The best websites, databases, and tools for wine research and education. From vintage charts to critic reviews, these resources complement your tasting journey.
The premier wine writing resource. Articles, tasting notes, and the complete Wine Grapes database. Subscription required for full access.
Excellent visual guides and infographics for wine education. Great for beginners. Clear explanations of regions, grapes, and concepts.
Wine & Spirit Education Trust. The global standard for wine education qualifications from Level 1 to Diploma.
Professional sommelier resource. Study guides, webinars, and forums. Essential for those pursuing Court of Master Sommeliers certifications.
The world's largest wine database. Community tasting notes, cellar management tools, and drinking windows. Free to use.
Wine scanning app with millions of user ratings. Useful for quick references and price comparisons. Good for discovering new wines.
Find where to buy any wine worldwide. Price comparisons, merchant reviews, and critic scores. Essential for collectors.
Antonio Galloni's platform. Detailed reviews of Burgundy, Piedmont, Champagne, Napa, and more. Subscription required.
The influential 100-point scale. Strong coverage of Bordeaux, Rhône, and California. Now with multiple reviewers.
UK-based wine magazine. Reviews, news, and the prestigious Decanter World Wine Awards. Good European coverage.
American wine magazine. Reviews, top 100 lists, and restaurant awards. Broad coverage of global wines.
Mike Bennie and Campbell Mattinson. Excellent coverage of Australian wines with a focus on quality and value.
Comprehensive vintage charts for major regions. Quality ratings and drinking windows. Regularly updated.
Interactive vintage charts with regional breakdowns. Free access. Good for quick reference.