Kirkland Signature Malbec – Solid For $7

It won’t blow your socks off but the Costco Kirkland Signature Malbec is worth the tiny price tag.

100% Malbec from Mendoza, Argentina. The wine is aged for 12 months in French oak barrels, which is pretty amazing at this low price.

The Kirkland Signature Malbec is available exclusively at Costco for just $6.99. It is made by Broquel Winery, who make some tasty Malbec in their own right.

We’ve been tasting and reviewing the Kirkland Malbec going back to the 2009 vintage and unlike a lot of the other Costco wines, the quality on this one seems to bounce around a good bit. I think it’s possible the producer has changed over the years as Costco previously didn’t reveal who made it on the label like they do now. The last several vintages; however, the producer has been Broquel Winery. In any case, let’s check out the 2018.

The 2018 Kirkland Signature Malbec begins with pleasing aromas of plum, blackberry and a little spice. The medium-bodied wine tastes ripe, juicy and a bit oaky. Smooth and easy drinking, it’s solid for $7 but a little bit one dimensional. It ends with lingering tart fruit and a little spice on the medium-long finish.

While it’s solid, it’s also unremarkable but still a good buy given the very low price.