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November 2025 - On-Demand & New Releases Reviews

November 2025 - On-Demand & New Releases Reviews
This month's Wine feature is On-Demand: Sparkling focus Wines

On-Demand & New Releases Reviews Reviews

Hall Ranch 2022 Red Blend Paso Robles
93 points
$20
Best Buy
Crunchy juicy fruit is exceptionally balanced with bright, balancing acidity, blood orange meets black raspberry.
93 points $20 Best Buy
Pertaringa 2023 Two Gentlemens GSM Red Blend Mclaren Vale
93 points
$20
Best Buy
A super distinctive and herbaceous GSM with classic Australian terroir and swagger; this will be a blast to pair with spicy Southeast Asian and Indian dishes.
93 points $20 Best Buy
Bec Hardy 2024 Garden Series Shiraz
93 points
$30
A panoply of fruit, herbal, mint, and floral notes makes this wine a veritable walk through a garden of sensory delights.
Legón 2021 Reserva Ribera Del Duero
93 points
$32
A seamless, finely balanced Ribera del Duero with classic, flavor, structure, and style.
Pertaringa 2022 Belonging To The Hills Reserve Shiraz
93 points
$39
A rich, chewy, mouthwatering Australian Shiraz with ample fruit, delicate spicy, and a long warming finish; comfort wine from down under.
Wine Spots 2023  Pinot Noir
93 points
$49
A lively combination of supple texture, sweet and savory fruit, and a peppery snap at the finish keeps this Pinot interesting.
Firebrand 2023  Chardonnay
92 points
$14
Best Buy
A nicely balanced Chardonnay sipper that is sure to please.
92 points $14 Best Buy
French Blue 2023  Bordeaux Rouge
92 points
$15
Best Buy
A rock solid French red blend that will be versatile as as sipper or with a wide range of cuisine.
92 points $15 Best Buy
Bec Hardy 2024 1885 Sauvignon Blanc
92 points
$18
Best Buy
A round and welcoming Sauvignon Blanc that will pair nicely with fish dishes.
92 points $18 Best Buy
Vilano 2024 Black Ribera Del Duero
92 points
$19.90
Best Buy
A dark, brooding Old World red with superb table appeal.
92 points $19.90 Best Buy
Legón 2022 Premium Ribera Del Duero
92 points
$30
A bright, savory and juicy Tempranillo that is a pleasure to drink.
Pertaringa 2023 Undercover Shiraz
92 points
$32
A toasty, supple yet zesty Shiraz that will be delightful on its own, but even better with a spicy dish.
Chateau Napa 2019  Cabernet Sauvignon
92 points
$85
A rich and warming Cabernet with attractive savory meaty notes to match the dark brooding fruit and toasty oak.
Kevin O’Leary 2023 Reserve Series Moscato
91 points
$25
A delicious, well balanced off-dry Moscato that will be a great summer sipper or paired with spicy Asian fare.
Wine Sisterhood 2021 Midnight Bloom Cabernet Sauvignon
91 points
$25
A juicy and fruit-forward Cali Cabernet that delivers oodles of gratifying fruit and savory flavors with balance and a charming style.
Pertaringa 2023 Belonging To The Hills Shiraz
91 points
$52
An instantly appealing, fruity, spicy, and meaty Shiraz that hits the classic notes of a well made Aussie Shiraz.
Les Vins Julien 2023  Cabernet Sauvignon
91 points
$85
A pleasantly dry and reserved Napa Cabernet that will be a nice foil for a meaty meal.
Félicette 2024  Sauvignon Blanc
90 points
$12
Best Buy
A tangy, nicely balanced Sauvignon Blanc with appetizing fruit, crisp acidity and a touch of minerality.
90 points $12 Best Buy
Medina Gap 2023  Cabernet Sauvignon
90 points
$15
Best Buy
A juicy, lightly smoky Paso Cab with ample fruit for sipping or the table.
90 points $15 Best Buy
Season’s Greetings 2023  Chardonnay
90 points
$22
A rich, fruity California Chardonnay that hits all the juicy buttery notes with aplomb.
Kevin O’Leary 2025 Reserve Series Chenin Blanc
90 points
$25
A crisp, palate refreshing white wine that is a great aperitif and a perfect pairing for salads and spicy dishes.
Wine Sisterhood 2024 Golden Petal White Moscato
90 points
$25
A very flavorful balanced off-dry Moscato that is sure to please.
Terribile 2023  Primitivo
90 points
$28
Rich, juicy, chewy, dark - cast iron dark dark fruit.
Hall Ranch 2024  Sauvignon Blanc
89 points
$16
Best Buy
A crisp and refreshing Sauvignon Blanc that will be versatile.
89 points $16 Best Buy
Francis Abecassis 2023 Les Bulles Brut Prestige Vin Mousseux De Qualite
89 points
$24
A dry, crisp and refreshing French bubbly with good depth of flavor.
Kevin O’Leary 2024 Reserve Series Shiraz
89 points
$25
A herbaceous, tasty red blend tailor made for spicy, meaty meal.
Kevin O’Leary 2023 Reserve Series Chardonnay
89 points
$25
A rock solid Chardonnay sipper, or pair with fish and chicken dishes.
Les Vins Julien 2023 Red Blend Napa Valley
89 points
$55
A chewy and chocolatey Napa red blend that satisfies.
Wine Spots 2023 Cuvée 38 Red Wine Blend Napa Valley
89 points
$58
Dark chewy fruit and toothsome tannins with a rich balanced mid-palate and long finish, elegant enough to enjoy on its own and even better with a well-marbled steak.
Firebrand 2024  Chardonnay
88 points
$11
Best Buy
A rock solid, creamy Chardonnay with nice flavor, restraint and a wide appeal.
88 points $11 Best Buy
Hall Ranch 2022  Cabernet Sauvignon
88 points
$20
A juicy, fruity, lightly smoky Cabernet that will be versatile.
Gordon Creek 2021  Syrah
88 points
$23
A snappy, peppery Syrah that will shine at the table.
Kevin O’Leary NV Reserve Series Rose California
88 points
$25
A tasty, off-dry rosé that is sure to be a hit at parties and picnics.
Kevin O’Leary 2023 Reserve Series Cabernet Sauvignon
88 points
$25
A juicy, satisfying Cabernet Sauvignon that will be very versatile.
Terra Incógnita 2022 Old Vines Ribera Del Duero
88 points
$45.60
A oak-forward Tempranillo with firm, grippy tannins; give this some time.
88 points $45.60
Wine Spots 2023  Merlot
88 points
$58
Silky smooth and lush, fine tannins frame generous fruit and sweet vanilla.
Cloud Break 2023  Pinot Noir
87 points
$10
Best Buy
A solid Pinot Noir for everyday pleasure.
87 points $10 Best Buy
Cloud Break 2023  Cabernet Sauvignon
87 points
$10
Best Buy
A nicely composed, crushable "burger night" Cabernet for everyday enjoyment.
87 points $10 Best Buy
French Blue 2024  Sauvignon Blanc
86 points
$15
Best Buy
A tart, linear Sauvignon Blanc that will be exceptional good with seafood.
86 points $15 Best Buy
Cloud Break 2024  Chardonnay
85 points
$10
A solid Chardonnay sipper for everyday pleasure.
Wine Sisterhood 2022 Garden Breeze Sauvignon Blanc
84 points
$25
An exotic array of savory aromas and flavors make this a good candidate for creative food pairings.
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