Alcohol Quote by Jean Anthelme Brillat-Savarin
“A meal without wine is like a day without sun”
About This Quote
Source Book: Physiologie du Goût (1840)
The quote likens a meal without wine to a day lacking sunlight, emphasizing wine’s essential role in dining pleasure.
In simple terms: Wine makes meals brighter, like sun for a day.
Pair wine to enhance meals.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- dinner party
- wine tasting
- restaurant menu
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Would a meal be enjoyable without wine?
- What other elements brighten a dish?
Not everyone enjoys wine; alternatives exist.