May 2026 - On-Demand & New Releases Reviews

May 2026 - On-Demand & New Releases Reviews
This month's Wine feature is On-Demand Wines

On-Demand & New Releases Reviews Reviews

Raw Bar 2025  Vinho Verde
93 points
$9
Best Buy
Crisp and electric, this vivacious white is packed with melon, wet stone and citrus flavors, ready for all things fish, seafood and grilled.
93 points $9 Best Buy
Castillo De Monlero 2024  Tempranillo
93 points
$10
Best Buy
This is a juicy, tangy, savory and soft multifaceted red that can be enjoyed lightly chilled for a picnic or decanted and served with a luxurious meat course; a dry yet fruit-forward wine that is a perfect foil for wood-fired oven cooking.
93 points $10 Best Buy
Pertaringa 2025 Belonging To The Hills GSM Red Blend Mclaren Vale
93 points
$40
Bold, dry, and juicy, this flavor-packed, muscular red blend over-delivers, firing on all cylinders with berry, eucalyptus, and chocolate notes.
Kirkland Signature 2025 Rose Prosecco DOC
92 points
$7
Best Buy
A fun and easy drinking rosé Prosecco bursting with ripe fruit and zippy bubbles that will be great for celebrations.
92 points $7 Best Buy
Alamos 2023 Seleccion Malbec
92 points
$20
Best Buy
A bold, balanced, well-muscled red that is smooth as silk.
92 points $20 Best Buy
Pertaringa 2024 Belonging To The Hills Cabernet Sauvignon
91 points
$20
Dark, dry and fruity, overflowing with cherry and blackberry, finishing with sweet vanilla and soft tannins; a juicy cab for everyday drinking.
Massif 2022  Cabernet Sauvignon
91 points
$135
A classic Napa Cabernet with bold yet balanced vanilla and fruit flavors and plenty of savory notes — a centerpiece for an elegant home-cooked meal.
Kirkland Signature 2021 DOCG Brunello di Montalcino Riserva
90 points
$19
A dramatic dry red that takes you on a journey with irresistible complexity and balance that will only continue to improve with age.
Whitehaven 2025  Sauvignon Blanc
90 points
$20
Fresh, juicy grapefruit, salted lime, quince and lemongrass in this classic New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc.
Charger 2023  Cabernet Sauvignon
90 points
$90
Dark, chewy, dry and balanced; black raspberry and violets from the Petit Verdot add just the right touch to the classic Napa Cabernet black currant and vanilla aromas and deep flavors.
Ron Rubin 2023  Cabernet Sauvignon
89 points
$19
A savory Alexander Valley Cab for thoughtful drinking.
Alamos 2024  Malbec
88 points
$13
Best Buy
Rich, layered and balanced, this Malbec over-delivers the bold fruit that you expect with a dry, dark chocolatey balance.
88 points $13 Best Buy
Clos Du Bois 2024  Chardonnay
88 points
$14.99
Best Buy
On the verge of off-dry, this opulently fruity Chardonnay has just a kiss of oak, a fun cocktail wine to spark conversation.
88 points $14.99 Best Buy
Kirkland Signature 2023  Sangiovese
88 points
$17
A solid example of Chianti Classico that hits the marks of a good Sangiovese wine — food loving acidity and weight to deliver at the table.
Ron Rubin 2024  Chardonnay
88 points
$19
An easy drinking RRV Chardonnay for summer bonfires.
Ron Rubin 2024  Sauvignon Blanc
88 points
$19
An aromatically restrained style of Sauvignon Blanc with lots of texture and body, and very food-friendly; try with an arugula salad with goat cheese.
Wild Blossom Meadery & Winery NV Feather Glass Merlot
88 points
$19.95
A bold, chewy, juicy, fruit-forward red with a touch of black pepper spice and soft finish.
88 points $19.95
Pertaringa 2024 Belonging To The Hills Shiraz
88 points
$50
A hedonistic fruit bomb that your guests will enjoy — take it to a dinner party to impress.
Roquevieille 2025  Entre-Deux-Mers Blanc
87 points
$16
This Sauvignon Blanc-centric blend is crisp and vivacious with a bright luscious mouthfeel — think unoaked Chardonnay with surround sound.
Château Roquevieille 2023  Côtes De Castillon
87 points
$21
A dry and plum-centric red with dusty tannins and a chewy black cherry finish; a great pairing with pork chops or fatty lamb.
Two EE’s Winery NV Plonqe Sweet Wine American
86 points
$9
Best Buy
A liquid jam jar with all things purple, fruity, and juicy — adult grape juice.
86 points $9 Best Buy
Maison Riche 2025  Sauvignon Blanc
85 points
$14
This citrus-honeysuckle-melon centric white will gladly take you from cocktail hour through a white wine friendly dinner.
Beitler 2025 Assyrtiko Suisun Valley
85 points
$45
Full bodied and crisp, this bold white is packed with tea, butterscotch, and lime yogurt notes — an unabashed white for cocktail parties.
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