New culinary resources introduce advanced wine pairing methods

New resources are emerging to assist consumers in pairing wine with food, ranging from traditional literature to digital AI solutions.

Bettina Matthaei and Dagmar Ehrlich have released a book titled ‘Zu jedem Wein die passende Leckerei’ (To Every Wine the Perfect Treat). The work focuses on using specific ingredients and spices to enhance the aromas of various grape varieties, offering recipes designed to increase the enjoyment of wine through complementary snacks.

In the digital space, a tool named Henri has been introduced as a digital sommelier. The service allows users to input or photograph a dish to receive immediate wine recommendations accompanied by explanations of why the pairing works. Henri is designed to function as a web and mobile app, offering features such as a digital wine cellar with maturity alerts and a restaurant integration mode that allows guests to scan a venue's specific wine list via QR code.