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 Wine Apps in 2026: 5 Apps Compared by the Job
Compare five wine apps for ratings, buying, cellar, journal and community. Choose by your task, check …
AI Sommelier: What It Can (and Can't) Do Better Than a Human
AI can identify wines, learn your palate, and suggest pairings instantly. But it can't read the room. Here's …
Wine Storage Tips: Where to Keep Bottles at Home
Choose a cool, dark place for unopened wine, check conditions before buying storage, and keep bottle locations …
Wine and Cheese Pairing: Which Combinations Actually Work
Pairing wine and cheese sounds simple until you get it wrong. Here are the classic combinations that reliably …
How to Read a Wine Label (Without Feeling Lost)
Wine labels can look like a foreign language. Here's your friendly guide to decoding them and picking better …
Why Sommo Is an Investment in Yourself
Understanding the value behind Sommo's subscription model and why investing in wine education pays dividends …
A Beginner's Guide to Starting Your Wine Journey
Everything you need to know to start exploring the wonderful world of wine with confidence. No expertise …
