Allison Sheardy

Allison Sheardy came to wine as a second career in 2016 and has truly found her calling. She has created a niche for herself working in unique wine regions around the United States (Texas Hill Country, historic Livermore, CA, & Minnesota), where she specializes in hospitality for boutique, family-owned wineries. Allison is equally passionate about wine education. As such, she has earned her WSET Diploma in Wines and completed the French Wine Scholar program. Allison is currently pursuing her Master of Wine and teaches WSET levels 1-3.

Wine Tours
Allison SheardyJuly 24, 2024
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The 7 Best Napa Valley Wine Tours (Reviews For 2024)
Napa Valley is not only one of the most beautiful places in North America, but it’s also one of the best…
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Wine Tours
Allison SheardyJuly 14, 2024
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The 7 Best Champagne Tours From Paris & Reims (Reviews For 2024)
One of the things France is undoubtedly known for is its wine – particularly its Champagne. If you’re in Paris…
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Wine Tours
Allison SheardyJuly 13, 2024
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The 7 Best Douro Valley Wine Tours (Reviews For 2024)
Beautiful, sun-soaked hills flank the lazy Douro River, in northern Portugal, making for one of the most romantic, breathtaking scenes around. Aside…
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Wine Product Reviews
Allison SheardyJuly 4, 2024
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The 10 Best Large Wine Refrigerators [2024 Reviews]
Looking for a way to store a significant number of wine bottles, and want to ensure you’re getting the right…
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Allison SheardyJuly 4, 2024
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Best Gifts For Wine Lovers
Looking for the perfect gift for the wine lover in your life? Giving wine itself can be tricky, with so…
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Allison SheardyJuly 4, 2024
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The 10 Best Countertop Wine Coolers [2024 Reviews]
A countertop wine cooler is the perfect accessory for the frequent wine drinker. These handy appliances keep your bottles of…
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Allison SheardyJuly 4, 2024
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How to Remove Sulfites From Wine
Sulfite, also known as sulfur dioxide (SO2), is a natural preservative. In food and beverage products, including wine, SO2 acts…
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Allison SheardyJuly 4, 2024
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Best Snacks To Eat With Every Major Style of Wine
Who doesn’t love pouring a glass of wine and enjoying it with a delicious snack? Food and wine pairing can…
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Allison SheardyJuly 4, 2024
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What Does Champagne Taste Like? Styles, Flavors, & Sweetness
According to Dom Perignon, Champagne tastes like “the stars.” The story goes that upon first tasting Champagne, Dom Perignon said,…
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Allison SheardyJuly 4, 2024
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Is Pinot Grigio Sweet or Dry? Everything You Need to Know
As with all things wine, there is no simple answer. As one of the most popular wines produced and consumed…
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