In this video, Bob Paulinski Master of Wine talks about and tastes the best wine values at Costco. If you’ve visited a Costco, you know it’s a busy place and they sell a lot of wine. The mix will include wines that can be found broadly most times of the year, others with more limited availability, along with a range of wines under Costco’s own Kirkland label. The mix will vary based on location, but your bound to find some pleasant surprises. The price points range is spread from under $10 to $100+, with the majority in the $15 to $30 range. My intent was to search out the best values from classic regions that also have good level of availability. I went with six wines that most caught my attention. They happened to be from six different countries, with price points ranging from $8 to $50 per bottle.
Before I get into the specific wines, here’s a bit on making sense of the price signage at Costco. This applies to wine and anything else in the club. Some tags will show additional supplier funded discounts. Be sure to note the promo expiration date. Signs with an asterick in the upper right corner are items not currently being replenished, although it may return at a later date. Signs will show a cost that ends in 7, this notes a reduced price.
Wines tasted in the video:
2021 Dr Loosen Blue Slate Riesling Kabinett from Mosel Germany Costco $15 -suggested retail price $20-$22
2021 Chateau de Grezels Cahors from the SW of France Costco $7 - suggested retail price $16 to $20
2019 Condado de Haza Crianza Ribera del Duero Spain Costco $15 - suggested retail price $22 -$24
2018 Kirkland Brunello di Montalcino Italy $20,
2021 Austin Hope CS Paso Robles $50 Average retail $56 - $58
Kirkland 10 Year Tawny $17
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