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    Costco Wine! The 2023 Guide To The Best Wines at Costco

    Reverse Wine Snob reveals all the best wines below, including the ones to buy right now! Read on for our Complete Guide to Costco Wine.

    Costco® is the number one wine retailer in the U.S. and just one look at their low wine prices should tell you why!

    One of the main reasons is simply the tremendously slim margin Costco takes thanks to their membership model. Basically, they make their money on membership fees allowing them to keep product prices, including those on wine (and beer), very low. Their selection isn't the broadest but they do tend to bring in some very nice wines from all over the world (places like California, Washington, France, Italy, Australia, Argentina, Spain and Portugal to name a few), especially in the under $20 price point.

    The Best Wines at Costco - The Reverse Wine Snob Picks!

    While many of the Costco wines are available elsewhere (albeit at slightly higher prices) keep your eyes out for deals on lesser-known labels as well. Inventory of wines will vary by market and even by store within a market so at times you can find some low production wines available in an individual store. And if you see them, grab them -- turnover is very high so what's there today could very well be gone tomorrow.

    Also, some states (AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, HI, IN, KY, MA, MI, MN, NY, TX, and VT) won't allow membership clubs to limit alcohol sales just to members, so in those cases you don't even need to buy a membership to shop the wine section and benefit from its low prices.

    Want our FREE special report "The Five Wines to Buy At Costco RIGHT NOW" plus a printable shopping list of all our recommended Costco wines?

    Click to get the current report and Costco wine list!

    One other note: while they don't advertise it, typically any price that ends in .97 is a markdown. Furthermore, if there is an asterisk on the label (aka the death star) that means it is a close-out and is not coming back. This is a great tip for shopping the rest of the store too — we’ve picked up some awesome deals on marked down items, but they go fast!

    Lastly, don't be afraid of the Costco house brand, “Kirkland Signature” wines. These are extremely high-quality wines made by excellent wineries exclusively for Costco, cutting out the middleman to bring you even more savings. The only issue with these labels is that they tend to have a bit of a cult following so the low productions ones sell out fast, sometimes even within days. (Want to know when to look for them? Simply sign up for our monthly reminder of which Kirkland Signature wines should be in your local store that month.) Our mantra on these is if you see them, especially the ones on our recommended list below, buy them.

    To make your shopping as easy as possible simply sign up for our special report: Top 5 Wines To Buy At Costco Right Now.

    You may also want to check out our list of The Best Wines at Trader Joe's and our Guide to Aldi Wine!

    Read on for our selections of The Best Wines at Costco!

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    Kirkland Signature Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon - Quite Nice

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: May 30, 2023 Last Updated: May 30, 2023

    Kirkland Signature Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon - Quite Nice

    High quality for just 10 bucks, the Kirkland Signature Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon from Costco. Cabernet Sauvignon from Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, California. The wine is aged in a combination of American and French oak. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Costco, Highly Recommended, Kirkland Signature

    Cafaggio Chianti Classico Riserva - Super With Salami

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: May 25, 2023 Last Updated: May 25, 2023

    Cafaggio Chianti Classico Riserva - Super With Salami

    An excellent Costco find that goes excellently with Volpi Foods Wine Salame, the Cafaggio Chianti Classico Riserva. 100% Sangiovese from vineyards located in Cafaggio, Conca d'Oro, Panzano in Chianti, Tuscany, Italy. The wine is aged for 18 months in 65 hl Slavonian oak … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Chianti, Costco, Italy, Organic, Sangiovese, Vegan

    Esteban Martin Garnacha Syrah - A $5 Costco Find

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: May 21, 2023 Last Updated: May 21, 2023

    Esteban Martin Garnacha Syrah - A $5 Costco Find

    A ripe and jammy red blend from Carinena, Spain at a great Costco price. We review the Esteban Martin Garnacha Syrah. A blend of 60% Garnacha and 40% Syrah from vines aged 20-65 years old in the gravelly soils of Carinena, Spain. The wine is vegan friendly. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Costco, Garnacha, Highly Recommended, Red Blends, Spain, Spain - Carinena, Vegan

    Kirkland Signature Cotes de Provence Rosé – Lip-Smackingly Good Stuff

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: May 14, 2023 Last Updated: May 14, 2023

    Kirkland Signature Cotes de Provence Rosé – Lip-Smackingly Good Stuff

    This one never lasts long at Costco so stock up now! The highly refreshing and delicious Kirkland Signature Cotes de Provence Rosé is here. A rosé blend of 37% Grenache, 29% Cinsault, 10% Syrah, 7% Carignan, 7% Tibouren, 6% Vermentino and 4% Ugni Blanc wine from Cotes de … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, Costco, France, Kirkland Signature, Rosé, Thanksgiving

