Did you know we have four Masters of Wine at Waitrose? That’s more than any other supermarket, so who better to advise on your Easter tipples than our experts? Whether you’re looking for a wine to pair with Easter lunch, a spirit to enjoy with your sweet treats or an alcohol-free apéritif, they have all the top tips.
Partner & Champagne and Sparkling Buyer
“We’ve been working with our South African winemaking partner Graham Beck since 2008. Pink sparkling Graham Beck Rosé is fresh and vibrant with crunchy raspberry fruit and a creamy finish, and would be a delicious way to start your Easter celebrations (or toast your Valentine).”
Partner & Head of Beers, Wines and Spirits
“When it comes to pairing chocolate with drinks, it can be hard to find a good match, but fruity, sweet Discarded Banana Peel Rum is an ideal partner for Easter chocolate treats. It’s blended with an extract made from banana peels that would otherwise have been thrown away. Serve neat over ice or shaken in a daiquiri to bring out the rich toffee and chocolate notes.”
Partner & Austrian Wine Buyer
“By the time spring rolls around I find myself searching for delicious, refreshing whites to kick off the season. There are some excellent value wines to be had from Austria, none more so than zippy Waitrose Grüner Veltliner. Packed with white peach flavours and a hint of spice, this will work brilliantly with a classic fish dish on Good Friday.”
Partner & Fortified Wine Buyer
“Sherry is such a versatile drink – there’s one for every occasion – and Pedro’s Almacenista Amontillado Medium Dry Sherry is a good introduction if fortified wines are new to you. This off-dry version has honey and toasted almond aromas, nutty flavours and a fresh finish. It’s great slightly chilled as an apéritif and also makes a winning combo with a hot cross bun.”
Partner & Chilean Wine Buyer
“Lamb is always my top pick for our Easter Sunday roast and I find it needs a big wine to match the rich flavours. Enter De Martino Organic Cabernet Sauvignon, a lovely, rich Chilean red sourced from organic vineyards from the prestigious De Martino estate. Packed with big, juicy spiced black fruit, it’s an excellent pairing.”
Partner & No and Low Buyer
“The alcohol-free market is really booming, so for those taking a damper approach to their Easter celebrations, gorgeous Pentire Coastal Spritz is the perfect choice. It’s blended with blood orange, sea rosemary and oakwood – just add tonic and a lemon garnish for a refreshing alcohol-free drink. A cracking choice for every season.”