Ask a CorkRules Sommelier:&nbsp;

&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.

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The world of sparkling wine is a vast one. While champagne has long been the reigning king, there's another contender that’s not only equally delicious but also offers great value for money - Cremant.

Cremant vs Champagne: The real deal for bubbles.

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.

Lambrusco: The Party in a Bottle You Need to Try under $25

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.

Spring into Rosé: The Perfect Wine for Warmer Weather

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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.

Four must try white wines for under $24 from France, Spain, and Italy

Helm Oyster Bar & Bistro

Samantha Hohl, certified sommelier, and Robert Tas talk shellfish, seafood, and, of course, wine to pair with the fresh seafood, enjoy immensely and remember. 

Wine List Review of Helm Oyster Bar and Bistro

Sam Hohl

Helm Oyster Bar and Bistro

Helm Oyster Bar and Bistro

RT: Hello and welcome to CorkRules!&nbsp;

A podcast where, in each episode,&nbsp;we will review a wine list from your favorite restaurants. I&rsquo;m your host Robert Tas along with Samantha Hohl, certified sommelier.

Hello Sam,&nbsp;it&rsquo;s great to be back together for another episode.

SH: Hi Robert!

RT: Before we jump in, let&rsquo;s talk about CorkRules.

We created CorkRules to demystify wine lists because we know from experience, that sometimes when we get that list handed to us, well&hellip; it can be intimidating, and even a little daunting.

Our aim is to help prepare you to navigate that list, find those hidden gems, or value wines or that special bottle that will take your dining experience over the top.

RT:&nbsp;So, sit back and listen as we review your favorite wine list.

Cork Rules

Helm Oyster Bar &amp; Bistro

Overview

Helm Oyster Bar &amp; Bistro is located on the waterfront in Portland, Maine.They focus on showcasing all that Maine&rsquo;s oceans and farms have to offer through their dishes made with fresh Seafood along with local meat and produce. They have a beverage program tailored to pair with their menu, and a wine list focusing on low-intervention wines.

Where to start

This is a fun list that highlights natural and low-intervention wines and has lots of wonderful French options along with some other Old and New World bottles too. I have a few finds that stood out to me, but let&rsquo;s start our night with the 2019 Movia &lsquo;Rebula&rsquo; for a bottle that will be unique and delicious. The Movia estate has been around since the 1700&rsquo;s and is located in Slovenia bordering Italy. This bottle is made with Ribolla Gialla grapes which are indigenous to the area and not a common find on a wine list! It&rsquo;s going to bring flavors of orange citrus, apple, and honey with herbs and salt. It will pair well with seafood so it&rsquo;s a great bottle to have with many dishes on the menu.

If you&rsquo;re a red lover you could try the 2019 Domaine Usseglio &lsquo;Cuv&eacute;e Girard.&rsquo;This is a Southern Rhone red blend made with primarily Grenache. It&rsquo;s going to have both red and black fruit flavors, hints of pepper, along with violets and herbs. It would pair nicely with something like the house-cured Mangalitsa Ham.

And how about some Sicilian Ros&eacute;? The 2020 Lamoresca is made with primarily Frappato but has Zibibbo blended in as well. It will have floral aromas, flavors of juicy pomegranate and red fruit, along with dried herbs. It&rsquo;s also going to have lovely acidity and light tannins. It would be so good with the Beets and House Ricotta or the Black Bass Crudo.

Value

Let&rsquo;s talk about a few value bottles since there&rsquo;s some options that will be amazing with the fresh seafood theme of this menu. The 2020 Olivier Tricon Chablis is a wonderful value bottle. It&rsquo;s got all those delicious citrus, apple and mineral notes that pair so well with food. It&rsquo;s going to be wonderful with their shellfish, like the mussels or prawns, but would be great with something like the Kunik goat&rsquo;s cheese too.

Now let&rsquo;s talk value bubbles. I love that this list has options to enjoy sparkling wines no matter what budget you&rsquo;re working with. The 2018 Francois Chidaine &lsquo;Brut Tradition&rsquo; is a sparkling Chenin Blanc from the Mont Louis region that would be delightful to sip on and pair. The Chenin Blanc is grown biodynamically and the yields are small. This bottle has acid that just sings and is accompanied by lemon, apple, grapefruit and hints of pastry.

Celebratory 

While this list has some excellent value bubbles, there&rsquo;s also some incredible celebratory bottles if you&rsquo;re looking for something to make the evening memorable. The 1999 Pascal Doquet &lsquo;Vertus&rsquo; Premier Cru. This bottle has age, it has beauty, it&#39;s just a stunner of a Champagne. Delicate bubbles but complex flavors with notes of biscuit, nuts, and zippy green apple. You could order up a plate of Maine oysters with this one, but it would be amazing with so many of the fresh seafood dishes here.

Another great way to celebrate especially for red lovers would be the 2018 Domaine Pierre Gelin &lsquo;Les Hervelets.&rsquo; A gorgeous Pinot Noir from Fixin, Burgundy. Full of red fruit, raspberry, earthy flavors and slight spice along with herbal aromas as well. Silky tannins and refreshing acid make for a delicious and special red.

RT: Sam Thank you so much for all your great suggestions and helping us navigate Helm&rsquo;s wine list. I can&rsquo;t wait to go try them myself. &nbsp;

To our audience, Thank you all for Joining us here on CorkRules.

If you would like Sam to review one of your favorite restaurants, please send us email to: <a href="mailto:Info@corkrules.Com">Info@CorkRules.Com</a> or visit our web website where we have a request form available.

We are looking forward to being with you on another CorkRules episode soon. In the meantime, please check out our website for and download the CorkRules app for ios. Its makes personalized wine recommendations at over 40K restaurants, allows you to connect with friends and has price transparency. Order wine with confidence.

And finally, drink what you love and please make sure you drink responsibly.

Thank you.

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Eli's Table

Nicolas Potel

Pommard 2005

Pinot Noir

Burgundy, France

Paradiso

Fattoria, 'Cuvee Mario Pezzi' Barbarossa Forli IGT 1998

Emilia-Romagna, Italy

La Kíuva

Arnad Montjovet 2012

Blend

Valle d'Aosta, Italy

Simon Bize & Fils

Savigny-les-Beaune 1er Cru 'Aux Guettes' 2007

Pinot Noir

France

Abrigo Giovanni

Dolcetto di Diano d'Alba 2013

Dolcetto

Italy

Schiste

Domaine Rimbert Saint-Chinian Le Mas au 2010

Red Blend

Languedoc-Roussillon, France

Vino

di Anna 'Palmento' Rosso 2014

Sicily, Italy

Vimbio

Rias Baixas 2015

Galicia, Spain

Domaine de l'Anglore

Vaussiere, France, Vin de France 2014

White Rhone Blend

France

Domaine Bernard Gripa, Saint-Peray, Pins 2003

Saint-Peray, Rhone, France

David

Duband Bourgogne, France, Burgundy, Bourgogne 2013

Pinot Noir

Burgundy, France

Clos du Gravillas

L'Inattendu Minervois 2012

Grenache Blanc

Minervois, France

Ingrid Groiss

Pankraz Gruner Veltliner Reserve 2014

Gruner Veltliner

Weinviertel, Austria

Movia

Rebula - Ribolla 2007

Ribolla Gialla

Primorska, Slovenia

Marco Bartoli, Grappoli Grillo, Sicily 2014

Sicily, Italy