March 9, 2026 (Rolling Hills, CA) — Kosmic Kitty Wines, a family-owned California wine brand produced by South Bay Wine Group, continues to gain recognition from leading wine critics as its newly released 2024 Kosmic Kitty Chardonnay was recently featured in James Suckling’s Weekly Tasting Report, part of a curated tasting that included more than 400 wines reviewed by the publication’s editorial team.
The wine received 89 points (“Very Good”), with the review noting:
“Medium-bodied, silky and luxurious in texture, this is well saturated with ripe-pear, toast, butter and vanilla-bean flavors. Generous, open and soft. Drink now.”
The recognition adds to the growing list of accolades for the Kosmic Kitty lineup, which recently earned Gold Medals and 91-point scores for both the 2024 Kosmic Kitty Chardonnay and 2024 Kosmic Kitty Sauvignon Blanc at the 2026 Los Angeles Invitational Wine & Spirits Challenge.
Kosmic Kitty wines have also received multiple 90+ point scores from leading wine publications including Wine Enthusiast and The Tasting Panel, reinforcing the brand’s reputation for delivering exceptional quality and value.
Founder Greg Popovich said the recognition reflects the brand’s mission of delivering wines that resonate with today’s consumers.
“Kosmic Kitty was created to bring a fresh, energetic approach to wine while still delivering serious quality in the glass,” said Popovich. “It’s exciting to see the wines recognized by respected critics while also connecting with a younger generation of wine drinkers.”
Adriana Popovich, Director of Social Media, said the brand’s growing recognition reflects how consumers are responding to Kosmic Kitty’s style and personality.
“As a family-owned brand, it’s especially rewarding to see both critics and consumers responding so positively to Kosmic Kitty,” she said. “We designed the brand to feel fun, approachable, and welcoming to people who may be discovering wine for the first time.”
Kosmic Kitty wines are sourced from select California vineyards and crafted in a vibrant, approachable style designed to introduce a new generation of consumers to wine while still appealing to longtime wine enthusiasts.
Kosmic Kitty Wines have quickly gained national attention following strong early retail performance, with tens of thousands of cases sold during the brand’s first months in the market and distribution continuing to expand across the United States. With new accolades arriving from leading competitions and publications, Kosmic Kitty is emerging as one of the most exciting new brands in the American wine market.
About Kosmic Kitty Wines
Kosmic Kitty Wines is a family-owned California wine brand produced by South Bay Wine Group and founded by Greg Popovich. The brand focuses on vibrant, approachable wines designed to introduce a new generation of consumers to wine while maintaining exceptional quality and value.
