The Wine Shop Talk

In this week's episode, sommelier Erin shares some of her favorite Halloween pairing ideas for some grown-up fun with sweet treats, along with her expert tips on how to create pairings whenever you have sweet dishes in the mix. Those of you who are sweet dessert, chocolate, and candy fans will not want to miss this episode. Pairings shared in this episode: Peanut Butter Cups - New World Creamy Chardonnay, Peanut flavored beer (if available) or sweet cider. Milk Chocolate with creamy nougat and caramel - Zinfandel, Moscato d'Asti or Lambrusco Dark Chocolate - Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Late Bottle Vintage Port

This week's episode brings wine and ghost stories together as sommelier Erin shares 5 winery ghost stories from around the world that you can include in your Halloween celebrations. Wineries included in this episode are: Concha y Toro, Chile Beringer, St. Helena, California Trefethen Family Vineyards, Napa Seppeltsfield Winery, Barrosa Valley, Australia Chateau de Brissac, Loire Valley, France Have you discovered your palate personality yet? Visit to take the quiz https://www.winegirlacademy.com/take-the-quiz

Have you ever wondered what the differences between Shiraz and Syrah are? In this week's episode, Erin Rosar, your Practical Sommelier, answers what you need to know, including: are they made from the same grape, what is the flavor profile in the glass, what to look for when shopping, and famous wine styles from each. You'll love this episode if you love red wines. Famous Wines Mentioned in this Episode Syrah Hermitage, France Croze Hermitage, France St. Joseph, France Shiraz Penfolds Grange Have you discovered your palate personality yet? Visit to take the quiz https://www.winegirlacademy.com/take-the-quiz

As Canadian Thanksgiving is celebrated in early October, Erin shares three of the best red wines to serve with a traditional turkey dinner. She also shares why some styles of red wine might not be good choices and why we have the rule of "white protein goes with white wine." Whether you're planning to serve red wines with your next turkey dinner or if you're just looking for some red wine suggestions, this episode is for you. Have you discovered your palate personality yet? Visit to take the quiz https://www.winegirlacademy.com/take-the-quiz

This week, Erin shares 10 amazing facts about Alsace France and 5 must-know wines. She shares insight into what makes the region so special, as well as the diverse range of wines awaiting you in every bottle. It's sure to inspire you to explore your favorite wine shop's Alsace wines after listening to this episode. Have you discovered your palate personality yet? Visit to take the quiz https://www.winegirlacademy.com/take-the-quiz

If you love wine and cheese pairings, then you'll love this episode. This week, sommelier Erin Rosar shares 3 classic French wine and cheese pairings she considers "must-try." As well as tips for shopping both wines and cheeses, she explains why the pairings work so well together. You are sure to enjoy Erin's professional tips and advice no matter what level of wine enthusiast you are or how much experience you have pairing wine and cheese. Pairings discussed in this episode: Gruyere and Beaujolais Brie and Champagne Roquefort and Sauterens/Barsac Have you discovered your palate personality yet? Visit to take the quiz https://www.winegirlacademy.com/take-the-quiz

You won't want to miss this episode if you love pie, especially classic fall pies like apple or pumpkin pie, pecan pie, or mixed berry pie. In this article, professional sommelier Erin Rosar shares her favorite pairings for each of these classic fall pie styles. In addition, she shares the wine that is always a go-to pairing for most pie styles that she always keeps on hand. Have you discovered your palate personality yet? Visit to take the quiz https://www.winegirlacademy.com/take-the-quiz

Here's the episode for those who enjoy warm, gooey grilled cheese sandwiches. Sommelier Erin shares her favorite pairings for three of her favorite grilled cheese sandwich styles in this week's episode. Classic Apple, Brie, and Applewood Cheddar Pesto, Mozzarella, and Tomato In this episode, you'll discover wine-pairing ideas that are ideal for the cooler fall months. As mentioned in the episode, here is the link to Erin's favorite gluten-free crust recipe. Have you discovered your palate personality yet? Visit to take the quiz https://www.winegirlacademy.com/take-the-quiz

