May 21, 2026 (Rolling Hills, CA) — Kosmic Kitty Wines proudly announced today that its 2022 Kosmic Kitty Cabernet Sauvignon was awarded a Gold Medal and 90 Points at the prestigious 2026 California State Fair Wine Competition.
Retailing for just $12, the award-winning California Cabernet Sauvignon competed against wines from across the state and was recognized in the highly competitive California appellation Cabernet Sauvignon category.
Founded in 1854, the California State Fair Wine Competition is considered one of the most respected and historic wine competitions in America, recognizing excellence in California winemaking.
“We created Kosmic Kitty to bring a fresh, fun, approachable energy back to wine — without sacrificing quality,” said Greg Popovich, Founder and President of South Bay Wine Group. “Winning a Gold Medal and 90 points at the California State Fair at a $12 retail price point is exactly what this brand is all about.”
Produced in Santa Rosa, California by South Bay Wine Group, the team behind several award-winning wine brands, Kosmic Kitty continues to gain recognition for delivering high-quality wines at an approachable price point.
“Kosmic Kitty was built to be different,” said Adriana Popovich, Director of Social Media for South Bay Wine Group. “The packaging is bold and fun, but inside every bottle is a seriously well-made wine. Consumers are responding because the wines are authentic, affordable, and overdeliver for the price.”
Kosmic Kitty is no stranger to Gold Medals and 90+ point recognition. Previous accolades for the brand include:
- Gold Medal and 91 Points — 2026 Los Angeles Invitational Wine & Spirits Challenge — Kosmic Kitty Chardonnay
- Gold Medal and 91 Points — 2026 Los Angeles Invitational Wine & Spirits Challenge — Kosmic Kitty Sauvignon Blanc
- Gold Medal and 91 Points — 2026 San Francisco International Wine Competition — Kosmic Kitty Sauvignon Blanc
- Multiple 90+ point ratings from The Tasting Panel
- Multiple “Best Buy” recognitions from Wine Enthusiast
Launched in 2025, Kosmic Kitty Wines was created to appeal to a new generation of wine drinkers seeking authentic, high-quality wines without the intimidation or high prices often associated with traditional wine brands.
South Bay Wine Group is also the parent company of Castle Rock Winery, one of America’s leading family-owned value wine brands.
