UNFILTERED Archives: Germany

Bottles with Chemistry: Valentine’s Day Picks for 2026

Bottles with Chemistry: Valentine’s Day Picks for 2026
Valentine’s Day is about sharing something with the people you care about. Your customers are looking for an excuse to open something special, splurge a little, or they’re looking for something new to fall in love with. If you’re seeking...

Episode 5: Christopher Loewen

Episode 5: Christopher Loewen
Today’s guest is Christopher Loewen, the 33-year-old at the helm of Weingut Carl Loewen, one of the Mosel’s smallest and most impressive estates.  Christopher, along with his father Karl-Josef and one other employee, farms some of the oldest ungrafted Riesling vines in the world from...

What to Stock (and Pour) This Holiday Season

What to Stock (and Pour) This Holiday Season
From sparkling aperitifs to fireside reds and festive spirits, this year’s lineup brings together the bottles we’ll be pouring, gifting, and recommending all season long. Consider this your reference for what to feature—and what to enjoy—as we close the year...

June Tour 2025: The Best of Germany and Austria

June Tour 2025: The Best of Germany and Austria
Eight of the best producers from Germany and Austria joined us at Skurnik HQ on the hottest day of the year to serve up some ice-cold Riesling, Grüner, and more. Last month, we kicked off our annual June Tour in...

Summer Essentials: Bright Bottles & Refreshing Finds

Summer Essentials: Bright Bottles & Refreshing Finds
The ultimate lineup of wines, spirits, and cocktails to kick off summer in style. Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer. It kicks off the season for gathering, grilling, and enjoying a drink in good company. We have selected...

Unwrap the Perfect Pours

Unwrap the Perfect Pours
Make your holiday offerings shine with our curated wine & spirits gift guide. Whether you’re looking for bubbles to pop, large formats to impress, stocking stuffers to delight, or dessert wines to savor—find the perfect bottles for your restaurant or...