The episode begins with a question. Can you remember the last time you drank wine from a box or can? Sommelier Erin Rosar explains the benefits of boxed and canned wine styles and why it's worth giving them another look if you haven't tried one in a while, especially if you love outdoor activities or entertaining. Have you discovered your palate personality yet? Visit to take the quiz https://www.winegirlacademy.com/take-the-quiz

This week, sommelier Erin shares her three favorite styles of take-out, along with wine pairing ideas for each. If you like to order dinner in and are looking for some inspiration to take your delivered dinner to the next level, this episode is for you. In addition, Erin shares her go-to wine style that she always keeps on hand. Missed the Pizza and Wine Pairing Episode, or want to listen in again? Click here Have you discovered your palate personality yet? Visit to take the quiz https://www.winegirlacademy.com/take-the-quiz

Have you ever gone into a wine shop or looked at a restaurant's wine list and wondered how some expensive bottles of wine could get so expensive, what they would be like to try, or if you would like them? In today's episode, sommelier Erin Rosar answers some of the most common questions she gets asked about expensive wines. Today's episode is just what you need if you've ever wondered about them but never knew who to ask. Penfolds Grange Recorking Clinic Information as discussed in this episode. Have you discovered your palate personality yet? Visit to take the quiz https://www.winegirlacademy.com/take-the-quiz

Professional sommelier Erin Rosar shares the five tips she always shares with wine students at all levels. It doesn't matter if you're a passionate wine enthusiast who wants to learn more about wine as a personal interest or you're seeking professional accreditation within the wine industry, you find Erin's 5 tips helpful and inspiring. Have you discovered your palate personality yet? Visit to take the quiz https://www.winegirlacademy.com/take-the-quiz

This week, professional sommelier Erin Rosar welcomes August with four new wine styles to try, plus a bonus! As well as explaining each wine style, Erin shares food pairing ideas. Whether you're in a summer wine rut or just looking for new wine styles to try, this episode has tips for everyone. Grape Varieties Shared in this episode include: Spanish Rosé Albarino Carmenere Xinomavro Surprise Bonus Pairing Have you discovered your palate personality yet? Visit to take the quiz https://www.winegirlacademy.com/take-the-quiz

This week, professional sommelier Erin Rosar explains the basics of Amarone, one of Italy's greatest wines. She also discusses Valpolicella, Rispasso, and a very special dessert wine called Recioto della Valpolicella in this episode. There will be information about how each wine is made, the 3 main grapes that are used in all the wines, the winemaking technique that makes Amarone so unique, and food pairing recommendations for each wine. This episode is for wine lovers who love Italian wines. Have you discovered your palate personality yet? Visit to take the quiz https://www.winegirlacademy.com/take-the-quiz

Professional sommelier Erin Rosar shares why and how to freeze wine in this week's episode, plus some of her favorite pairings with wine and ice cream. This episode contains some delicious “grown-up” chilled treat ideas to help you beat the summer heat. Have you discovered your palate personality yet? Visit to take the quiz https://www.winegirlacademy.com/take-the-quiz

In this week's episode, professional sommelier Erin Rosar answers a question she is often asked - how much wine will I need for my party? The expert tips Erin provides along with her party planning checklist and favorite go-to wines are sure to help make your hosting duties a breeze. PDF Download

In this week's episode, professional sommelier, Erin Rosar shares 5 wine-related things that she wishes people would stop doing. There are some helpful tips mixed in with a bunch of fun in this episode. Listen in to see if you can relate to any of Erin's five topics. Have you discovered your palate personality yet? Visit to take the quiz https://www.winegirlacademy.com/take-the-quiz

This week, professional sommelier, Erin Rosar shares her must-try white wines of summer along with her tips on serving them with grilled fresh fish and seafood as well as a few recipe ideas. If you love white wines and BBQ season this episode is for you. The full list of wines discussed during this episode is available here. Have you discovered your palate personality yet? Visit to take the quiz https://www.winegirlacademy.com/take-the-quiz

