Smartphone App Brings Monterey Wine Country to Life

Vineyards, wineries and tasting rooms for the modern wine traveler on the go.

Developed by the creators of Hello Vino , the Monterey Wine Country app will cull information from the MCVGA's online " Find Your Favorite " database (available at www.MontereyWines.org ) and is compatible with all smartphones (iPhone, Android, Blackberry, Windows Mobile, among others).  Users will be able to find vineyards and tasting rooms based on their preferences including region, varietals available for tasting and sale, and amenities such as pet-friendly grounds, food sales, or picnicking accommodations.   The social networking aspect of the tool allows users to post comments and reminders on various sites, including Facebook and Twitter.

"The fact that wine travelers will have the flexibility and freedom to discover our region in detail from the comfort of their own mobile phone will be a boon for the wine industry here in , Executive Director of the Monterey County Vintners and Growers Association.  "We believe we are at the forefront of a new wine country culture.  The ease of use of our application, and the ability to view the pinpoints of the tasting rooms on the size of a mobile screen, contributes to the practicality of this navigational tool."

Benefits to Monterey Wine Country visitors are myriad: Access to an easily searchable database of real-time, member-updated information including contact details, featured varietals, tasting room hours, and GPS-integrated directions and maps.

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