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Exploring Affordable Wines from Costco

Kirkland Finds That Punch Well Above Their Price Point

16
Wines covered
11
Bulk buys
~$5
Starting price

I finally got around to purchasing some wines at Costco that were recommended from various online sources. I had already tried the St. Michelle Cabernet Sauvignon, which is decent, but I was particularly impressed with how delicious and affordable the Kirkland branded wines are.

* BB denotes Bulk Buys
 
Red Wines

Red Wines

  • → Kirkland — Reignac 2019 *BB
  • → Kirkland — Pauillac 2023 *BB
  • → Kirkland — Bordeaux Supérieur — Grand Vin *BB
  • → Kirkland Signature — Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2019 *BB
  • → Kirkland — Signature Malbec *BB
  • → Kirkland — Gigondas — GSM *BB
  • → Ste. Michelle — Indian Wells — Red Blend
  • → Ste. Michelle — Indian Wells — Cabernet Sauvignon
  • → Ste. Michelle — Cabernet Sauvignon
  • → D'Angelo
White Wines

White Wines

  • → Kirkland — Marlborough — Sauvignon Blanc — Ti Point *BB
  • → Kirkland — Friuli Grave — Pinot Grigio 2023 *BB
  • → Kirkland — Moscato *BB
  • → Kirkland — Asolo Prosecco *BB
  • → Kirkland — Prosecco Rosé *BB
  • → Italo Cescon — Pinot Grigio
Top Picks

Bulk Buys: Malbec & Friuli

The Malbec and Friuli are bulk buys that I recommend stocking up on, as they punch well above their price point. Both were incredibly affordable, and I'm testing them as I seek out basic wines that remain delicious. I want to mix it up and expand beyond my usual Trader Joe's staples.

It's surprising to think that these bottles are cheaper than beer; for instance, a bottle of Friuli is around $5, while a six-pack of beer typically costs $10.
Takeaways

The Challenge of Finding Quality Reds Above $20

While I was okay with the Châteauneuf-du-Pape, I realized I may have had inflated expectations for a $20 wine. In contrast, the cheaper $5–10 bottles surprised and delighted me without any pretensions.

Not being able to find many recommended bulk buys, like the Gigondas or Bordeaux, could actually be a positive sign—perhaps it reflects their limited availability, indicating quality.

16 wines explored · 11 bulk buys · 10 reds, 6 whites · Kirkland Malbec & Friuli recommended

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