This is a big time value buy at Costco right now for only $8.99. Online it looks like it sells closer to $15, but either way, it’s an excellent wine. Scoring it for $9 is a real treat for Costco shoppers.
The wine hails from Jumilla which is a wine region on the Mediterranean coast in southeastern Spain. They predominantly grow Monastrell there, which is the same grape as Mourvedre as it’s known elsewhere including in France.
![3015 Monastrell](https://costcowineblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/IMG_5429.jpg.webp)
The wine is a medium to deep ruby in the glass, peppery spice, earthy nose; in the mouth are a nice combination of red and black fruit, a little cherry but more on the dark side with blueberry and blackberry, a touch of raisin. The wine is medium in body with a solid finish.
It’s fresh, fruity and ready to drink now. A perfect wine to pair with red meat. Bonus points for being organic. Suckling went 91 points, which I feel is a bit high but not too far off from where I will land.
![3015 Monastrell](https://costcowineblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/IMG_5446.jpg.webp)
This one surprised me and just showcases Spain as a Mecca for high quality, value priced wine. For red wine fans looking to branch out, this is a wine to try. For those in the know about Jumilla and have tried wines from Juan Gil (another popular Jumilla producer), I think you’ll find this to be right in that same ballpark.
CostcoWineBlog.com Rating: 89 points
Costco item number: 1454320
Purchased at Costco in: Atlanta, GA (Kennesaw)
14.5% alc.
Donald Dunn
Saturday 15th of August 2020
Loved the 3015 Jumilla Monastrell. Have bought 6 bottles and shared info with friends. Hope they continue to have this available at the Charlotte location