by Hannah Carty | Nov 3, 2026 | Dr. Loosen, Fritz Haag, Maximin Grunhaus, Robert Weil, Wittmann, Zilliken, Featured
An early harvest, concentrated fruit, and captivating freshness: Germany’s 2026 vintage is taking shape after a warm, dry growing season. Healthy grapes and retained acidity are among the welcome findings in many of Germany’s wine regions. The heat...
by Hannah Carty | Sep 4, 2026 | Jim Barry, Dr. Loosen, Fritz Haag, Maximin Grunhaus, Robert Weil, Wittmann, Zilliken, Featured
As holiday planning begins, we’re opening the cellar to highlight a special selection of wines currently available from our Oregon warehouse – from celebrated vineyard-designated Rieslings and beautifully evolved vintages to versatile bottles made for the...
by Hannah Carty | Mar 3, 2026 | Robert Weil, Wittmann, Jim Barry, Zilliken, Featured, Maximin Grunhaus, Dr. Loosen, Fritz Haag
In the wine trade, leadership isn’t defined by volume of messaging or the speed at which trends are adopted. It’s revealed over time through consistency of choice, care for the place, and the confidence a producer brings to the table year after year. These...
by Hannah Carty | Dec 29, 2025 | Robert Weil, Dr. Lo Alcohol-Removed Rieslings, Featured
January often splits the wine conversation in two. Some guests are taking a break from alcohol entirely, while others are choosing fewer glasses (and better ones). For the trade, the opportunity isn’t choosing between those paths, but understanding how to serve...
by Hannah Carty | Nov 19, 2025 | Fritz Haag, Villa Wolf, Dr. Loosen, Maximin Grunhaus, Robert Weil, Wittmann, Featured
December is one of the busiest months of the year for the trade, and it shows the moment you walk into any retail shop or restaurant. Shelves are stacked with big reds and sparkling. Floor displays lean heavily on Cab, Shiraz, and holiday bubbles. Holiday cocktail...
by Hannah Carty | Sep 29, 2025 | Dr. Loosen, Fritz Haag, Maximin Grunhaus, Robert Weil, Wittmann, Zilliken, Dr. Lo Alcohol-Removed Rieslings, Featured, Villa Wolf
Our portfolio unites Germany’s most iconic estates – benchmark producers that define terroir-driven Riesling. This month, we spotlight unique, underrated wines you should be pouring now. Each carries a sales story, critical acclaim, and placement potential....
