The Journal.
Practical wine guides, tasting tips, pairing advice, and WSET study resources. Learn everything from reading a wine label to building your palate.
Sommo 2.0: The Sommelier's Notebook
The biggest release in Sommo's history: a full redesign, a 3D cellar wall you can walk, one page that knows your palate, and the whole app now in the browser at web.sommo.app.
Cover · 2026/08Handpicked from the desk.
How to Recork a Wine Bottle: 5 Methods to Save the Rest of the Bottle
Stuck with half a bottle and a swollen cork? Here are 5 practical ways to recork wine bottles and keep what's left fresh for days, not …
19 May 2026Read →
ii FeaturedHow to Rate a Wine Tasting Flight in Minutes with AI
Sommo's Wine Tasting Mode scans a flight card, quick-rates every wine, captures notes, and delivers AI palate analysis before you leave the …
14 Apr 2026Read →
iii FeaturedHow to Pair Wine with Food: The Complete Beginner's Guide
Wine and food pairing doesn't have to be complicated. Learn the core principles that work every time, plus specific pairings for common …
12 Mar 2026Read →
iv FeaturedWSET Level 2 Study Guide: Scope, Exam and Revision
Understand the WSET Level 2 wine syllabus, exam format and revision priorities. Build a study plan around official materials and independent …
24 Feb 2026Read →
v FeaturedThe 5 S's of Wine Tasting: See, Swirl, Sniff, Sip, Savour
The 5 S's of wine tasting, See, Swirl, Sniff, Sip, Savour, is the exact method used by sommeliers and WSET students. Master all five steps …
22 Feb 2026Read →
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Champagne for Beginners: Everything You Need to Know
A beginner's guide to Champagne: NV vs vintage, Brut to Blanc de Blancs, grower Champagne, how to read a label …
Biodynamic Wine Guide: What It Really Means and Does It Taste Different?
Biodynamic wine explained: Steiner principles, the lunar calendar, Demeter certification, how it differs from …
Sherry Wine Guide: The World's Most Underrated Wine Explained
A complete guide to Sherry: Fino, Manzanilla, Amontillado, Oloroso and Pedro Ximénez explained, with food …
Best Wines for a Dinner Party: A Practical Guide to Crowd-Pleasing Picks
How to choose wine for a dinner party: aperitifs, whites, reds, quantities, serving temperatures and budget …
Best Wine Subscription Boxes 2026: Curated Bottles Delivered to Your Door
The best wine subscription boxes for 2026, reviewed and ranked. Whether you want to discover new regions, nail …
Carmenère Wine Guide: Chile's Lost Grape Rediscovered
The story of Carmenère: how Chile's signature red was mistaken for Merlot for over a century, its flavour …
Greek Wine Guide: Beyond Retsina and Into Something Extraordinary
A beginner's guide to Greek wine: Assyrtiko, Agiorgitiko, Xinomavro and Moschofilero. Discover why Greece is …
Vermentino Wine Guide: The Underrated White You Need to Try
Discover Vermentino: the zesty, saline Italian white that outshines Pinot Grigio and Sauvignon Blanc for …
Malbec Wine Guide: Argentina, Cahors, and Everything In Between
A complete guide to Malbec wine: Argentina vs French Cahors, flavour profile, food pairings, and tips for …
