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&quot;I&#39;m new to CorkRules app, it has a lot &nbsp;stuff can you explain it&quot;, Lori B, New York.&nbsp;

CorkRules is built for wine enthusiasts who are constantly on the lookout for new and exciting wine experiences. People often find themselves lost in a sea of options when trying to choose the perfect bottle for any occasion. Look no further! CorkRules Wine App is here to meet all your wine needs and revolutionize the way you explore, learn, and enjoy wine.&nbsp;

With a plethora of wine apps available in the market, it can be overwhelming to find one that truly meets all your needs. But fear not, CorkRules is the one wine app that will exceed all your expectations. It goes beyond just being a wine discovery tool like popular apps such as Vivino. Using advanced AI tools, CorkRules will get to know you and help you experience wine across all your different wine needs like never before.&nbsp;

Discovering New Wines with Personalized Recommendations:

CorkRules is your go-to app for discovering new wines. Like Vivino, but CorkRules leverages AI tools to provide personalized recommendations based on your preferences and previous choices. With CorkRules, you can discover new wines that align perfectly with your palate, ensuring that every sip is a delightful experience. The app&#39;s AI capabilities make it a step ahead of other wine apps which were never designed to get to know you, offering a more refined and accurate selection of wines.&nbsp;

 
Learn from Friends:

The app allows you to explore and learn about different wine varieties, making the process of discovering new wines both educational and enjoyable. One of the unique aspects of CorkRules is its emphasis on social interaction and community building. The app enables you to learn from your friends by seeing what they are drinking, creating a social experience that aligns with the essence of wine appreciation before, during and post event. Yes, that right! You can now share wine choices before an experience, share wine notes, and preferences. You can also share your wine experiences, post pictures, and connect with other wine enthusiasts and sommeliers, fostering a vibrant and engaging community.&nbsp;

Restaurant Wine Ordering and Hospitality:

CorkRules goes beyond wine discovery and social interaction by simplifying the process of ordering wine at restaurants. The app learns from your preferences over time, allowing for personalized recommendations and making it easier to find and order your favorite wines at restaurants. Moreover, CorkRules elevates your hospitality by enabling you to send your wine preferences to the restaurant ahead of time, ensuring that you receive personalized service, and you can reserve your favorite wines to make sure they are available for dining pleasure ahead of time. &nbsp;

Cellar Management and Wine Purchases:

For wine enthusiasts who manage their wine at home, CorkRules offers a comprehensive cellar management feature, akin to CellarTracker, that allows you to take pictures and keep track of your wine collection and reviews. &nbsp;

And let&#39;s not forget the convenience of purchasing your favorite wines with just one button. CorkRules not only helps you find the best prices but also directs you to all the retailers that carry the wine you desire. No more endless browsing or searching &ndash; CorkRules makes buying wine a breeze.&nbsp;

Modern User Interface and Innovation:

CorkRules prides itself on its modern and user-friendly interface, providing a seamless and visually appealing experience for its users. What truly sets CorkRules apart from other wine apps is its commitment to constant innovation and disruption in the wine space. The company is dedicated to transforming the wine and restaurant industry through cutting-edge digital solutions. With CorkRules, you are not just joining a wine app; you are becoming part of a community that is shaping the future of wine exploration and enjoyment.&nbsp;

CorkRules is not just an app - it&#39;s a community of wine enthusiasts who are passionate about sharing, discovering, and learning about wine. We encourage you to download the CorkRules app, be a part of this vibrant community, and contribute to making it even better. There is no better wine app on the market than CorkRules. It brings together all your wine needs into one powerful platform, offering personalized recommendations, social connectivity, restaurant assistance, wine management, and effortless purchasing. The fantastic modern user interface combined with the company&#39;s constant innovation makes CorkRules a must-have tool for anyone passionate about wine.&nbsp;

<a href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/corkrules-wine-confidence/id1631528589">Download now!</a>

Cheers! #drinkwhatyoulove

If you&#39;d like to have a question answered by one of our CorkRules Sommeliers, please send an email to info@corkrules.com or click top right icon in the app.&nbsp;

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CorkRules is built for wine enthusiasts who are constantly on the lookout for new and exciting wine experiences. People often find themselves lost in a sea of options when trying to choose the perfect bottle for any occasion. Look no further! CorkRules Wine App is here to meet all your wine needs and revolutionize the way you explore, learn, and enjoy wine.

CorkRules - The Uber Wine App

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Omakase is experiencing a surge in popularity, let’s dig into what it is and of course what wines to drink.



