Easter is a time to gather with loved ones and enjoy a meal that highlights the flavours of spring. Whether you’re preparing a traditional Easter roast, a vibrant brunch spread, or a fresh seafood dish, the right wine pairing can elevate every bite. From crisp whites to bold reds and celebratory bubbles, here’s how to pair each of these exceptional wines with your Easter menu. —Ashley Harris
Hampton Water Rosé
With its fresh berry notes and elegant minerality, this rosé is a natural match for Easter brunch. Serve it alongside smoked salmon and cream cheese bagels, a fluffy spring vegetable frittata, or a bright strawberry and goat cheese salad. Its crisp acidity balances rich textures and enhances fresh, vibrant flavours.
Ruffino Orvieto
This refreshing Italian white, with its citrus and floral notes, pairs beautifully with light starters. Enjoy it with a lemony asparagus risotto, creamy burrata with heirloom tomatoes, or a fresh seafood platter featuring oysters and prawns. Its delicate acidity makes it an ideal pairing for a variety of spring dishes.
Zuccardi Malbec
This full-bodied Malbec, rich with dark fruit and spice, is the perfect partner for a garlic and rosemary-crusted leg of lamb or a slow-braised lamb shank. The wine’s velvety tannins also complement a hearty mushroom and lentil shepherd’s pie for a vegetarian alternative.
Segura Viudas Cava
No Easter feast is complete without a sparkling toast. This crisp Spanish Cava, with its green apple and brioche notes, pairs effortlessly with devilled eggs, fried goat cheese croquettes, or a citrusy shrimp ceviche. It’s also a delightful pairing for classic Easter desserts like lemon tart or vanilla bean panna cotta.
Louis Latour Marsannay
With bright red berry flavours and earthy undertones, this Burgundian Pinot Noir is an excellent match for herb-roasted chicken. It also complements honey-glazed ham, mushroom risotto, or a wild mushroom and brie tart.
Blasted Church Viognier 2023
This aromatic Viognier, with its luscious stone fruit and floral notes, enhances the sweetness of a classic honey-glazed ham while providing a fresh counterbalance to its richness.
Blasted Church OG 2023
With its crisp bubbles and citrusy brightness, this sparkling wine is a perfect match for devilled eggs, cutting through the creamy texture with refreshing acidity.
Blasted Church Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
This structured Cabernet Sauvignon pairs beautifully with herb-crusted lamb, complementing the dish’s savoury depth and adding a layer of complexity to every bite.
Haywire Switchback Pinot Gris 2020
With its bright acidity and orchard fruit notes, this Pinot Gris pairs beautifully with roasted turkey and herb stuffing, enhancing the dish’s earthy and savoury elements.
Haywire Pink Bub 2018
This lively sparkling rosé, with hints of red berries and citrus, complements smoked salmon, a fluffy Easter brunch quiche, or a light spring salad with goat cheese and walnuts.
Singletree Siggy 2023
With its delicate floral aromatics and juicy orchard fruit notes, this wine is a perfect match for carrot cake, enhancing its spiced sweetness while providing a crisp contrast.
Singletree Rosé 2023
This fruit-forward rosé beautifully complements glazed ham or a fresh strawberry spinach salad, enhancing the dish’s balance of sweet and tangy flavours.
Coolshanagh Chardonnay 2019
This oak-aged Chardonnay is an excellent match for butter-poached seafood, creamy scalloped potatoes, or a decadent brie and leek tart, complementing their rich textures.
Coolshanagh Blanc de Blanc 2019
With its crisp acidity and elegant citrus notes, this sparkling Chardonnay pairs wonderfully with oysters, a delicate asparagus tart, or a light spring pea salad.
Adega on 45th Viognier
This floral, fruit-driven Viognier is an excellent match for roast chicken with lemon-herb seasoning, bringing out the dish’s fresh citrus and herbaceous notes.
Adega on 45th Manuel
This well-balanced red blend is a fantastic pairing for roast lamb or grilled vegetables, offering a smooth and structured complement to the meal.
Sandhill Rosé
Sandhill’s elegant rosé pairs beautifully with various Easter dishes, from herb-roasted chicken to fresh seafood and spring-inspired pastas.
Black Sage Merlot
Rich and full-bodied, this Merlot is a natural match for roast lamb, pork loin, or a firm cheese like aged cheddar. Its dark fruit notes and spice enhance the meal’s deep, savoury flavours.
See Ya Later Ranch Gewürztraminer
This aromatic, fruit-forward Gewürztraminer pairs wonderfully with honey-glazed ham, roast chicken with lemon and herbs, or a light vegetable quiche. It also shines alongside fruit-based desserts like poached pears or apple strudel.
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