Canadian Sommelier, On-Air (TV, radio) Wine & Spirits Somm, Valpolicella Wine Specialist
With Chinese New Year arriving I thought I'd showcase some wine and food pairings that would be terrific for your celebrations during this festive time. I came across several of these pairings from the acclaimed Canadian Icewine producer, Inniskillin. Inniskillin is world-renowned for their ultra premium (Canadian) Icewine; a style of wine that only a select few regions... Continue Reading →
December 9, 2015 – Ottawa, ON Today on CTV Morning Live, CTV’s host, Lianne Laing, and Sommelier Matt Steeves discussed top wine picks for entertaining this holiday season. Matt's Holiday Wine Picks and Tips for Entertaining as seen on CTV Morning Live People often ask me for suggestions on tasty ($10-$20) wines they could consider... Continue Reading →
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!
By Matt Steeves I recently enjoyed a structured tasting of Ruffino wines led by the knowledgable and charismatic Beppe d'Andrea, Ruffino's Global Brand Ambassador, at the ever impressive Social Restaurant in the Byward Market in Ottawa, Ontario. Beppe d'Andrea, a certified AIS Professional Sommelier, and experienced winemaker, cellar master, viticulturist, and chef, has led a... Continue Reading →
May 11th, 2015 - CTV Morning Live Today on CTV Morning Live, Host Lianne Laing and Matt showcased some terrific wines to enjoy this long weekend, and throughout the summer. Check out the video here: BBQ Wines for May 2-4 long weekend - As seen on CTV Morning Live May 11th May 2-4 weekend is... Continue Reading →
CTV Ottawa Morning Live April 24th, 2015. 8:45AM Theme: White Wines & Sunshine - A perfect pairing! By: Matt Steeves – Sommelier, Wine Writer, & Director with the National Capital Sommelier Guild Overview: Matt and CTV host, Sarah Freemark, tasted some terrific white wines to enjoy this spring and over the summer. http://youtu.be/5FqKYgwbAYY Check out... Continue Reading →
This morning Lois and I discussed Champagne Cocktails on our regular wine segment on CTV Morning Live. Watch the video here: Join us again on January 9th 2015 where I'll be presenting Budget Friendly Wines to get you through the Winter without breaking the bank. Saying goodbye to 2014 and hello to 2015 wouldn’t be complete without... Continue Reading →
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