So I've picked up quite a few new Kirkland Signature offerings that have hit the stores by me, and there's a lot of them, more than I'll be able to review in the next month or so, but you can bet I'm going to give it a shot. And I'm going to start with a […]
2013 Tikal Patriota Mendoza
I've written before about how wine is often situational, meaning that wines can taste different just in the environment in which they're consumed. And this wine falls into a bucket of being consumed in a "very optimal environment." That is: group of friends, nice spring day, vegetables and pork tenderloins cooking on a Big Green […]
2013 Atlas Peak Cabernet Sauvignon
This is a rich high elevation red from the mountains just east of Yountville/Stags Leap in Napa Valley. I typically enjoy the mountain Cabernets from around Napa, and the Atlas Peak wines are often among the more affordable, which can present opportunities for some good buys. I prefer some of the surrounding mountains more, but […]
2013 Kirkland Signature Sonoma County Old Vine Zinfandel
It's been a long time since I've reviewed a Zin. I apologize for the gap as I'm just now noticing it. Plus a few readers asked if I could take a look at the Kirkland Sonoma Zin, which I was able to find on my next trip to Costco for $9.99. We enjoyed this wine […]
2009 Chateau Larteau Bordeaux Superieur
I dropped this bottle into my cart on a whim thinking that I had tried it before, but I couldn't find any tasting notes, so I guess this is my first review of this wine. Either way, this bottle is a steal for $9.99. It's super ripe and fruity, tasting at times (particularly the finish […]
2012 Famille Perrin Cotes Du Rhone Reserve
You really can't go wrong with a wine that's made by the Perrin Family, who is famous for their high end Beaucastel wines from France's Chateauneuf-du-pape region (they also own Tablas Creek Winery in Paso Robles). And it's really amazing when you find one of their bottles for only $8.49 which is how much this low end Cotes […]
2012 Castello di Uzzano Chianti Classico
I always enjoy buying Chianti Classicos at Costco because the prices are hard to beat, they are typically in the $13-19 range and the wines usually taste great. This is a DOCG bottle that I found for $13.99. I found it right next to another of my favorite Costco Chianti Classicos, the Castello di Monsanto […]
2013 Decoy Sonoma County Red Wine
Decoy is the second label for Duckhorn and they are generally a safe bet if you're looking for good wines at a fair price. This red blend, made from grapes harvested across 16 different Sonoma vineyards, hits the mark and does so for $16.99, which is a healthy discount from the wine's $25 retail price tag. The blend has a bit […]
2012 Villa Antinori Toscana
This bottle is always a go-to for me, whether I'm at a restaurant looking for a reasonably priced wine I know I can depend on, or if I'm just looking for a versatile, food friendly bottle that I can always put on the table no matter who's sitting around it. For $16.99 at Costco, this bottle […]
2014 Black Box Valle Central Chile Cabernet Sauvignon
I know, boxed wine...you pass right by it in the aisle because it can't be any good, right? I have to say, I've found many of them, including this Black Box Cabernet from Costco, to be alright, provided you understand what you're buying and why you're buying it. These reasons are either: a) you drink […]
8 Secrets to Scoring Wine Deals at Costco
[I contributed the following story to TheDailyMeal.com. This is a good overview on things to keep in mind whenever you are buying wine, or many other things, at Costco.] 8 Secrets to Scoring Wine Deals at Costco When buying wine at Costco, you’ll want to get the most bang for your buck by Andrew Cullen There’s nothing quite like […]
2004 La Rioja Alta Gran Reserva 904
After I tasted and reviewed the 2001 vintage of this wine just a few months ago, I went back to Costco to buy more. At $40 I thought this was the steal of all steals and pretty much said as much in my review, giving it a nice 93 point rating (Parker has gone 96 pts […]
2012 Beaulieu Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
Beaulieu is one of the grande dames of California winemaking – they’ve been producing world-class wines since before most of us were born. And these folks know how to make cabernet wines – their George LaTour line of $100+ wines consistently garner great reviews. In the past, they’ve sold their entry level Rutherford cab wines […]
2010 Kirkland Signature Series Brunello di Montalcino
