# Pocket Sommelier: Wine Pairing — Expert Menu & Pairing Guide

> AI-powered wine pairing and bottle identification with food suggestions. (iPhone/iPad app by Moonbeam Tech Limted.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocket-sommelier-wine-pairing/id6503256584 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Moonbeam Tech Limted](https://appshunter.io/developer/1613373170)
- Category: Food & Drink, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.10/5 from 9 App Store ratings · 9 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 56 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2025-02-04
- Data updated: 2026-08-07
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocket-sommelier-wine-pairing/id6503256584/reviews.md

## What is Pocket Sommelier?

Find the perfect wine for every meal with Pocket Sommelier, your AI-powered wine pairing assistant.

Whether you're cooking at home, ordering in a restaurant, or browsing a wine shop, Pocket Sommelier removes the guesswork from choosing wine. Simply tell us what you're eating, snap a photo of your meal, or scan a restaurant wine list to receive personalised pairing recommendations in seconds.

Designed for everyone from complete beginners to seasoned wine lovers, Pocket Sommelier helps you discover new wines, learn why they pair so well, and build confidence with every glass.

Features

• AI-powered food and wine pairing recommendations
• Scan your meal with your camera for instant pairings
• Scan restaurant wine lists to find the best bottle for your dish
• Scan wine bottles to learn about tasting notes and ideal food matches
• Save your favourite wines and pairings
• Keep a personal wine journal of memorable bottles
• Listen to expert wine podcasts and improve your wine knowledge
• Explore detailed information about grape varieties, wine styles and tasting notes
• Beautiful, fast and easy-to-use interface

Perfect for:

• Dinner parties
• Restaurant visits
• Wine shopping
• Date nights
• Learning more about wine
• Discovering new wines with confidence

Whether you're pairing steak with Cabernet Sauvignon, seafood with Sauvignon Blanc, pasta with Chianti, or dessert with Sauternes, Pocket Sommelier helps you make better wine choices every time.

Download Pocket Sommelier today and enjoy expert wine recommendations powered by AI.

## Key features

- AI-powered wine pairing
- Visual food recognition
- Wine bottle scanning
- Detailed wine information
- Save favorite pairings
- Personal wine collection

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium monthly with trial | $4.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium Yearly | $34.99 | per year |
| Premium yearly with free trial | $44.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium for life | $99.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (9 of 9)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocket-sommelier-wine-pairing/id6503256584/reviews.md

### 5/5 — I loved the app

*2025-10-03, version 1.2.0*

Hands down, awesome!

### 1/5 — Not formatting for IPhone 13

*2025-07-09, version 1.1.2*

I can’t read half of the information. There is no place to enter the food items in order to search for a pairing.

### 5/5 — Fantastic

*2025-06-03, version 1.1.2*

Super easy to use and takes the stress out of running to the wine shop before dinner!

### 5/5 — Great ai wine pairing app!

*2025-05-26, version 1.1.2*

This app is so useful! It makes me fell like a wine expert

### 5/5 — Paul Oliver

*2025-05-13, version 1.1.1*

It’s crazy good, a must have App for any dining occasion that will give you one up on your colleagues and friends when choosing the best wines for everyone’ menu choice. It makes you an expert right away. Plus it makes a great new dinner party game!

### 1/5 — Cannot create account to start

*2025-03-28, version 1.1*

Does not accept email to create account. Downloaded multiple times to try and wouldn’t accept email.

### 5/5 — Intelligent wine pairings!

*2025-02-10, version 1.1*

This wine pairing app is truly a game changer, completely takes the guesswork out of pairing wine with my favourite foods! Will be recommending to everyone I know!

### 5/5 — Perfect pairings every time!

*2025-02-06, version 1.0*

It takes all the hassle out of having to know what goes best! Easy to use, it creates the perfect dinner conversation starter!

### 5/5 — Awesome!!!

*2025-02-04, version 1.0*

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Pocket Sommelier is a game-changer! Super easy to use, and the wine pairings are spot on. No more guessing what goes with dinner—just great recommendations every time. Love it!

## Frequently asked questions about Pocket Sommelier

### How does Pocket Sommelier suggest wine pairings?

Pocket Sommelier uses advanced AI technology to analyze your meal, either from a photo or a description, and provides three perfect wine pairings. It also offers detailed information about each recommended wine.

### Can Pocket Sommelier identify wines from a photo?

Yes, Pocket Sommelier can scan a bottle of wine using reverse image lookup. It will then provide a concise description of the wine and suggest suitable food pairings.

### What are the benefits of Pocket Sommelier Premium?

Pocket Sommelier Premium offers unlimited wine pairings, visual food recognition, and a wine journal to record your wine moments. It allows for anytime, anywhere pairing and detailed note-taking.

### What are the subscription options for Pocket Sommelier Premium?

Pocket Sommelier Premium offers monthly and yearly subscription plans. Some plans include a 7-day free trial, with monthly options at $3.99 or $4.99 (with trial) and yearly options at $34.99 or $44.99 (with trial).

### How does Pocket Sommelier handle user data and privacy?

The app's Terms of Use, available at https://www.pocketsommelier.app/terms-and-conditions, outline how user data is handled. Specific details on privacy controls are not provided in the description.

### What devices is Pocket Sommelier compatible with?

Pocket Sommelier is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is rated for users aged 17 and older.

### How often is Pocket Sommelier updated?

The latest version of Pocket Sommelier is 1.3.1, last updated on January 22, 2026. The app was initially released on February 4, 2025.

### What do users like about Pocket Sommelier?

User reviews highlight Pocket Sommelier as a 'game changer' that takes the guesswork out of wine pairing. Users appreciate its ease of use and consistently accurate recommendations.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.3.2 — 2026-07-13

1. UX/UI improvements
2. Better pairing algorithm
3. Technical optimisations

### 1.3.1 — 2026-01-22

Pocket Sommelier: Wine Pairings has introduced 2 new game changing features!

1. Wine List Scanner
The wine list scanner uses the latest in AI technology to identify which wines from a restaurant or bar will pair perfectly with your chosen meal. It gives you a percentage pairability and price range to ensure that you never overpay for a bottle of wine. This takes the total guesswork out of picking that perfect bottle of wine. 

2. Expert Podcasts 
Your AI Sommelier now has a voice! You can now enjoy your commute and become a wine expert by listening to our new podcast series. Covering topics ranging from how to smell wine to how to pair wine with your dishes. Our AI wine podcast has it all!

### 1.2.0 — 2025-09-18

Performance has been improved, and the issue with Apple Login has been resolved.

### 1.1.3 — 2025-08-20

We've redesigned the sommelier screen to help you match your wine pairings faster. We're also introducing the wine menu scan feature soon but now is a great time to let us know what you want to see from such a feature.

### 1.1.2 — 2025-05-21

Pairing improvements, UI tweaks, bug squashing

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