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Beer is made by men, wine by God - Martin Luther, circa 1500s
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10 iPhone Apps for Wine Enthusiasts
You don’t have to be a wine aficionado and toss around words like “bouquet,” “tannin” and “terroir” to appreciate a fine glass of grape. But as with everything, a little knowledge can go a long way. Getting to know wine is an ongoing and pleasure-filled process that begs for a curious palate and a lot of welcomed experimentation.
If that isn’t enough motivation, consider the health benefits that moderate wine drinking offers. Numerous studies have shown that antioxidants known as flavonoids found in red wine reduce the risk of heart disease, improve cardiovascular health, produce good cholesterol, reduce inflammation and even prevent cancer. Well, in that case, pour me another glass!
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Resources
My Wine Society
Build a vino-centric community by connecting to wineries and fellow wine lovers. Discover new wine regions, plan your next tasting-fueled adventure and get the lowdown on events near and far - Wine Enthusiast
The Wine Coach
The official App of Laurie Forster, The Wine Coach whose mission is to demystify wine one glass at a time! Laurie is one of the country’s leading wine experts, radio show host and the author of the award-winning book, The Sipping Point: A Crash Course in Wine.
VinoCell
Manage your wine cellar and tasting notes like a pro.
Vivino
Choose your wine with confidence. Get ratings, read reviews, and check prices instantly just by snapping a photo of any bottle or menu. Make a purchase right from your phone.
Wine Notes
Whether you’re a wine enthusiast tasting for pleasure or a drinks professional tasting for work, this app helps you create and store structured and consistent tasting notes for wines.
Wine Ring
Simply taste and rate. Our free consumer app works like a wine pro – learning what you like and don’t like, so you can find new wines to try at your favorite shops, restaurants, wineries and more - all based on your individual preferences.
Wine Searcher
With the Wine-Searcher app, you can look up a wine to find out prices, critic scores, grape and region...
Wine Spectator
Get convenient, expert advice when choosing wine for dinner, a party or any occasion. Wine Spectator's flagship Wine Ratings+ app lets you quickly consult all of our wine reviews—more than 300,000. Designed for connoisseurs and casual drinkers, this comprehensive app for iPhone, iPad and Android devices helps you make better choices, discover great values, learn about wine and stay updated on what's new.
Wine.com
Wine.com is the #1 Online Wine Store, with the largest selection of wines available for purchase in the US at prices to fit every budget. Browse, search, or scan a label to view professional ratings, reviews, and pricing. Find your favorites, or let our friendly, non-commissioned sommeliers help you choose.
CorkageFee
CorkageFee is where restaurant-goers share and discover corkage fees for local spots.
Hello Vino
Hello Vino is your virtual wine assistant. Buying wine is fun and easy with Hello Vino's recommendations for food and wine pairings, special occasions and personalized wine picks based on your taste preferences.
Pair It
Can't decide what to pair with your meal? Pair It! is a fun and comprehensive food and wine guide to pair on the go. It includes hand selected pairing suggestions, tips, and advice you'll find nowhere else.
Tipple
Ever wished you knew a little bit more about wine tasting? You're in the right place because Tipple™ helps you learn how to taste wine like a pro in no time.
Best Apps for Wine Lovers
These apps can take the guesswork out of picking wine.
10 iPhone Apps for Wine Enthusiasts
Regardless of whether you’re a wine snob and refuse to drink from a bottle with a screw cap, or could care less and happily swig from a box, the following 10 apps will help you better understand this refined libation.
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Your Path to Meaningful Connections in the World of Health and Medicine
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Coming Soon - Stitches, the innovative chat app from the creators of HWN. Join meaningful conversations on health and medical topics. Share text, images, and videos seamlessly. Connect directly within HWN's topic pages and articles.