This Kirkland Brunello has been one of the most talked about wines among our readers and now that I finally found it at my local Costco, I can jump into the conversation and state that I'm in complete agreement, and this is clearly one of the best buys in Costco stores today. If you're a […]
2010 Kirkland Signature Rioja Reserva
I finally found it at my Costco - the Kirkland Rioja that so many readers have been raving about. I'm a little late to the ball game on this one, and several readers have posted tasting notes on this wine in the comments sections of our other reviews. And I'm thrilled to finally be able […]
Fonseca Bin No 27 Port
I'm pretty inconsistent with my port consumption, but I love them more every time I indulge. After a big meal, there is just nothing quite like sitting down with the gentle sweetness of a decent glass of port. The $12.79 price tag at Costco on this bottle is by far the lowest I've ever seen. […]
2013 Las Vertientes Benchmark Reserva Red
Here's one of those wines you might not buy unless you read this site. I was going to walk right past this bottle, simply for the fact that nothing jumped out at me at first, and I wasn't clear what it is. I'm still not clear what it is but something did jump out at […]
2015 Brancott Estate Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc
I review the Brancott Sauvignon Blanc every year, and almost always go 87 points on it. This year's vintage is no exception. These Marlborough Sauvignon Blancs are pretty consistent and if you enjoy their style, then this year's Brancott will find favor with you as well. In my review of the '14 Brancott I mention […]
2012 Trapiche Broquel Cabernet Sauvignon
There's nothing wrong with this Argentinian Cabernet that was on sale for $8.99 ($3 off). As far as inexpensive, sub $15 Cabernet goes, this would fall on the higher end in my opinion (and Wine Enthusiast gave it 90 points, if you're a points person). There's a little funk on the finish that I hope shakes off […]
2014 Chateau Ste Michelle ‘Indian Wells’ Chardonnay
We’ve come across a particularly nice Chardonnay value in the Costco aisle offered by the Washington wine powerhouse, Chateau Ste. Michelle. This is not a boutique wine: CSM is the state’s oldest (and one of its largest) wineries. The winemakers at CSM know winemaking (especially riesling and chardonnay). This particular chardonnay wine is from their […]
2012 Canoe Ridge Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
I'm liking this WA State Cab for $14.99. Over the last hour it's developed into an expressive and rather interesting wine in this price range. I typically do enjoy Northwest reds, and went into this one with fair expectations, but have to say it certainly met, if not exceeded those. Costco's price on this wine […]
2013 Beringer Knights Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Good California Cabs are hard to come by for under $15 (although at Costco you can do ok), but when you make that jump to the next price bracket ($20-$30) you really get a big jump up in quality. I've always found the Beringer Knights Valley Cabs to be a strong buy in this range and at […]
2012 Chateau Pegau Cotes du Rhone Cuvee Maclura
Domaine du Pegau is a huge name in winemaking in the Rhone region of France, primarily from the excellent wines produced in Chateauneuf-du-Pape, of which I have a couple in my cellar since after every bottle I try I only want to stock up on more. I had never tried their standard Cotes du Rhone […]
2012 Kirkland Signature Napa Valley Meritage
Upon opening. this wine was a bit on the spicy side with a heavy alcohol laden finish (the wine is 14.2% which some might say is too high but it's really not that outrageous for a Napa red). As the wine matured with some air, it really developed into a pretty decent drink for only $10.99. Peppery […]
2013 Charles & Charles Chardonnay
Charles & Charles is a collaboration between Charles Smith (of his namesake winery and K Vintners) and Charles Bieler. Smith is a former rock band manager and while on the road developed a particularly good sense for rockstar wines. A self-taught winemaker, Smith’s wines have garnered a lot of media attention and furrowed brows by […]
2012 The Sum from The Seventy Five Wine Company
I haven't reviewed one of The Sum red blends in quite a while but I was looking forward to this 2012 vintage, which was a stellar season for California. Plus, this wine is made by Tuck Beckstoffer, a legend of the area, and The Sum marks the lowest entry point I've seen into his wines. The […]
A Special Look At The Wines of Moldova and Chateau Purcari
While this blog is 98% focused on Costco wine, occasionally I like to branch out and cover other areas of the wine industry that seem timely or interesting to me at the moment. I’m a big fan of always exploring the full world of wine, and that stretches way beyond the areas that are most […]
