November 10, 2025
Zinfandel is the heartbeat of California wine. Planted in the mid-1800s by Italian and Croatian immigrants—and carried west by Gold Rush settlers—it has endured heat, drought, phylloxera, and Prohibition, yet continues to thrive in the state’s sun-drenched soils. From the... UNFILTERED Archives: USA
Spirited Thanksgiving: Hand-Picked Bottles for Every Moment at the Table
October 28, 2025
Thanksgiving is about more than turkey—it’s about the drinks that carry the conversation from appetizers to dessert. From rich barrel-aged gin to festive large-format whisky, our carefully chosen spirits bring warmth, cheer, and a little extra sparkle to every course.... From Sparkling to Spätlese: What We’re Pouring This Thanksgiving
October 27, 2025
Thanksgiving calls for wines as diverse and dynamic as the dishes on the table. Whether you’re starting with oysters and Champagne, carving into turkey with Pinot Noir in hand, or saving something sweet for the pie course, the right bottle... Top Picks to Raise Your Holiday Spirits
October 14, 2025
The holidays are the season for sharing great spirits—and there’s no better time to refresh your whiskey and Cognac lineup. As guests gather around tables and bars from Thanksgiving through the New Year, barrel-aged spirits take center stage: neat pours... Making Wine with Pride, Care, and Fairness | Pete Stolpman
October 10, 2025
“I can’t imagine running a vineyard any other way. Everything we make has a soul. Everything has a why.” Today’s guest is Pete Stolpman, the second-generation force behind Stolpman Vineyards in Ballard Canyon, Santa Barbara County—where stewardship of land... Hallowein: An Enchanting Lineup of Orange Wines
October 2, 2025
Orange wines are far more than a seasonal trend — they can make compelling pairings with a wide range of cuisines and are a popular go-to for many wine drinkers. These amber-hued wines combine the structure of a red, the... New To Skurnik in California: September 2025
August 22, 2025
SKURNIK WELCOMES THREE NEW PRODUCERS TO OUR CALIFORNIA PORTFOLIO We are proud to announce that Skurnik Wines & Spirits is expanding our California portfolio with three remarkable additions: O’Shaughnessy Estate Winery, Castle & Key Distillery, and Grounded Wine Co. Each represents a unique vision, rooted... 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... Stars, Stripes & Sips: All-American Wines Under the California Sun
June 27, 2025
From sea to shining sea, American winemakers are crafting bottles that capture the spirit of summer—and there’s no better time to raise a glass than the Fourth of July. Whether you’re grilling out, picnicking in the park, or simply... Stars, Sips & Summer Vibes: American Wines for a Midwest Fourth
This Independence Day, we’re raising a glass to American-made wines that bring brightness, balance, and a little bit of backyard flair to the party. For our friends in the Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana markets, we’ve curated a special lineup...