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Service & Wine Training
Practical, tailored training that gives service teams knowledge, confidence and consistency.
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Independent wine consultancy · France
Wine Expertise. Personal Service. Bespoke Sourcing.
From the vineyard to the glass, expertise at every step.
Spiritus Vitis offers bespoke wine sourcing and consultancy for private clients and hospitality professionals in France, Europe and beyond.
Spiritus Vitis
A considered approach to every bottle, list and service.
Spiritus Vitis is a France-based wine consultancy dedicated to hospitality professionals, private clients and wine lovers seeking expert, personalised support.
Our philosophy is simple: wine should be selected not only for its reputation, but for the people, occasion, cuisine and experience it is intended to accompany.
Core services
Expert support, shaped around the client.
From wine-list strategy and team training to discreet sourcing, each engagement begins with careful listening and a clear understanding of the desired experience.
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Wine List Creation & Management
Bespoke lists aligned with your identity, cuisine, budget, guests and service environment.
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Private Client Services
Discreet recommendations, cellar development and sourcing guided by individual taste and occasion.
Private Client InquiryTwo dedicated journeys
Professional rigour. Personal attention.
Hospitality professionals
Wine-list strategy, sourcing, service standards, training and logistics for restaurants, hotels, yachts, private aviation, villas and events.
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Private clients
Personal recommendations, cellar development and rare-wine sourcing for residences, dinners, holidays and special occasions.
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Restaurants & Hotels
Wine lists, team training and sourcing shaped around your cuisine and service.
Private Collectors
Personal recommendations, cellar development and searches for specific bottles.
Hospitality Groups
Wine-list strategy, service standards and coordination across your venues.
Wine Professionals
Practical wine knowledge, service training and support with sourcing.
International Clients
Personal advice, sourcing and logistics coordination in France and internationally.
Our approach
Independent. Personal. Evolving.
We believe wine service should combine knowledge with simplicity. Our role is not simply to sell wine. It is to understand our clients, discover the right bottles, train the people serving them and ensure that the entire experience — from sourcing to the glass — is handled professionally.
Consultant's journal
Practical insight for better wine experiences.
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Restaurant Wine Lists
Building a Better Restaurant Wine List
A considered framework for balancing identity, cuisine, value and guest expectations.
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Hospitality Wine Service
Why Wine Service Training Matters
How practical knowledge can support confidence, consistency and a more natural guest experience.
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Wine Cellar Organisation
How to Build a Private Wine Cellar
Starting with personal taste, drinking habits, occasions and a realistic plan for the years ahead.
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What services does SPIRITUS VITIS provide?
SPIRITUS VITIS is a France-based wine consultancy offering wine-list creation and management, wine-service training, bespoke sourcing, sourcing and logistics coordination, private-client support and hospitality consulting. The website does not sell wine online.
Who does SPIRITUS VITIS work with?
We work with restaurants and hotels, private collectors, hospitality groups, wine professionals and international clients. Advice is shaped around each client’s needs and setting.
Do you work with international clients?
Yes. Based in France, SPIRITUS VITIS supports clients in France and internationally. The scope of sourcing and logistics coordination is discussed according to the project and destination.
Can you help source specific or difficult-to-find wines?
Bespoke sourcing can focus on particular producers, vintages, appellations or difficult-to-find bottles. We begin with your preferences, budget and intended occasion; availability is assessed for each request.
Do you provide wine-service and staff training?
Yes. Training is tailored to the team’s experience, responsibilities and service setting. Topics can include wine-list knowledge, service temperatures, glassware, food pairing and guest communication.
How do I start a consultation?
Use the consultation inquiry form to tell us about your project and the service you need. SPIRITUS VITIS will review your request and respond. Submitting an inquiry does not make a booking or purchase.
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Tell us what you are planning.
- France-based wine expertise
- International support
- Bespoke wine sourcing
- Hospitality-focused consulting
- Personal service