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Wine? There’s an app for that!

Tuesday, May 24th

There’s an app for everything now! From checking the traffic to finding a restaurant, these pieces of technology help us do things easier. We wanted to share some of the wine apps that we’ve come to enjoy. Check them out for yourself and try them in SLO Wine Country!

Wine Apps: Our Top App Suggestions for You!

#1 Delectable

Price: Free!

So how does it work? Just take a photo of the wine label. In seconds, it will identify the wine and allow you to view reviews and tasting notes on that bottle from industry leaders.

You can also create your personal wine journal through the app. Add your own ratings and tasting notes for you to access in the future. You can even share your recommendations with friends.

Don’t forget to see the recommendations from the experts! On this app you can follow the industry leaders and winemakers from your favorite wineries to see what they are enjoying!

This app is ready to help you find your next favorite wine!

#2 Vivino

Price: Free! (Vivino Premium available for $4.99/month)

Similarly, this app allows a quick photo to unlock a vault of knowledge about the wine you are about to drink! From average price, reviews, and food pairings, there is so much for you to learn.

Do you find yourself overwhelmed at the wine lists restaurants have? Use this app to scan the entire wine list to see the top ratings and reviews.

You even are able to see the trending wines in your area and find the best deals on your favorite bottles!

You will be a wine expert in no time thanks to this fun app!

Wine Enthusiast Magazine has a great post about some of their favorite apps! Make sure to check out the ones they recommend. Click here to see it yourself!

What about you?

Now that we’ve shared some of our favorites with you, download them and try them out! Do you already have some favorite wine apps? Let us know the wine apps you have come to love!

Tilapia Vera Cruz Recipe

Tuesday, May 10th

As the summer approaches, we wanted to share this delicious Tilapia Vera Cruz recipe with you! It was created by Don Reynolds who is a retired chef and former Claiborne and Churchill employee. This dish is quick and easy to make, and most importantly pairs perfectly with any of our white wines. Make sure to grab a bottle from our tasting room or here at our website.

Tilapia Vera Cruz Recipe:

PREP TIME: 15 minutes
COOK TIME: 15 – 20 minutes
SERVINGS: 4 – 6 depending on appetite

INGREDIENTS

5 tablespoons olive oil – 3 tbsp for the sauce and 2 tbsp for the fish
4 cloves garlic – minced
1 small onion – chopped
¼ cup drained capers
1 cup sliced green and black olives – combination dependent upon preference
½ tablespoon jalapeno – minced
3 cups diced fresh tomatoes
½ teaspoon cumin
Salt and pepper to taste
1 lime – cut into 6 wedges
Fresh cilantro for garnish
6 tilapia fillets – 6 oz. size

*You can substitute another fish such as red snapper, orange roughy, grouper or cod*

DIRECTIONS

In a large skillet heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the garlic, onion, capers, olives and jalapeno. Sauté until soft for 1-2 minutes. Add the tomatoes, cumin, salt and pepper and simmer for 10-15 minutes.

Pat dry each tilapia fillet and flavor with salt and pepper. In another large skillet heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil and gently swirl to coat the pan. Gently place fish into the oil and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden and flakes easily. Place cooked fish on a serving plate and spoon the sauce from the pan over the fish. Squeeze a wedge of lime juice over the top and garnish with a sprig of cilantro. Serve with Spanish rice and Cuban beans.