 Omakase, a term that translates to "I'll leave it up to you" in Japanese, is rapidly gaining popularity in the culinary world. This dining experience places your meal entirely in the hands of the chef, who meticulously crafts each course based on seasonal ingredients and their personal creative flair. It's not just about seafood; while sushi often features prominently due to its status as a cornerstone of Japanese cuisine, an omakase menu can include anything from Wagyu beef to seasonal vegetables.

Omakase and Wine Pairing: A Booming Gastronomic Journey

California Chardonnay: it's a name synonymous with sunshine, buttery richness, and maybe even a splash of white wine envy (looking at you, Bridget Jones). But how did this grape, originally hailing from France, become a Californian icon? Buckle up, because we're diving into the world of CA Chard, from its unexpected origins to the reasons it continues to reign supreme on wine lists.

Buckle up, because we're diving into the world of CA Chard!

Forget everything you think you know about sweet, syrupy wines. Lambrusco is a sparkling red wine from Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region that’s as light and bubbly as a summer day.

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As the days grow longer and warmer, it's time to trade in your full-bodied reds and crisp whites for a glass of refreshing rosé. This versatile wine is not only perfect for spring but also pairs beautifully with a wide variety of foods all year round.



Rosé originates from France, specifically Provence - the world’s leading rosé region. It has been produced there since 600 BC when Greeks brought vines to southern France. Unlike its red and white counterparts, rosés are made using an array of grape varietals including Grenache, Syrah, Cinsault among others.

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Aligoté: Burgundy's Unsung Hero Steps Out of the Shadows

For Chardonnay lovers seeking a refreshing, value-driven alternative, Aligoté, Burgundy's "other" white grape, beckons with its crisp acidity, subtle minerality, and undeniable charm. Often overshadowed by its more illustrious neighbor, Aligoté is finally gaining recognition for its unique qualities and exceptional quality-to-price ratio.

Aligoté: Burgundy's Unsung Hero Steps Out of the Shadows

A Hungarian Legacy: Imagine yourself in Tokaj, Hungary, a region steeped in winemaking tradition. For centuries, Furmint has thrived in its volcanic soil, basking in the warm sunshine. These grapes, loved for their thick skin and high acidity, became the cornerstone of Hungary's most famous wine: Tokaji. These sweet, honeyed treasures were once enjoyed by royalty and popes!

Furmint: Hungary's Hidden Gem for Wine Lovers

Check out these four whites wines under $24, from some great producers across various terroirs – France, Italy, Spain. Spring is in the air.

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Maria Valetta, wine educator, and certified sommelier, and Robert Tas navigate the wine list at the Mexican restaurant Viva Garcia where they choose wine to pair well with bold Mexican flavors.

Wine List Review of Viva Garcia, Las Vegas

Maria Valetta

Viva Garcia

Viva Garcia

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RT): Hi Everyone, welcome back to Corkrules! The wine APP &amp; podcast that&rsquo;s here to help YOU navigate all your FAVORITE restaurant wine lists.

I&rsquo;m your host, Robert Tas, along with Maria Valetta, wine educator, and certified sommelier, also known as Maria The Wine Blonde on Instagram. Welcome back Maria

MV: Hello Robert looks like our episode is all about bold Mexican Flavors but NOT paired with margaritas !

RT: That&rsquo;s right Maria, SO We&rsquo;re guessing you all may have heard the term Viva Las Vegas!....BUT have you heard of&nbsp; Viva Garcia?&nbsp; As in the famous Chef,

Ray Garcia and his eponymous restaurant in Resorts World Casino? If not, now you have&hellip;.Chef Garcia mixes together traditional and modern Mexican cooking to create vibrant dishes full of flavor in a colorful and exciting atmosphere.&nbsp; Sure, the margaritas are great here But let&rsquo;s talk about the wine list Maria.

MV: This list is pretty straightforward forward with sections of Sparkling, Rose, White and Red. What I like the most about this list are the multiple-by-the-glass offerings of&nbsp; Ros&eacute; &hellip;.4 different options so you can actually make your own flight of ros&eacute;, and also a great selection of Mexican wines from Mexican wine country known as Valle de Guadalupe.. which is my fav up and coming wine region to visit right now. 
RT: Yes I have heard of Valle De Guadalupe but have not been yet, but how great to see this restaurant supporting this wine region. Do they have any Mexican wines by the glass?

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MV: They do and one is a white wine from one of my fav producers that I have visited while there: Casa Magoni. They have their 2020 Chardonnay-Vermentino, blend. 50% chard, 50% vermentino..YESSSS an Italian variety... Wineries in the Valle de&nbsp; Guadalupe are actually planting and experimenting with a lot of Italian Varieties, Expect Green apple and pear aromas, on the nose of this wine, the vermentino adds refreshing acidity. Pair it with Chef Garcia&rsquo;s guacamole or Yellowtail Ceviche!