This week, professional sommelier Erin Rosar shares her 3 Must-Try Wine & Cheese Pairings for Summer! If you love wine, cheese, and summer, you'll love this episode! In addition to sharing 3 of her favorite pairings, Erin also shares her personal recipes to help you create simple and delicious pairings to share with your family and friends. You can download the recipes and pairings for easy reference here as a free download. Have you discovered your palate personality yet? Visit to take the quiz https://www.winegirlacademy.com/take-the-quiz

This summer, sommelier Erin shares her favorite red and white wines to pair with dishes made with fresh herbs. This episode provides pairings for five different herbs - rosemary, thyme, dill, oregano, and mint. This episode is for you if you love to cook with fresh herbs any time of the year. Have you discovered your palate personality yet? Visit to take the quiz https://www.winegirlacademy.com/take-the-quiz

Sommelier Erin shares her ideas, tips, and answers to common questions related to how to pick the perfect Father's Day gift. Erin has suggestions that you can use to make your holiday shopping easier, no matter if you're looking for a wine, beer, or spirits-themed gift. ❤️ Discover Your Palate Personality - Take the Quiz! ❤️ – winegirlacademy.com/take-the-quiz

Sommelier Erin gets asked all the time “what are your favorite wines?”. In episode #3, in this series, we learn why Pinot Gris is one of her favorites and why you'll always find it in her personal collection of wine. You'll also discover how versatile this grape variety is along with some of her favorite food pairings. This episode is the second of a six-part series of episodes where Erin shares her six 'must-have' wine styles with us. Have you discovered your palate personality yet? Visit to take the quiz https://www.winegirlacademy.com/take-the-quiz

Sommelier Erin shares eight of her favorite wines along with two beers that make up her must-know wine pairing recommendations for the four main styles of BBQ sauces - Kansas City, Carolina, Memphis, and Texas. In addition, Erin discusses why IPA beers might not be the best choice for some BBQ dishes. Whether you're a fan of BBQ or looking for a few new pairings for your next outdoor party, this episode is for you. Download the list of wines from this episode here. Have you discovered your palate personality yet? Visit to take the quiz https://www.winegirlacademy.com/take-the-quiz

Sommelier Erin gets asked all the time “what are your favorite wines?”. In episode #2, we learn why Zinfandel is one of her favorites and why you'll always find it in her personal collection of wine. You'll also discover how versatile this grape variety is along with some of her favorite food pairings. This episode is the second of a six-part series of episodes where Erin shares her six 'must-have' wine styles with us. Have you discovered your palate personality yet? Visit to take the quiz https://www.winegirlacademy.com/take-the-quiz

Sommelier Erin gets asked all the time “what are your favorite wines?”. In this episode, we learn why Moscato d'Asti is one of her favorites and why you'll always find it in her personal collection of wine. You'll also discover some of her favorite food pairings and a cocktail idea as well. This episode is the first of a six-part series of episodes where Erin shares her six 'must-have' wine styles with us. Have you discovered your palate personality yet? Visit to take the quiz https://www.winegirlacademy.com/take-the-quiz

Is your mom a food and wine lover? You're in luck as professional sommelier Erin Rosar shares some of her favorite wine pairing ideas that you can easily turn into a wine tasting experience for your mom or a special lady in your life for a mother's day gift. In this episode, Erin gives both savory and sweet pairing ideas. We just wanted to remind everyone that Mother's Day is on May 8th, so gift shopping is on. Have you discovered your palate personality yet? Visit to take the quiz https://www.winegirlacademy.com/take-the-quiz

Spring is in the air and with it comes the spring cleaning list. In this week's episode professional sommelier Erin Rosar shares why your wine rack or cellar should be included on your spring cleaning list. She also shares three helpful steps that she uses when doing her wine rack spring cleaning along with an easy way to keep track of the wines you have. If you haven't done a spring clean of your wine rack, you'll want to listen to this week's episode for some great tips. Have you discovered your palate personality yet? Visit to take the quiz https://www.winegirlacademy.com/take-the-quiz

Do love a glass of Prosecco but don't know that much about it, such as where in Italy it comes from, how it is made, and what all the words and terms on the label mean? If that sounds like you then this week's episode is for you as professional sommelier Erin Rosar takes you through the must-know Prosecco basics and shares some of her favorite food pairing tips too!

