Think of this as our monthly answer to, ’so what have you been into lately?’ — fresh updates from Portfolio Managers with unfiltered intel on why we’re drinking what we are. There was a time during pandemic where half-bottles were a practical alternative to a full bottle, for those of us that were flying solo
Thank you to all who could join us for the live discussion! Below you will find our May 19th Zoom seminar in its entirety, where Julia addressed issues of diversity, equity, and inclusivity in our industry by defining what these terms actually mean and providing specific examples of mis-steps that point to bias. She answers
Above: Jacqueline & Dan Person of CARBONISTE. Reimagine California sparkling wines with the lineup of individual, regional expressions from CARBONISTE. Husband and wife duo Dan and Jacqueline Person are producing some of the most innovative expressions of California sparkling wines out there. This smaller, younger (read: get in early with this brand!) Napa-based operation hit
“2019 has really concentrated all the best qualities of our unique Kimmeridgian terroir into something very special. The vintage delivered great acidity, a density of fruit, and a perfect level of ripeness into an elegant and balanced package.” – Charlène Pinson Having a family that has farmed in the heart of Chablis since 1640, and now
Moms, Grandmothers, Stepmothers, Aunts, Cousins, Siblings, Guardians, and Caregivers, we salute you! We appreciate the love and support that you share with us, and all of the hats that you wear in our homes, and in our communities. Today, we pay homage to some of our producers that in addition to being recognized all over
Team Spirits lays out the building blocks for executing everyone’s favorite agave sour. Though most can agree that a Margarita is delicious, passionate opinions arise when discussing how best to make one. Ostensibly a straightforward cocktail composed of tequila, citrus, and sugar (in the form of syrup or liqueur), variations in proportion and type of
With the 93rd Edition of the Academy Awards airing this Sunday, Team Spirits takes a look at a few famous snubs from years past while awarding them our own brand of accolade— the perfect cocktail pairing. This coming Sunday, the red carpet will once again unfurl for the 93rd Academy Awards. Cinephiles around the globe
It promises to be a month of sleepless nights again for our friends in the vineyards of France. Prior to 2016, severe frost occurred maybe one or two times in a decade, but over the last ten years or so the threat of frost has proven consistent— and this April 2021 is no different. The
Purchasing a single batch or barrel enables an establishment to offer something truly unique to its clientele. Many of Skurnik’s producer-partners offer exclusive opportunities to purchase single barrels or limited bottlings. Support the brands and distilleries you know and love or discover new producers and exceptional distillates that have been waiting for you! Various single
Think of this as our monthly answer to, ’so what have you been into lately?’ — fresh updates from Portfolio Managers with unfiltered intel on why we’re drinking what we are. It’s SPRING. This year it feels like we’ve been anticipating the changing seasons more than ever before, and the feeling of positivity we would