2013 Francis Coppola Black Label Diamond Collection Claret
I'm writing this from the 62nd floor of the Cosmopolitan hotel in Las Vegas where I am staying for work, but I never forget my duties to this site. A few readers have asked my opinion of the Coppola wines at Costco and as I went out to the nearby Walgreens (bottom of Planet Hollywood), […]
2014 Concha y Toro Casillero del Diablo Cabernet Sauvignon
I found this to be a decent buy for an $8 Chilean Cab. The wine is certainly not without its faults but overall in this price range you can't really complain. The wine is dark, inky purple on the pour. Campfire, toasted wood on the nose with some spice notes. Initial flavors of black currant and […]
2001 La Rioja Alta Gran Reserva 904
This is an unbelievable buy at Costco if you can still find it. This wine was held back by the producer to age for 10 years and is making its way through stores now. But don't expect it to last. Robert Parker rated the wine 96 points and it can be scored at Costco for […]
2013 Dobbes Family Estate Grand Assemblage Pinot Noir
This is a lovely Oregon Pinot at Costco for $19.99 and a perfect companion for almost any food. We enjoyed this on a crisp fall evening with butternut squash ravioli (also from Costco, if you haven't tried it yet, you should) and it was a great accompaniment. Good pinots like this are so versatile, and […]
2012 Kirkland Signature Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
I usually find the Kirkland Signature wines to offer at the very least a good wine for the money, but I'm going to have to recommend steering clear of this one. I haven't reviewed one of the Kirkland Alexander Valley Cabs since the 2007 vintage and I reread my notes on that one which I noted as being […]
2012 Ramos Premium Red Alentejano
An absolute gem of a red wine drinking perfectly right now. This was a surprise find for $16 at my Costco. When I'm looking for a very nice wine at a good price, I typically gravitate to Spain and Portugal. In this case I actually had a higher priced Rioja in my hand and made […]
2013 Ca' Momi Rosso di Napa
Just as I was leaving the wine aisle, this bottle for $7.99 caught my eye. In passing I mistook this for an Italian wine, so the irony of seeing Napa Valley listed on the label through me for a loop. I was already buying five bottles, all of which were priced more than this one, […]
2012 Two Hands Angels' Share Shiraz
This McLaren Vale Shiraz from Two Hands hits big in every way. I have tried prior vintages of the higher priced Bella's Garden Shiraz from Two Hands and thoroughly enjoyed them. This lower priced entry ($26 at my Costco) turned out to be a real find. I posted a photo to Twitter showing how the Costco bin […]
2013 Kirkland Signature Stags Leap District Napa Cabernet Sauvignon
I didn't hesitate for long dropping this one in my cart. I'm a big fan of Stags Leap wines and you rarely see a Stags Cabernet for the price I found this bottle at ($19.99). And the wine was exactly what I hoped it would be - a big, rich, nicely structured red. It has […]
2012 Shea Wine Cellars Estate Pinot Noir
Unlike the less expensive wines available at Costco and reviewed here (like the well-regarded/excellent Schug), this is a complex and full-bodied Pinot Noir. While Shea's vineyard and estate fruit hearkens from the same area in Oregon as Domaine Serene (the wineries are only about 5 miles as the crow flies) and Ken Wright (who uses […]
2013 Vina Maipo Vitral Sauvignon Blanc
Sometimes I forget about the white wines from South America, and this one that I purchased at my Costco for only $8.79 reminded me of the great value you can get from whites (and reds) from this area. We prepared some Mahi and Brussel spouts on a hot Atlanta day, and this wine was perfect before, during […]
2014 Fess Parker Chardonnay Santa Barbara
It takes an unusually talented cowboy to make an excellent wine in Santa Barbara – or so it would appear. Take Fess Parker – actor who became famous portraying Daniel Boone on television for seven years. After that acting gig, he purchased farmland in Santa Ynez Valley and began producing wine. He ended his acting […]
2014 Au Contraire Russian River Chardonnay
As we continue our summer Chardonnay scouting expedition, we've come across a particularly nice Chardonnay value in the Costco aisles. This was a shy and skittish selection – the bottles were tucked away in the Chardonnay aisle with literally nothing drawing attention to it. Yet, it’s sort of a big deal: it is the first […]
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