July 24, 2025
While it’s always a good play to trust quality producers to deliver stellar entry-level wines, one of the most exciting developments in the Albariño category has been tasting the proliferation of top bottlings of truly world-class quality. There’s no silver... UNFILTERED Archives: Staff Picks
Part 1: The Essentials – Benchmark Albariños to Stock This Season
Whether you’re north of the river Miño and call it Albariño, or south of the Minho and call it Alvarinho, there’s no question: this noble grape is having its moment in the sun. Originally a hyperlocal specialty of just a...
Our picks from the Finger Lakes
July 23, 2025
9 min read Earlier this month, a team of Skurnik sales reps tasted their way through the Finger Lakes. The standouts include mind-blowing wines from Standing Stone, Hermann J. Wiemer, Ravines, and Apollo’s Praise, plus some underrated spirits from FLX... Spring Into Refreshment: The Best Ready-To-Drink & Compact Formats for the Season
April 3, 2025
Spring is in the air, and with it comes the craving for fresh, vibrant, and easy-to-enjoy beverages. Whether you’re stocking up for bustling patios, picnics in the park, or retail shelves that demand grab-and-go convenience, Skurnik Wines & Spirits has... Six Summer Rosés to Beat the Heat
March 28, 2025
Our rosé offering is extensive, so we’ve chosen six essential rosés to start you on your way in 2025. Some offer a little bit of summer fun and a few are more serious wines that will be singing long... A World of Love: Valentine’s Day Picks from Around the Globe
January 23, 2025
This Valentine’s Day, celebrate with an exceptional selection of wines and liqueurs from around the world. Featuring top producers from Austria to Argentina, this guide includes exceptional reds, whites, rosés, sparkling wines, and liqueurs to suit any occasion. ... Spirited Resolutions: What We’re Drinking in 2025
January 9, 2025
Every year brings its own unique challenges, trends, and, in hindsight, perspective. 2024 was no exception, driven by the highs and lows of geopolitics and macroeconomics, which led into the microeconomics of individual drinking decisions. Curiosity continued to guide... Unwrap the Perfect Pour: A Curated Guide for Festive Offerings
November 26, 2024
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... 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...
Get into the Holiday Spirit: Our Favorite Festive Bottles to Gift this Winter
October 30, 2024
We’ve handpicked exceptional offerings from renowned producers Fiddler Whiskey and Augusta Distillery for the holiday season. Whether you’re in search of a smooth, rich whiskey to warm your celebrations or a distinctive craft spirit that embodies the essence of the...