The Sommelier’s Guide — Spring 2026
Spring doesn’t only change the light.
It also transforms the way we eat… and drink.
Dishes become fresher, more plant-driven, more spontaneous.
Our preferences evolve: less power, more precision. Less structure, more movement.
It is a season of transition — where we seek lightness, without giving up on pleasure.
A Season of Balance
In spring, pairings are built around one essential idea:
bringing back freshness, without losing texture.
We naturally lean towards:
- wines that are more vibrant, yet never aggressive
- lighter textures, while still present
- pairings that support without weighing down
It is a season where balance becomes almost instinctive.
My Perspective as a Sommelier
Spring is a subtle season.
It isn’t summer yet, but it’s no longer winter.
It’s a time when we rediscover wine in a different light: more free, more instinctive, more vibrant.
It’s also the ideal season to break out of our routines, explore new styles, and leave room for surprises.
My Recommendations — Key Guidelines
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WINE TYPE
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MOMENT
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IDEAL PAIRING
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TEMPERATURE
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DESIRED EFFECT
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Aperitif, seafood |
Oysters, ceviche, fresh vegetables |
8 – 10°C |
Freshness, tension |
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Meal, sauced dishes |
Fish with beurre blanc, poultry |
10 – 12°C |
Harmony |
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Rosé |
Lunch, outdoor |
Salads, light grilled dishes |
8 – 10°C |
Immediate pleasure |
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Light meal |
Poultry, spring cuisine |
12 – 14°C |
Finesse, suppleness |
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Dinner |
Red meat, slow-cooked dishes |
16 – 18°C |
Power, depth |
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World cuisine |
Spicy, Asian, sweet & savory |
10 – 12°C |
Balance, contrast |
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Aperitif / festive |
Appetizers, canapés |
6 – 8°C |
Lightness, freshness |
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Sweet wine |
End of meal |
Dessert, foie gras |
8 – 10°C |
Guilty pleasure |
Spring Pairings
🥬 Green vegetables & plant-based dishes
Asparagus, peas, fresh herbs, composed salads
→ opt for vibrant, aromatic wines with a lively tension
✨ Sensation: freshness, precision, brightness
🐟 Fish & light cuisine
Grilled fish, ceviche, carpaccio
→ clean, mineral whites, sometimes with a subtle saline touch
✨ Sensation: purity, verticality
🍗 Poultry & delicate dishes
Roasted chicken, citrus-based cuisine, herb-driven recipes
→ structured whites or very light reds
✨ Sensation: finesse, balance
🌸 First outdoor meals
Aperitifs, sunny lunches, shared moments
→ accessible, expressive wines that are easy to pair
✨ Sensation: immediate pleasure, conviviality
An Invitation to Explore
Spring pairings are not meant to impress.
They are meant to accompany, reveal, and bring balance.
Discover the wine selection curated for the season
and let yourself be guided by your desires of the moment.
And if you fancy having a bit of fun in the kitchen, here’s our seasonal recipe: Prawns in coconut sauce.