This episode is for you if your Easter celebrations include a brunch or dinner with family and friends and you're looking for creative wine pairing ideas to wow your group. In this episode, Erin shares some of her favorite pairings for traditional holiday dinners, such as ham, turkey, and rack of lamb, as well as her favorite brunch pairings. Listen in and learn some great wine pairing tips that will make your celebration a huge hit! Download your FREE Easter Brunch & Dinner Wine Pairing Guide Have you discovered your palate personality yet? Visit to take the quiz https://www.winegirlacademy.com/take-the-quiz

If you love red wine but find that you suffer from the experience of a nasty headache, being flushed, or hives after your favorite glass, then this episode is for you. In today's episode, Erin explains the three most common reasons wine enthusiasts experience these reactions, histamines, sulfites, and tannins, and outlines how to begin to identify which is causing the reaction and develop a plan on how to find red wines that you can enjoy without negative reactions. Have you discovered your palate personality yet? Visit to take the quiz https://www.winegirlacademy.com/take-the-quiz

If you are a wine fan, then you're definitely going to encounter a wine that has been tainted. In today's episode, Erin explains the 3 most common faults wine enthusiasts find in their glasses, corked, maderized, and oxidized. Erin unpacks each wine fault and elaborates on how to detect them while dining out or at home and what happens next when you do. You'll also learn tips for handling multi-bottle events, you will learn about table-side wine assessment at a restaurant. Have you discovered your palate personality yet? Take the quiz today

If you're a pizza lover who enjoys a glass of wine with a slice or two, you won't want to miss this episode where Sommelier Erin Rosar shares her top red and white wine pairings for cheese, Hawaiian, vegetarian, and meat pizza styles. Erin has picked out wine styles that may be new to you and come from all different areas of Italy including the island of Sicily. She also explains why Italian wines work so well with pizza styles and shares her Italian wine shopping tips with you. Have you discovered your palate personality yet? Take the quiz today

If you're like many wine enthusiasts who enjoy a glass of Guinness or Irish Whiskey for St. Patrick's Day and have questions about Guinness and Irish whiskey, you're not alone. In this episode, Sommelier Erin Rosar answers the most common questions she gets asked about Guinness, such as what is the widget in the can for and what are the differences between Irish and Scottish whiskies. She's also sharing some service and food pairing tips so you'll be ready to celebrate in style. Do you know your palate personality? Discover yours by Taking the free Palate Personality Quiz! Learn about your unique palate and which wine styles will taste amazing for you. – winegirlacademy.com/take-the-quiz

In this episode, Sommelier Erin Rosar discusses some of her favorite white wines from France that she knows you'll love too! You'll learn how to find wines made from Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay and the different flavor profiles that await you in the glass. Erin also shares why Alsace is her must-know wine region in France if you love white wines! Do you know your palate personality? Discover yours by Taking the free Palate Personality Quiz! Learn about your unique palate and which wine styles will taste amazing for you. – winegirlacademy.com/take-the-quiz

In this episode, Sommelier Erin Rosar discusses the red wines from the 5 main wine regions in France. In addition to learning about the grapes inside the bottles of Burgundy's wines, Bordeaux's, Loire Valley's, Northern Rhone's, and Southern Rhone's wines, you'll learn how to shop for the red wine styles and grape varieties you already enjoy from other countries in the French aisle at your favorite retailer. Grapes discussed include Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Malec, and more. Do you know your palate personality? Discover yours by Taking the free Palate Personality Quiz! Learn about your unique palate and which wine styles will taste amazing for you. – winegirlacademy.com/take-the-quiz

Professional Sommelier Erin Rosar answers your questions about why, when, and how to decant red and white wines. If you've ever had questions about decanting wines this episode is for you. Do you know your palate personality? Discover yours by Taking the free Palate Personality Quiz! Learn about your unique palate and which wine styles will taste amazing for you. – winegirlacademy.com/take-the-quiz

Professional Sommelier Erin Rosar walks you through the history and wine styles of some of her favorite wines from Argentina. Learn more about the reasons Malbec sings in the glass when grown and made in Argentina along with less-known grapes Bonarda and Torrontés, two grapes that deserve your attention. Visit www.winegirlacademy.com to discover your personal palate personality and visit our online store to browse our collection of wine courses for wine enthusiasts of all levels who want to learn in the comfort of their own home.

