Merivale: The rise of the digital sommelier

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Experts have launched an online service to answer any questions about wine
They are helping Australians find perfect wine via Merivale's e-Sommelier line
Sommelier will answer wine or beverage-related questions sent via the website

Published: 21:56 EDT, 15 April 2020 | Updated: 02:24 EDT, 16 April 2020

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A new service has launched across the country to help Australians enjoy the perfect bottle of wine with their meal.

Experts at Merivale have launched the e-Sommelier hotline - an online service where you can send through any questions you have about wine and a barman will respond to you as soon as possible.

A sommelier will answer wine or beverage-related questions about Merivale's online wine list or a bottle you have at home.

Experts at Merivale have launched an online service where you can send questions you have about wine and they will respond to you as soon as possible (stock image)

Merivale's at Home bottle shop sells the wines available at its restaurants online, and experts can also recommended the perfect beverage for a birthday or anniversary.

The hospitality group have also launched a service for Sydneysiders to enjoy menus from its popular restaurants including Mr. Wong, Totti’s, Bert’s Bar & Brasserie, Fred’s and Vinnie’s Pizza, in the comfort of their own homes.

The meals are delivered almost ready to eat, with just a few simple finishing touches needed to be done before the meal can be enjoyed.

What are some of the best pairings for takeaway dishes?

* Drink rosé with Thai

* Enjoy Pinot with Mexican

* Dine on dumplings and Riesling

* Sip on Pinot Grigio with sushi

* Kick back with Vietnamese and Sangiovese

* Feast on fish and chips with Chardonnay

* Enjoy dark chocolate mousse with Cabernet Sauvignon

* Enjoy burgers with Shiraz

* Pick pizza and Nero d'Avola

Merivale's at Home bottle shop sells the wines available at its restaurants online, and experts can also recommended the perfect beverage for a birthday or anniversary

Merivale at Home offers five menus to choose from, each changing regularly and ranging from $70 to $95 for two people.

Food is only delivered on Thursday and orders must be placed by Monday in order to receive it that week.

CEO of Merivale, Justin Hemmes, said: 'Merivale At Home has been in the works for a while now, but we haven’t had the time to bring it to life.'

'Now, with our regular operations on hold due to government restrictions, and our chefs and sommeliers craving new creative outlets, we have been able to fast-track the launch and deliver it at a time when our guests need it most.'