About
Sommo is a beautifully designed AI-powered wine app built for everyone from curious beginners to serious WSET candidates. At its core is an AI wine scanner that identifies any label, menu, or shelf instantly and delivers rich details including tasting notes, food pairings, serving temperatures, and flavour profiles. The personal wine journal lets users log every bottle with structured SAT tasting notes using a guided Tasting Note Wizard covering Appearance, Nose, Palate, and Conclusions. Over time, the AI analyzes your journal entries to build a unique Wine Character profile that reflects your palate preferences. For learners and exam candidates, Sommo offers WSET Levels 1–4 preparation through flashcards, mock exams, and AI-generated study plans. A world wine map covers 1,000+ regions across 40+ countries, making it easy to track wine exploration. A built-in wine cellar tool keeps inventory and generates AI-powered food pairing suggestions for any meal. Gamified progression — complete with XP and badges — motivates users from Curious Sipper to Master Sommelier. At $2.50/month, Sommo bundles features that competing apps (Vivino, CellarTracker, WSET study materials) charge separately for, making it exceptional value. Built by a solo developer with an active community roadmap, Sommo is available free on iOS.
Key Features
- AI Wine Label Scanner: Scan any wine label, restaurant menu, or store shelf and instantly receive rich details including tasting notes, food pairings, serving temperature, and flavour profiles.
- Personal Wine Journal & SAT Tasting Notes: Log every bottle with ratings and guided Systematic Approach to Tasting (SAT) notes covering Appearance, Nose, Palate, and Conclusions.
- WSET Exam Preparation (Levels 1–4): Study for WSET certifications with flashcards, mock exams, and AI-generated personalised study plans across all four exam levels.
- AI Wine Character Analysis: The AI learns from your journal entries over time to build a personalised wine personality profile that reflects your evolving palate.
- World Wine Map & Cellar Tracker: Explore 1,000+ wine regions across 40+ countries, track your exploration journey, and manage your wine cellar with AI-powered food pairing suggestions.
Use Cases
- Scanning a wine label at a restaurant or bottle shop to instantly learn about the wine's origin, tasting notes, and food pairings before purchasing.
- Preparing for WSET Level 1, 2, 3, or 4 certification exams using AI-generated study plans, flashcards, and mock exams.
- Keeping a structured wine journal with SAT tasting notes to track favourite bottles and build a personal wine memory over time.
- Managing a home wine cellar and getting AI-powered food pairing recommendations for any meal or occasion.
- Exploring global wine regions through an interactive world map to broaden wine knowledge and track tasting experiences by country and region.
Pros
- All-in-one value: Combines label scanning, cellar management, journaling, and WSET exam prep in a single $2.50/month subscription — far cheaper than buying each tool separately.
- Personalised AI learning: The AI adapts to your individual palate and study needs, making recommendations and building a unique wine character profile unique to you.
- Polished design and gamification: A beautifully crafted interface with XP, badges, and progression levels keeps learning engaging and motivating for all skill levels.
Cons
- iOS only: Currently available exclusively on the Apple App Store, leaving Android users without access to the native app experience.
- Solo developer dependency: Built and maintained by a single developer, which may affect the pace of feature updates and long-term support reliability.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sommo free to use?
Sommo is free to download on the App Store. A premium subscription at $2.50/month unlocks all nine features including AI scanning, WSET prep, wine journal, character analysis, and more — with no ads.
Which WSET exam levels does Sommo support?
Sommo supports WSET Level 1 through Level 4 with flashcards, mock exams, and AI-generated personalised study plans for each level.
How does the AI wine character analysis work?
As you log bottles and tasting notes in your wine journal, the AI analyses your ratings and preferences over time to build a personalised wine personality profile that reflects your unique palate.
Can I use Sommo in a restaurant or wine shop?
Yes — Sommo is designed for on-the-go use. You can scan wine labels, menus, or shelf tags in real time to get instant information about any wine.
How does Sommo compare to Vivino or CellarTracker?
Unlike Vivino or CellarTracker, which focus on individual features, Sommo bundles label scanning, cellar management, structured tasting notes, WSET exam prep, and AI personalisation into one affordable subscription.
