Matt Hodgson

Store Operations Manager

Matt is a Red Seal Chef, Certified Beer Server – First Level Cicerone, and was awarded the Edinburgh Whisky Academy – Certificate in Scotch Whisky, and Certificate in Gin. After many years working in kitchens throughout the Atlantic provinces, Matt joined Bishop’s Cellar in 2020. An avid beer drinker, Matt has recently grown an interest in all things Scotch whisky.

Favourite grape or wine region?

Cabernet Franc (Belgian beers and IPAs).

What song would you pick for karaoke?

Kiss from a Rose by Seal.

Are you a dog or cat person? Or maybe neither. Maybe you have birds or turtles or an ant farm?

Dog person who has owned a turtle.

Matt Hodgson's Picks

🇫🇷 🥐 French Favourites

When I think of Rhône Valley, my mind goes straight to Syrah. Saint Cosme Côtes du Rhône has long been a staple on our shelves—and a personal favourite for good reason.

May weather can be unpredictable—still a little cool, but those bright, sunny days start calling for the BBQ. That mix of crisp evenings and smoky grills is exactly where this wine shines.

With its deep dark fruit and signature peppery spice, it’s built for everything coming off the grill—burgers, ribs, even a perfectly cooked filet mignon. This is Rhône Syrah doing what it does best: simple, versatile, and incredibly satisfying.

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