There's a huge Costco discount on this Portuguese red blend, bringing the price down to only $7.99, and it's a beauty inside that we're rating 90 points.
The tagline for this wine is "always watching," which follows the spy theme and there's a fun little writeup about it on the back label.
The wine received 91 points from Wine Enthusiast, and a Best Buy designation. That's pretty spot on; this is a nice find at this price point.
The wine pours a medium ruby in the glass with baking spice, clove on the nose; it is medium in body with flavors of black cherry, and blackberry; nice acidity and notes of vanilla, licorice into the lingering finish.
This is an ideal everyday table wine that's easy to pair with a wide range of cuisine. If it sounds like your jam we'd recommend buying a few extra to have on hand. This discounted price makes it an easy one to stock up on.
CostcoWineBlog.com Rating: 90 points
Costco item number: 1861078
Availability: We buy our wine in Costco warehouses around the Atlanta area. The best way to locate wines near you is by using the new Costco mobile app and searching with the Costco item number we listed above.
Alcohol: 14%
Gbh-atl says
Not a word on grape varietals.... Yes, I am familiar with the Portuguese usual suspects and can probably research it, but IMHO it should be part of your review.
Once the massive ❄️ drop stops (we have flurries in ATL right now so the city is paralyzed) I'll head to a Costco to pick up a few. Cheers!
Editor says
We usually include and looked online this time but couldn’t confirm. Seems likely: Alicante Bouschet, Touriga Nacional, Aragonez, Baga, Castelao, Trincadeira
Gbh-atl says
Thanks for responding. I appreciate your reviews.
Dan says
Spylandwine.com says “ Blend of Alicante Bouschet, Aragonez,
Touriga Nacional, Baga, Trincadeira
and Castelão”. It’s a mishmash from different regions.