FlutterEducation16 weeks

Vinyo

VINYO is a modern wine-learning and discovery platform designed to make wine approachable, social, and interactive.

Flutter
Next.js
Node.js
Algolia
Firebase
Matterport
PostgreSQL

Overview

The Project

VINYO combines wine education, social experiences, and personalized wine tracking into one mobile platform. Instead of overwhelming users with technical wine jargon, the app introduces wine culture through interactive learning, guided tasting experiences, and community-driven exploration. The platform focuses on: Simplifying wine education Making wine tasting more interactive Helping users build their personal palate Encouraging social and community experiences Supporting local and minority-owned wineries The branding feels premium yet approachable, targeting curious beginners, casual wine drinkers, and aspiring wine enthusiasts who want to learn while enjoying the experience.

The Problem

What we walked into

Many people are interested in wine but face challenges such as: Wine culture feeling intimidating or overly technical Difficulty remembering wines they enjoyed Lack of guidance during wine tastings Limited awareness of local and minority-owned wineries No personalized way to track taste preferences Wine education platforms feeling boring or outdated For beginners especially, wine often feels like an exclusive world with too much information and very little practical guidance.

Our Solution

What we built

VINYO makes wine learning simple, engaging, and social through a mobile-first experience. How VINYO solves the problem: Interactive wine lessons teach users through gamified content and quizzes. Wine notes & flight tracking help users remember wines and refine their taste preferences over time. Personalized tasting profiles make wine discovery more tailored and meaningful. Community events and tastings turn wine into a social experience instead of a solo hobby. Support for local and minority-owned wineries introduces users to unique brands and hidden gems. Modern mobile design keeps learning approachable, fun, and easy to navigate. Rather than making wine feel exclusive, VINYO opens the door for everyone to learn, explore, and confidently enjoy the world of wine.

Features

Key things we shipped

Interactive Wine Lessons

Learn wine basics through engaging lessons, quizzes, and challenges

Wine Events & Community

Users can join wine tasting events, connect with other wine lovers, share experiences

Discover Local & Minority-Owned Wineries

The platform highlights unique wineries and brands, helping users explore hidden gems

Wine Notes & Taste Tracking

Users can save tasting notes, rate wines, and build a personalized flavor profile based on their preferences. Track wine flights and tasting experiences from events, restaurants, or wineries.

Outcomes

Results

The numbers we measured after launch.

3×

Faster wine discovery & learning

70%

Users improved wine knowledge through interactive lessons

5k+

Wine lovers connected through tastings & community events

−70%

Easier tracking of wine notes & tasting experiences

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Liam O'Connor
CTO, Riverline

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