Welcome to this week's episode of The Wine Shop Talk. In today's episode, Erin's sharing her hints and tips about wine and chocolate pairings. Not only is she offering some great recommendations of wine styles to pick up, but also teaching you how they interact with white, milk, and dark chocolate. There's so many wonderful tips ahead, so let's dive in! Interested in learning more about Wine & Chocolate? Erin offers her Wine & Chocolate specialty mini-course on Wine Girl Academy. Find it here: winegirlacademy.com

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Level up your wine experience this winter! Erin's back with five tried and true recommendations of some amazing white grape varieties to pick up this winter. Sometimes we get stuck in a wine rut, and these wine styles are here to push you out of your comfort zone! In the northern hemisphere, the cold winter makes for a season of warm, rich, and delicious meals and these wine varieties make for the perfect pairings. Erin recommends some great options to have with favourites like mac & cheese, chicken pot pie, and grilled cheese. Take the free Palate Personality Quiz! Learn about your unique palate and which wine styles will taste amazing for you. – winegirlacademy.com/take-the-quiz #wine #whitewine #sommlier #winebasics

Can wine fit into your healthy lifestyle? In this week's episode, Erin breaks down a glass of wine's nutritional information. What makes up that calorie count you'll find online? What information do brands have to put out there? How can you find a healthier wine option? All of your questions are answered in this episode of The Wine Shop Talk! Erin walks you through some great wine recommendations with lower sugar content, and a variety of alcohol percentages. She also provides some shopping tips about what to look for on a wine label. Check out our Freebie Library where we offer a whole bunch of free downloads including Wine Shopping Tips, Wine Serving Temperature Guide, Wine Tasting Checklist, etc. – www.winegirlacademy.com/Freebies

Do you have some questions about organic wine styles? Or have you never really looked into them? This topic can be a little overwhelming when first researching, so Erin is here to give you the 101 breakdown! In this episode, Erin explains what Organic and Biodynamic wines are, and the differences between the two styles. She also dives into sulfites and sulfates, and even explains the histamine reactions that some wine lovers might experience. Learn what to look for on organic wine labels, and what the different wine terms you'll see actually mean! There's some really neat spirituality and processing with Biodynamic wine that you won't want to miss. Have a listen now to this fun and information episode now! Join Wine Girl Society for FREE all month long! – https://www.winegirlacademy.com/offers/jN7jWNWm/checkout Biodynamic Wine Book - https://amzn.to/3HFI5rI

If you're kicking off 2022 with Dry January, this episode is right up your alley! Erin is sharing her tips for embracing this month with excitement, and how you can use this time to prepare for an amazing year of expanding your palate! Erin has so many great ideas about how you can use Dry January as an opportunity to reset your palate, break out of a flavor rut, take inventory of your wine stock, research future menus and pairings, and more. Listen in and set a New Year's resolution or intention about how you'd like to grow your wine knowledge in 2022. What region will your palate explore next? What would you like to learn about this year? Episodes of The Wine Shop Talk are now on Youtube in a video format! Subscribe to our channel here! – www.youtube.com/channel/UCTUyKJvBQMsPslOSJod4Nbw

Happy New Year! This week Erin is discussing all things bubbles! Sparkling wine is a wonderful way to ring in the New Year and Erin is here to help you select the perfect bottle. In this episode, discover the different sparkling wine styles, how they are produced, where they are from, what flavor descriptors to look for, and some delicious food pairing recommendations. Let's dive in! Want some mimosa recipes with a twist?! Check out our Holiday Guide for some delicious recipes and our Mimosa Bar Checklist, along with our Sparkling Wine Cheat Sheet. Find it here – winegirlacademy.com/Freebies

Navigating conversations with passionate wine enthusiasts can be challenging, especially around the holidays. In this fun episode, Erin shares her 5 tips for dealing with those wine snobs! From how to get out of a conversation, to how to keep them busy at a party – she's got you covered. We are wishing you a wonderful holiday season! Check back here next week for our special Sparkling Wine Tips episode. It will definitely get you ready for any New Year's Eve celebrations! Have you downloaded our FREE 2021 Holiday Guide yet? It's filled with gift ideas, recipes, pairings, and so much more. Check it out here – winegirlacademy.com/Freebies