    12 Linajes Reserva - Smooth, Dense and Chewy

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: May 9, 2023 Last Updated: May 10, 2023

    12 Linajes Reserva - Smooth, Dense and Chewy

    A splurge no more thanks to the great Costco price, we review the 12 Linajes Reserva from Bodegas Gormaz. Tempranillo from 80- to 100-year-old vines in the province of Soria in Ribera del Duero, Spain. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Costco, Spain, Spain - Ribera Del Duero, Tempranillo

    Kirkland Signature Carneros Pinot Noir - Classic Value

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: April 30, 2023 Last Updated: April 30, 2023

    Kirkland Signature Carneros Pinot Noir - Classic Value

    A great example of the variety at a fabulous price, we review the latest vintage of the Kirkland Signature Carneros Pinot Noir from Costco. Pinot Noir from the Napa Valley side of Carneros in California. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, Costco, Highly Recommended, Kirkland Signature, Pinot Noir, Thanksgiving

    Kirkland Signature Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Review

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: April 25, 2023 Last Updated: April 25, 2023

    Kirkland Signature Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Review

    Checking out the latest vintage of a nice Napa Valley wine from Costco, the Kirkland Signature Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley, California. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Costco, Kirkland Signature

    Tenuta Luce Lucente - Silky Smooth

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: April 18, 2023 Last Updated: April 18, 2023

    Tenuta Luce Lucente - Silky Smooth

    Take pasta night to the next level with this super delicious Super Tuscan, the Tenuta Luce Lucente Toscana IGT. 50% Merlot and 50% Sangiovese from Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy. The wine spends 12 months in a oak barriques, 85% of which are new and it has 4 g/L of residual … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Costco, Italy, Merlot, Pizza Wine, Red Blends, Sangiovese, Thanksgiving

    Kirkland Signature K Vine Frenchman Hills Vineyard Syrah Review

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: April 13, 2023 Last Updated: April 13, 2023

    Kirkland Signature K Vine Frenchman Hills Vineyard Syrah Review

    It's a new addition to the K Vine line at Costco - and a nice example of single vineyard Washington State Syrah for just 10 bucks. We review the Kirkland Signature K Vine Frenchman Hills Vineyard Syrah. This was a nice treat to see when we were perusing the wine aisle at … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Costco, Highly Recommended, Kirkland Signature, Syrah, Washington

    Kirkland Signature K Vine Rosé - Rather Quaffable

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: April 6, 2023 Last Updated: April 13, 2023

    Kirkland Signature K Vine Rosé - Rather Quaffable

    Checking out the latest vintage of this $10 single vineyard rosé from a big-name winemaker (Charles Smith), we review the Kirkland Signature K Vine Rosé from Costco. While the label on this vintage doesn't disclose the grape variety on this rosé from the Buckshot Vineyard … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Costco, Highly Recommended, Kirkland Signature, Rosé, Syrah, Washington

    Chateau de Marsan Cadillac Cotes de Bordeaux Review

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: March 28, 2023 Last Updated: March 28, 2023

    Chateau de Marsan Cadillac Cotes de Bordeaux Review

    A smooth, dense and delicious $8 find from Costco, we review the Chateau de Marsan Cadillac Cotes de Bordeaux. 70% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Sauvignon from the Lestiac-sur-Garonne district in Cadillac Cotes de Bordeaux, France. The wine is aged 12 months in French oak … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, Costco, France, Red Blends

    Kirkland Signature Rioja Reserva - Costco Scores Again?

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: March 16, 2023 Last Updated: March 16, 2023

    Kirkland Signature Rioja Reserva - Costco Scores Again?

    Revisiting the latest vintage of this real deal Rioja Reserva aged 30 months in oak barrels, the Kirkland Signature Rioja Reserva. 100% Tempranillo from Rioja, Spain. The wine is aged 30 months in oak barrels and another 6 months in bottle before release. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Costco, Kirkland Signature, Spain, Spain - Rioja, Tempranillo, Thanksgiving

    Kirkland Signature Sonoma County Chardonnay - Butterlicious

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: March 4, 2023 Last Updated: March 4, 2023

    Kirkland Signature Sonoma County Chardonnay - Butterlicious

    If you like your Chardonnay buttery and slightly sweet, this is the one for you. We review the latest vintage of the Kirkland Signature Sonoma Chardonnay from Costco. Chardonnay from Sonoma County, California. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, Chardonnay, Costco, Kirkland Signature

    Kirkland Signature Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc – On Point

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: February 28, 2023 Last Updated: February 28, 2023

