There have been some really nice additions to the Kirkland wine portfolio in recent years.
Notably a few come to mind:
Kirkland Signature Suscol Vineyard Napa Cabernet Sauvignon
Kirkland Signature Chianti Classico Gran Selezione
Kirkland Signature Saint-Julien Bordeaux
That's a heck of a list from some of the world's premier wine regions. And the crazy thing is that the Kirkland bottles listed above are all under $20-$25 while many of the entry level wines from these regions would be much more expensive.
That's why we shop here, for wine and everything else. We can't help but think of other "dream bottles" we'd like to see under the Kirkland brand.
Here are a few that we would love to see, along with some notes and price targets.
Kirkland Signature Albarino: ideally from Rias Baixas, and priced under $12.
Kirkland Signature Gruner Veltliner: Or Gru-vee as it's known, is one of our favorite white wines. We want this one to be from Austria and come in under $14.
Kirkland Signature Priorat: one of Spain's top regions, delicious reds; price target $19.99
Kirkland Signature Barossa Shiraz: a choice from Australia could go a few different ways, but a Barossa Shiraz might be best. Target price $10-12.
Kirkland Signature Vermentino: again, lots of varieties to choose from when it comes to Italian whites, but we think a Vermentino for around $10-12 would crush it.
Kirkland Signature Douro Red Blend: this would be a blend from Portugal, that would include Touriga Nacional and Tinta Roriz. Price $10-12.
Kirkland Signature Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon: we see a lot of the Napa regions represented, why not Paso Robles. We'd love to find something that tastes like Justin or Daou for $10-12.
Kirkland Signature Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon: or Atlas Peak, or Diamond Mountain. This would be a Napa mountain wine that would be a good addition to the Kirkland portfolio. Especially if they can bring it in under $25.
Kirkland Signature Nuits St Georges 1er Cru: we picked Nuits St Georges because we love wines from that area, but it'd be amazing if Costco released a solid premier cru red Burgundy for a good price ($25)
That's our starter list. There's so many other great places to explore, including Chile, Argentina, South Africa, New Zealand, Greece, Uruguay, Virginia / Texas / NY in the US, Canada, Moldova, Lebanon...the list goes on.
Let us know your ideas in the comments below.
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Gary says
Love the suggestions here–especially for more white varietals (I can’t be the only guy who’s annoyed walking into a wine store looking for a Chard/Sauv Blanc/Pinot Grigio alternative who too often comes up empty handed).
Another ‘out of left field’ suggestion. We visited Greece and Croatia last summer and were VERY pleasantly surprised by the higher end quality from some of those wineries. I have to think Kirkland could lure a couple in from some of these lesser known regions to help them get on the U.S. map.
And while we’re rooting for a Kirkland Signature Sauternes, can I also throw out a wish-list request for a KS Tokaji from Hungary?
Cesar says
Priorat would be a dream for me. Love the dream list.
Fitz W says
Thanks for writing up my Christmas list. This is all I need.
Charles Bruin says
Love the idea of a French Pinot from Nuit! Just finished our 2005’s
with our turkey and need a restock!! Like many mid your other suggestions and agree on their broadening of product line over the last several years. We buy many of them. Am disappointed that the wine advent calendar did not make our Florida stores. Oh well!
John says
Texas Rousanne and Texas Tannat
John says
How about Kirkland Amarone, Pomerol, Margeaux and Taurasi. Also, I would love to see Pauillac back again.
Ken Williams says
Great suggestions. I am a bog fan of South African wine where I believe there is very good quality at a good value. I especially would like to see a good South African Shiraz.
Kevin Knox says
Love your list!
I’d like to see a Kirkland Signature Montepulciano d’Abruzzo – ideally to replace the consistently disappointing Chianti Classico Riserva! One would think that with their sourcing capabilities they could offer a really good one for well under $10. Perhaps a Vino Nobile de Montepulciano too as more of a premium offering, in, say, the $12-15 range?
IMHO the single best Kirkland wine year in and year out is their Côtes-du-Rhône Villages. So as long as we’re making a wish list, how about a white version too? White CDR’s are unsung heroes, especially when they contain higher percentages of Rousanne, Marsanne or Viognier.
Bernie says
How about a red mountain cab for under $20
Lynn says
I'd just like to find the KS wines they already make at a Costco near me. I live in one of the biggest cities in the US and the wine selection at my local Costco is extremely disappointing.
A Trampenau says
Just returned from Chile - definitely could enjoy a Carmenere joining the Kirkland ranks!
Costco Chugger says
I'll second your call for a KS Grüner Veltliner. It'd be nice not to be a Traitor Joe for that.
Rae Angus says
While I certainly enjoy the wines from Costco, I have noticed two major wine producing areas in which there is virtually no representation; the wines from Germany and Alsace. Rieslings and Gwurztraminers (both sweet and dry) are a great addition to any wine list. Additionally, I noticed Aldi’s has added a very nice Canadian Ice Wine to their private label wines. It would be nice if Costco could do the same.