3 apps that will make you a wine connoisseur
Whether you fancy yourself a little bit of a wine connoisseur, a novice who just enjoys a pinot with some cheese or a epicurean searching for the perfect wine to complement the menu for your dinner guests, there is a wine app for you.
1. Wine Events
Brushing up on your wine knowledge is one thing but going out to sample some wines is another thing completely. Luckily, this app has already done all the research and lists major events happening near you. So whether you are in the Napa Valley, Melbourne, Sydney or London, you will find a plethora of public tastings, open cellar doors and master classes right on your doorstep.
2. Selecting a Wine for Dummies
Based on a book from the eponymous series, this is the perfect app for those who don't know their chardonnay from their sauvignon blanc. With a glossary, suggested serving temps, pairing ideas and even an audio pronunciation helper, Selecting a Wine for Dummies is almost like having the book in a condensed app. From brushing up on your knowledge of the world's great wine regions to using the food and wine pairing tool to enhance your dining experience, our favourite tool is being able to create an ideal wine list by snapping photos of our favourite bottles.
3. Approach Guides Wine
Featuring many Australian wines, this app is sure to appeal to everyone from the novice through to the more discerning wine aficionado. With comprehensive notes on specific wine areas and a vintage guide, you can search for a wine by preferred style, grape variety or appellation. AG aims to offer you a wide selection of wines before suggesting food and wine matches. But as it says, in the end it is really up to you to choose what gets your taste buds singing.
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