WineZap

Hey wine fans (and techies) - WineZap has a database of wine ratings, and lets you search and place orders etc. That's kind of cool, but the more interesting part of the site is that the data is accessible via SMS (text messaging). so next time you're at the wine store wondering if that wine is any good (and if you're paying too mcuh) send WineZap a text message. From their site:

Using the service

1. 1. Send a text message or email to mobile@winezap.com
   
2. Enter the vintage and wine name in the body of your message (not the subject).
   
3. For non-vintage wines, omit the vintage.
   
4. Optionally, include your 5 digit zipcode at the end for local retailer information.
   
5. For best results, please include all relevant label information (don't forget the varietal).
   
6. No other text is permitted - additional text will cause a failure.
   
7. For best results, limit wine names (excluding zipcode and vintage) to 5 words or less
   
8. Prices are for 750 ml bottles. For different sizes, submit the bottle size (in ml, no units): 2000 Caymus Cabernet 1500 94621
   
9. Don't include any other text in the body of the message. If possible, end your message with a period (.).

Examples

• 2000 Caymus Cabernet.
  
• 2000 Caymus Cabernet 1500.
  
• 2000 Caymus Cabernet 1500 94621.
  
• Cristal Brut Rose.
  
• 2001 Lafite 94621 (5 digit zip at end of message)