RT: And you said they have some great Rose&rsquo;s by the glass?&nbsp; Let&rsquo;s talk about those briefly..

MV: Yes, let&rsquo;s talk about Ros&eacute; because the weather is finally starting to warm up here.. I recommend making your own flight and trying these 3 rose wines:

1.) The Domaine de Triennes, Ros&eacute;, Provence, France 2020 The Provence, France&nbsp; a traditional Provence rose the 12.7 made from 4 grapes: Cinsault &ndash; Syrah -Grenache &ndash; Merlot

2.) Then the Ontanon, Clarete Rosado, Rioja, Spain &nbsp;a Spanish Rose from Rioja made from Tempranillo grapes 13% and the

3.) Daou Vineyards, Discovery Ros&eacute;, Paso Robles, California all Grenache Noir grapes made in the classic Proven&ccedil;ale style but a little riper with the 14.1 % alc

RT: Wine flights are always a lot of fun

MV: they sure are and they are a great way to discover your favored taste profile in wines &hellip; by the way, if you like that Daou Rose, you&rsquo;ll probably also love their&nbsp; 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon, , a great Paso Robles,<s>&nbsp; </s>Cab also OFFERED BY THE GLASS.

RT: Daou wines are always reliably good. So By the bottle which are your favorite value wines?

MV: Actually, this is easy as most wines on this list ARE value wines, but standouts for me are the Ra&uacute;l P&eacute;rez, Ultreia Saint Jacques, Bierzo, Spain, 2018 $64 made from the Mencia grape that&rsquo;s native to spain, I always say if you are a PN fan you will most likely love mencia.

Also would recommend the, Les Glories Sancerre, Loire, France, 2018 remember sancerre blanc is always Sauvignon Blanc, And one wine I would personally want to try is the Solar Fortune, Syrah, Valle de Guadalupe, B.C., Mexico, 2017 88 I&rsquo;ve been to many wineries in this region of Mexico but not this one&hellip; so bring on the syrah!!

I have to say GO visit Valle de Guadalupe, the hotels are fabulous, everything from 5-star resort options to super boutique and even some funky and glampy places to stay&hellip; incredible food, and interesting wines, plus great hospitality.

RT: NICE, I see a CorkRules wine trip in the future! Maybe???&nbsp; Haha

MV: YES to that! let me be your guide! BUT&hellip;before we wrap, let me give you a few wines that will up your game at Viva Garcia!

RT: Please do!

MV: Now like I said most of the wines on this list are reasonable but if you want to go next level, be sure to order the Ruinart, Brut, Blanc De Blancs, Reims, France

Champagne, AND remember, blanc de blanc is all chardonnay and you could easily drink with this either their langosta: LOBSTER with a Carrot-Pineapple Puree OR even the Red snapper with citrus adobo, both would pair perfectly!

RT: Always love a killer Champagne! Then what?

MV: Then you could roll into the Bodega Numanthia, Toro, Spain, 2015 $100 great price on this actually&hellip;. even though we are stepping up into the slightly more premium red category&hellip; this Tempranillo, would be lovely with the sharable COSTILLAS ( Full Rack of Ancho Rubbed Lamb Ribs,)

&nbsp;or go new world with the DeLille Cellars, Four Flags, Yakima Valley, Washington, 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon&nbsp; <s>175 </s>&nbsp;this going to be bananas with the lamb.

I have always been a big fan of Delille (da lil) waaaayyy before Cabs from Washington were even slightly popular and YES if you didn&rsquo;t know, now you know&hellip; Washington state cabs are a thing that everyone loves now! So get on board!

RT: You heard it everyone &hellip; get on board!

RT: Well thank you Maria for talking Wine at Viva Garcia in Las Vegas with us, and thank you, everyone, for joining us on another episode of CorkRules. Be sure to download the app from the Appstore and start getting your personal restaurant wine recommendations directly to your phone. You can find more wine educational tips from Maria on Instagram @mariathewineblonde and on the CorkRules app.

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MV: It&rsquo;s here! The corkrules App! Download it for free today from the app store so you can browse restaurant wine lists, connect with your friends, and start drinking wines you love.&nbsp;

Have a favorite wine List? Let us review it here. Send us your requests at <a href="mailto:info@corkrules.com">info@corkrules.com</a> You can find previous episodes on your favorite podcast platform and on The Corkrules app. Be sure to follow @corkrules on Instagram for episode updates. Prices and selections subject to change, please drink responsibly.

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