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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Best Sparkling Wine for Beginners: 7 Picks Under $25
Not sure where to start with bubbles? These 7 sparkling wines are all under $25, covering dry, off-dry and …
Best White Wine for Beginners: 7 Picks Under $25
These 7 white wines are perfect first bottles, all under $25, no guesswork. Find your style and start drinking …
Rosé Wine Guide: Beyond Summer Sipping
Rosé is one of the most versatile and underappreciated wine styles. Here's why it deserves a year-round spot …
Natural Wine Guide
What natural wine actually is, how it differs from conventional wine, what to expect when you open a bottle, …
WSET Level 2 Study Plan: 4-Week Exam Preparation Schedule
A structured 4-week WSET Level 2 study plan with daily tasks, weekly goals, and free practice tools. Pass your …
WSET Level 3 Study Plan: Free Week-by-Week Schedule to Pass First Time
A free, week-by-week WSET Level 3 study plan built around WSET's 84-hour guideline. Includes free cheat …
White Wine Guide for Beginners
White wine is more than 'the other option.' From Sauvignon Blanc to buttery Chardonnay, here's everything you …
8 Stunning Wine Regions in Europe That Won't Break the Bank
Discover 8 breathtaking European wine regions that rival Tuscany and Burgundy, but without the crowds or …
6 Months of Wine Learning: What to Expect
What happens when you commit to learning wine for six months? Here's the realistic timeline of knowledge, …
