2023 Kirkland Signature Saint-Julien Bordeaux

We've been looking for the latest vintage of this popular Kirkland bottle to land in stores, and alas, today is the day. But surprisingly, this is the 2023 vintage, not the expected 2022.

Does this mean a 2022 vintage was not produced? We think that might be the case after clicking around online. 2022 was a monster vintage in Bordeaux so perhaps they didn't want to give up the amazing Saint Julien fruit. Hard to say...

But wait, there's more. This is a totally different wine in this vintage. The blend this year is 62% Cabernet Sauvignon and 38% Merlot. Previously, this bottle was 76% Merlot, and 24% Cabernet Sauvignon. What a flip with the varietals.

We've always enjoyed this wine, landing between 90 and 92 points since its introduction three years ago with the 2019 vintage:

2019 91 points

2020 92 points

2021 90 points

So we were super curious what was in store this time around with the Cabernet dominated blend. And we have great news to report. This wine is amazing.

In the glass this is a medium to deep ruby; spice and floral nose, with black fruit flavor, blackberry, black cherry; grippy tannins; lingering cedar, mocha; good acidity, super dry finish. Classic Saint-Julien Bordeaux, well balanced and just delicious.

This is drinking so good right now, but could really evolve with another few years in the cellar. We bought three, should have bought more and plan to grab more if it hangs around.

For us, this is the best vintage ever for this wine, and a phenomenal Costco buy.

CostcoWineBlog.com Rating: 93 points (a Costco Wine Top Pick)

Costco item number: 1494198

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.

Alc. 13.5%