The Wine Shop Talk

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.

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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!

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Episode 11 - 5 Tips for Navigating Black Friday Wine Sales

This week’s episode is a juicy one! 🍇 With many years of experience working in the wine industry, Erin has seen it all when it comes to Black Friday deals! In this episode, she shares five amazing tips to consider before heading to the wine shop or browsing online on Black Friday.

Erin will guide you through how to make a shopping plan, find new wines you’ll love, the key items to pick up for the Holidays, how to set your budget, and more! These tips are great for any big sales throughout the year.

Prepare for some Black Friday wine shopping by listening to this quick and helpful episode of The Wine Shop Talk! Get ready to stock up on some amazing wine varieties!

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Episode 10 - How Long Does Wine Keep Once It’s Opened

Today’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! 

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In today's episode, we are demystifying the Beaujolais Nouveau wine style. What’s all the fuss about? Erin dives in and breaks down exactly why this French wine style creates so much hype every year around the world. 

Learn the Beaujolais Nouveau style’s history, traditions, flavor descriptors, and even some pairing suggestions.

By the end of the episode, you’ll fully understand what this delicious wine has to offer and feel ready for it’s annual release later this month.

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Are you ready for Halloween? In today’s podcast episode, Erin takes you on a walk down the liqueur aisle and shares knowledge about some of the fun colors and flavors you’ll find there.

This is the time of year to make a few fun colourful cocktails, but what ingredients should you be looking for? Allow Erin to explain everything you need to know in order to make a delicious halloween cocktail this weekend!

Check out the FREE Halloween Candy Wine Pairing Mini-Course and Downloadable Guide. Discover which wine styles to pair with halloween candy varieties you already know and love! Inside the guide you can also find three tried and true spooky cocktail recipes, shopping lists, and hosting tips.

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Even though we are enjoying wine in the present, it’s important to remember that wine has a rich history! In this episode, let’s make sense of old and new world wine styles!
Listen and learn as Erin shares the definition of an old-world wine vs. new-world wine, how winemakers classify a wine style, and which countries to look into.

Do you like New Zealand Cabernet Sauvignon Blanc? Discover which old-world wine to look for in the wine shop. 

Look forward to leaving this episode with some tips about regional wine pairings and more suggestions of similar old vs new wine styles.

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Episode 6 - Understanding Wine Scores & Awards

In today's episode, we’re talking about wine scores - what they mean, how they work, where they came from, and how you can use them to find amazing bottles of wine. How do you decide which bottle of wine to buy? Are you somebody who looks at a wine score to help you make a decision? Erin shares research about consumer choice and brand loyalty that can help you narrow things down when shopping.

Learn about Robert Parker and the role he plays in the wine score system and the wine industry itself. Wines are an artisan product. They are always going to have some personal interpretation, just like any art style, but we hope this episode gives you some new information. Along with shedding, some light on how you can use wine score the next time you’re shopping. Take our Palate Personality Quiz to discover which wine style best suits your palate. Find it here - winegirlacademy.com/take-the-quiz

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Episode 5 - Thanksgiving Wine Pairing Tips

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What’s on the menu for Thanksgiving Dinner? In this special holiday episode, Erin offers wine pairings to go along with common Thanksgiving dishes. Learn which wine styles will taste delicious with roast turkey, baked ham, prime rib, vegetarian dishes, and desserts! 

We want our Thanksgiving dinner to taste amazing! So, Erin’s also included certain “Danger Items” to look out for that can affect your palate – think cranberry sauce, mustard, etc.

With Erin’s signature teaching style you’ll not only get some ideas of wines to pair, but you’ll also understand how these wines will create balance and amplify the flavors of your meal. 

Enjoy a few hosting tips like how to chill multiple bottles of wine, when to serve wine styles with bubbles, and how to pick a crowd-winning dessert wine. 

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What should I wear to a wine tasting? What happens at a wine tasting? These are common questions people ask when a wine tasting event lands on the calendar. In this week’s episode, Erin (sommelier and wine educator) explains proper wine tasting etiquette. Dive into dress code, common terms you’ll hear, the wine tasting process, and even some tips on how to record your palate’s findings. 

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