The Ultimate Easter Food and Wine Matchmaker

Easter is one of those rare moments in the year where time slows down — at least a little. It’s a chance to gather with the people you love, enjoy a few long meals, and (let’s be honest) indulge in all kinds of treats you might not normally go for. Whether you’re hosting or bringing a bottle to share, it’s always nice to have a wine that actually works with what’s on the table.

But with so many different dishes across the Easter weekend — Good Friday seafood, Sunday roasts, hot cross buns, and all the chocolate eggs — it can be tricky knowing what to choose.

So we’ve put together this guide to help you pair wines with your Easter menu, whatever’s on it.

Let’s get into it.

🐟 Good Friday Seafood & What to Pour

Seafood is a classic for Good Friday, and there are loads of great options depending on what you're cooking. The key thing to keep in mind is how the fish is prepared.

If you're grilling or baking fish with lemon, herbs, or olive oil, go for a lean, unoaked Chardonnay or a dry Riesling. They’ll match the freshness without overpowering the dish.
Fried or more richly flavoured seafood? A lightly oaked Chardonnay or even a textural Pinot Gris can handle the extra weight.
And if you’re doing a seafood spread — prawns, oysters, smoked fish — you really can’t go wrong with Prosecco or a good Pét-Nat.

🍞 Hot Cross Buns & Sparkling Mornings

Hot cross buns are a very welcome Easter tradition (and, let’s be honest, they start showing up weeks before Easter actually arrives).

Pairing wine with them might not be the first thing you think of — but it should be.

Try a dry Australian sparkling wine with your morning bun on Easter Sunday. It’s celebratory, it’s zippy, and it cuts beautifully through the spice and fruit.
Want something a little more old-school? A glass of dry sherry (like an Amontillado) brings out the cinnamon and raisin notes and works especially well if you're sneaking one as a late-night snack on the couch.

🍖 The Easter Sunday Roast Line-Up

For many, Easter Sunday is all about the roast. Roast lamb tends to be the hero, but beef or even a rich mushroom dish might be on the table too. These dishes call for wines with a bit of structure — something that can stand up to all that richness without stealing the show.

Cabernet Sauvignon is a go-to for lamb, especially with its natural herbal/minty edge. It’s kind of like mint jelly, but way more elegant.
You could also reach for a Tempranillo (great with savoury sides), a cool-climate Shiraz, or a Nebbiolo if you want something a bit more lifted and aromatic.
Feeling festive? A vintage sparkling rosé is a bit unexpected, but it works beautifully — especially if you’re keeping things lighter or serving lunch outdoors.

🥕 Sides, Sides, Sides

The thing with Easter is, the sides are often just as exciting as the main dish. Cheesy gratins, roasted pumpkin, fresh salads, honey-glazed carrots — the works.

For a spread like this, you want something versatile. Prosecco or a Crémant (like our Saumur Brut Cuvée de la Chevalerie) is a great palate refresher.
For veggie-heavy plates, go for Sauvignon Blanc or Riesling — both have the acidity to cut through sweeter or greener flavours like asparagus or carrot.
If you’re not sure what’s being served (or you're bringing a bottle to a friend's), choose a flexible all-rounder: Grenache, off-dry Riesling, Pinot Gris, or a dry Rosé all do the trick without clashing with the food.

🍫 Chocolate & Wine (A Love Story)

It wouldn’t be Easter without a bit (or a lot) of chocolate — and the right wine can make it even better.

Two bottles we love for pairing:

Il Viziato is a soft, fruit-forward blend of Sangiovese and Nero d’Avola that works beautifully with milk chocolate. The red fruit and spice balance the sweetness and bring a little elegance to your Easter eggs.
Villa Mangiacane Chianti Classico 2021 is our go-to for dark chocolate. It’s rich, structured, and savoury — perfect with high-cocoa treats that need something bold alongside them.

Who says Easter eggs are just for kids?

Wrapping It Up

Whether you’re hosting the whole weekend or just bringing a bottle to share, Easter is a great excuse to explore new pairings and make the most of a few relaxed meals.

If you're not sure where to start, we're always happy to help you pick out something special — or something that works with a little bit of everything.

Wishing you a warm, delicious, wine-filled Easter from all of us at WMWM.