma County, California – $29.95 at LCBO
Ottawa, ON February 2019 Matt's review: Attention Petit Verdot lovers...here's one you don't want to miss! Rich and succulent, this Sonoma County blend of 52% Petit Verdot, 28% Malbec, 14% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Tempranillo, and 3% Carignane, is bursting with brambleberry, cherry pie, clove, sweet tobacco, and graphite. Fresh and lively, it's elegant with a... Continue Reading →
Winter Wines as seen on CTV Morning Live
Ottawa, ON November 2018 Today on CTV Morning Live, we're talking winter wines, otherwise stated, wines that complement the season...wines that are suited for entertaining, enjoying with comfort food, and enjoying this holiday season and throughout the winter. Check out the video link here! With the holiday season quickly approaching, and lots of fresh snow... Continue Reading →
Quercus Vino 