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:

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: 

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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

Shiraz

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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. 

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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. 

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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:

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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.

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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. 

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. 

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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.

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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. 

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