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.

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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.

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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.

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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

Discover your Palate Personality! 🧡  It's time to listen to this week's episode of The Wine Shop Talk.

Erin's Palate Personality system is a powerful tool that help's you get to know your palate and find wine styles that you'll love!

Start by answering 8 easy questions about the foods and flavors you already enjoy and then you'll be identified as 1 of 3 palate personalities.

After taking The Palate Personality quiz, you’ll receive your palate personality guide which is filled with wine styles, flavor descriptors, wine regions, and grape varieties – All unique to your palate's preferences!

Discovering your palate personality is a core piece of growing your wine knowledge and stepping outside of your comfort zone!

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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

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