The holidays are quickly approaching and with that, comes fun events with family and friends! Erin often gets asked questions about the best practices surrounding giving the gift of wine. In today's episode, Erin shares all of her wine etiquette wisdom! She answers questions like, “If I bring a bottle of wine for the host, should they open it right away?”, “If I bring my own preferred bottle to an event to enjoy, is that rude?”, and more! Also, learn how to select the perfect bottle of wine to give as a gift to someone! Erin tells us which palette clues to consider and shares which wine styles are a safe choice. Looking for more holiday wine content? We've put together out first annual WGA Holiday Wine Guide! It's filled with gift ideas, recipes, pairings, and so much more. Check it out here – winegirlacademy.com/Freebies

Welcome to this week's episode of The Wine Shop Talk. In today's episode, Erin shares her hints and tips about how to select wines to serve at parties or while entertaining. Not only is she offering some classic wine styles, but also why she would select them depending on the food styles being served. There's so many wonderful tips ahead, so let's dive in! This podcast is being released at the beginning of December of 2021, so Christmas themes and celebrations are starting to be on people's minds, but know that you can use these tips for any time of year for any celebration that you're hosting. Erin shares the three wine styles that she recommends to have on hand anytime you're throwing an event! Have a listen! Have you downloaded our 2021 Holiday Guide? This jam-packed wine guide includes gift ideas, recipes, pairings, recommendations, and so much more. Find it here: winegirlacademy.com/Freebies.

In today's episode, Erin is talking about all things Port. Listen along and go on a journey to discover what makes Port such a wonderful wine style. This type of wine can be overwhelming to select at the wine shop, but with Erin's guidance by the end of the episode you'll know exactly where to start. Port can be an amazing gift or celebratory wine style! If you're selecting a bottle for someone else Erin will help you understand which labels and descriptors to look for. She also explains the history, fermentation process, different types, regions, and vintage process. Did you know there's rosé port? Listen in to learn all about it. Have you taken our Palate Personality Quiz? Take the free quiz to receive recommended wine styles suited for your palate. Find it here – winegirlacademny.com/take-the-quiz

Episode 12 – Under the Radar Red Grape Varieties to Try This week's episode covers five amazing, but lesser known red grape varieties that you need to try! Listen along as Erin shares her favorite red wine styles that you may not have heard of yet, but have really great value. She also shares food pairing ideas and explains why these are the grapes that will expand your palate! What's your go-to wine style to pair with pizza? What about greek cuisine? By the end of the episode you'll learn about a couple new grape varieties to try! Take our free quiz! Looking for a new bottle of wine to try? The Palate Personality Quiz is a great way to learn about your palate and find new wine styles you'll love. Find it here - winegirlacademy.com/take-the-quiz

Episode 11 - 5 Tips for Navigating Black Friday Wine SalesThis week's episode is a juicy one!

Episode 10 - How Long Does Wine Keep Once It's OpenedToday's episode covers one of the most commonly asked questions regarding wine - How long does an opened bottle of wine last? We've all ended up with a half-empty bottle of wine at some point and wondered, “Is this worth keeping?” or even, “Is this safe to drink?” Erin will answer all your questions about this topic while diving into the specifics behind the science of oxidation, how different types of closures work, and which wine styles hold their flavor profile the longest. You can both see and taste when time alters a wine's structure and in this episode, you'll learn exactly how to do that. Erin also has some great tips to share about cooking with leftover wine and how to use extra wine in punch, sangria, or mulled wine. This is definitely an episode you don't want to miss! Grow your wine knowledge and confidence through our online education library. We have some amazing courses including Wine Basics, Bubbles, Wine & Chocolate, etc.Take our free quiz! Looking for a new bottle of wine to try? The Palate Personality Quiz is a great way to learn about your palate and find new wine styles you'll love. Find it here - winegirlacademy.com/take-the-quiz