On this episode of The Wine Shop Talk, professional sommelier Erin Rosar guides you through the art of hosting your very own wine and chocolate tasting. Whether you're a seasoned wine connoisseur or just discovering the world of wine, Erin's expert advice will help you plan a successful event. From selecting the perfect wine and chocolate pairing to creating a fun and educational environment, she'll cover it all. So grab a glass and some of your favorite chocolates, and let's get started.

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Those who enjoy wines, especially white wines, are going to enjoy this episode about chardonnay's versatility and complexity. Whether you belong to Team Chardonnay or the ABC (Anything But Chardonnay) Club, this episode will make you want to enjoy a bottle of chardonnay. 
Throughout this episode, sommelier Erin discusses cool facts, vineyard and winemaking practices that help the grape shine in the glass, classic styles to try, and some bottles she recommends for your “homework”. White wine lovers, this episode is for you.

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Get ready to unleash the flavors and learn how to create the perfect wine and salad pairings. Professional sommelier Erin shares her favorite salad dressing pairings for oil and vinegar, balsamic vinegar, caesar, ranch, honey mustard, poppy seed, and blue cheese in today's episode. Additionally, she discusses how green vegetables have special considerations when pairing with wine, and you'll also discover how easy it is to create your own flavored vinegars. Let this episode change the way you view salads.

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Natural, organic, or biodynamic wines? You're not alone if you're confused about their differences. In this episode, professional sommelier Erin breaks down each of these terms and shares shopping tips to help you find the wine styles you're looking for. In this episode, you will gain a better understanding of each term so that you can confidently shop for the perfect bottle of wine for you. In addition, Erin answers some of the most common questions she gets about these wine styles.

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Are you wondering what wine trends to watch in this new year? Sommelier Erin shares 8 wine trends to keep an eye on this year as a wine enthusiast in this first episode of 2023. Wine packaging, wine styles, and wine regions are some of the trends discussed in this episode. Then you'll love this episode if you're passionate about wine and excited to learn about the new trends coming up this year.

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Need some gift-giving inspiration for a wine, whiskey, or beer lover on your shopping list? This week's episode features some of sommelier Erin's favorite holiday gift ideas. These gift ideas are sure to please the lucky person on your list or make a perfect present for yourself as well.

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Sommelier Erin shares her 12 Wines of Christmas in this week's episode. When you have these wines in your home, you'll be ready to create pairings for almost any event, especially during the holidays. Erin also shares wine pairing tips for each type of wine on the list. You won't want to miss this episode if you enjoy entertaining and pairing food and wine.

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If you've wandered down the liqueur aisle searching for your traditional holiday liqueurs and wondered what the flavors were in some of the many bottles, you're not alone. The liqueur aisle is full of exciting flavors that are waiting to be discovered, and in this episode, professional sommelier Erin, aka your very own practical sommelier, answers some of the most common questions she gets asked about liqueurs and shares some of her holiday favorites. Spice up your holiday cocktails this season with this episode.

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During this week's episode, professional sommelier Erin shares her favorite stocking stuffer ideas for wine lovers on your list. Gift ideas like these are great for hostess gifts, fun gift exchanges, and of course, treating yourself. You won't want to miss this episode if you have wine lovers on your list. 

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In today's episode, Sommelier Erin shares the magic and mystery surrounding Pinot Noir. In addition to having fans around the globe, this grape is also considered to be one of the most complex and unique in its expression in the glass. Learn how to set up a comparative Pinot Noir tasting, fun facts about the grape, and food pairing ideas to help you discover a new favorite. 

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