July 19, 2016
The roots of the Kruger-Rumpf estate date back to the 1790’s. Like most vine-growers at the time, the family sold the majority of their grape production to larger houses or cooperatives. This practice continued through the ninetieth and early... UNFILTERED
The Cool, Coastal Wine World of Chile
July 12, 2016
Coming off of Chile’s 7-0 drubbing of Mexico and subsequent historic victory over Argentina to win the Copa America, it is high time for our second installment of “State of the South,” a series which delves into the wonderful wines... Home Bar Essentials
July 1, 2016
While we all agree that it’s crucial to have at least a small selection of wines at home for hosting (or for the end of a long afternoon), nothing makes for a more sophisticated welcome than a well-stocked and well-executed... Weingut Hirsch: Great Kamptal Terroir
June 28, 2016
Johannes Hirsch is one of the most dynamic producers in Austria. Over the last 15 years Hirsch has pioneered the use of screw-caps starting in 2003 even for his top, single vineyard wines, converted his winery to biodynamics (Respekt certified), and... Greenhook Ginsmiths: America’s Only Dedicated Gin Distillery
June 23, 2016
There are 623 distilleries in the United States today. That’s 553 more than there were just ten years ago. The craft spirits boom cannot be denied and is certainly here to stay. Every day new distilleries are opening and existing... Gini: Family & Tradition in Soave
June 20, 2016
The Gini family has roots in the Soave Classico region dating from the sixteenth century, and owns 25 hectares of vineyards situated on the very best hillside position of the appellation. Extremely low yields, low-interference viticulture, and devoted attention to... Rad Dad Wines: Father’s Day Selections from the USA
June 16, 2016
Father’s Day is this Sunday, so we thought it would be great fun to celebrate some of our excellent domestic wines that are perfect fits for Father’s Day – wines that are made by fathers whose children are also involved... Von Winning: Grand Cru Riesling from the Pfalz
June 10, 2016
Located in the village Deidesheim, the von Winning estate looks back on 160 years of winemaking history, however the style of the wines currently being made are unique and unlike anything else in the region. Formerly called the Dr. Deinhard... Introducing Georg Breuer: Classic Rheingau Rieslings
June 3, 2016
We are pleased to announce a new partnership between Skurnik Wines and Weingut Georg Breuer, one of the finest estates in the Rheingau, Germany, located in the village of Rüdesheim am Rhein. This winery is steeped in tradition, known for exceptional... Paolo Scavino: Barolo is the Family Business
June 1, 2016
Part I: Paolo Scavino: Tradition in the Heart of Castiglione Falletto Part II: Paolo Scavino: A Passion for Terroir The most remarkable thing about Enrico Scavino is that even today, this man ever longs to make better Barolo. Decades at the helm...