    Kirkland Signature Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc – On Point

    Even a price increase can't dampen our enthusiasm for this summer staple! We review the latest vintage of the Kirkland Signature Ti Point Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc from Costco to see if it still garners a Bulk Buy rating. Sauvignon Blanc from Ti Point Vineyard in … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, Costco, Kirkland Signature, New Zealand, Pizza Wine, Sauvignon Blanc

    Kirkland Signature Malbec - A Winner For $7

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: February 22, 2023 Last Updated: February 22, 2023

    Kirkland Signature Malbec - A Winner For $7

    Bulk Buy! The latest vintage of the Costco Kirkland Signature Malbec hits it out of the park once again. 100% Malbec from Mendoza, Argentina. The wine is aged for 12 months in French oak barrels, which is pretty amazing at this low price. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Argentina, Bulk Buy, Costco, Kirkland Signature, Malbec

    Kirkland Signature Series Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon - Still Good?

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: February 15, 2023 Last Updated: February 15, 2023

    Kirkland Signature Series Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon - Still Good?

    A big name at a low price thanks to Costco, but does it still measure up? We review the latest vintage of the Kirkland Signature Series Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon. Cabernet Sauvignon from Oakville, Napa Valley, California. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Costco, Kirkland Signature

    Kirkland Signature California Pinot Grigio Box Wine Review

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: February 12, 2023 Last Updated: February 13, 2023

    Kirkland Signature California Pinot Grigio Box Wine Review

    Tart, sweet and dirt cheap! A refreshing take on Pinot Grigio in a convenient and highly economical 3L box. We review the Kirkland Signature California Pinot Grigio Box Wine from Costco. Pinot Grigio from California. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Box Wine, California, Costco, Highly Recommended, Kirkland Signature, Pinot Grigio

    Seghesio Sonoma Zinfandel - A Consistent Crowd-Pleaser

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: February 8, 2023 Last Updated: February 9, 2023

    Seghesio Sonoma Zinfandel - A Consistent Crowd-Pleaser

    A Sonoma County classic, we review the Seghesio Sonoma Zinfandel available widely including at many Costco locations. 86% Zinfandel, 10% Petite Sirah, 2% Alicante Bouschet and 2% mixed reds from vineyards across Sonoma County including Sonoma Valley, Russian River Valley, … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, Costco, Thanksgiving, Zinfandel

    E. Guigal Cotes du Rhone Rouge - A Classic Rhone Value

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: January 26, 2023 Last Updated: January 29, 2023

    E. Guigal Cotes du Rhone Rouge - A Classic Rhone Value

    A great wine for the price that is widely available, including at some Costco locations. We review the E. Guigal Cotes du Rhone Rouge. 50% Syrah, 40% Grenache and 10% Mourvedre from vines with an average age of 35 years throughout the southern Rhone Valley of France. The … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Costco, France, France - Rhone, GSM, Red Blends

    Basilica Cafaggio Single Estate Chianti Classico - The Best $10 Chianti Classico?

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: January 23, 2023 Last Updated: January 23, 2023

    Basilica Cafaggio Single Estate Chianti Classico - The Best $10 Chianti Classico?

    Revisiting a favorite Costco find! The Basilica Cafaggio Single Estate Chianti Classico. 100% Sangiovese from vineyards in Panzano within the Chianti Classico zone in Tuscany, Italy. The wine is aged in Slavonian oak for 12 months. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Chianti, Costco, Highly Recommended, Italy, Pizza Wine, Sangiovese, Thanksgiving

    Maraia Barbera del Monferrato - Easy Elegance

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: January 19, 2023 Last Updated: January 20, 2023

    Maraia Barbera del Monferrato - Easy Elegance

    Have a juicy, fruity good time with this beauty of a Barbera from Marchesi di Barolo, the Maraia Barbera del Monferrato. Available at Costco. 100% Barbera from Maranzana, Piedmont, Italy. The wine is aged for one year in Slavonian oak barrels and has 2.1 g/L of residual … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Barbera, Costco, Highly Recommended, Italy, Pizza Wine

    Vinyes Ocults Malbec - Big Scores, But…

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: January 14, 2023 Last Updated: January 17, 2023

    Vinyes Ocults Malbec - Big Scores, But...

    Can it live up to the hype? We check out the Vinyes Ocults Malbec available at Costco for just $10. 100% Malbec from Tunuyan, Mendoza, Argentina. The wine is aged 12 months in French and American oak, 70% second use barrels and 30% third use. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Argentina, Costco, Malbec

    Kirkland Signature Bordeaux Superieur - A Bordeaux Bargain From Costco

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: January 7, 2023 Last Updated: January 10, 2023

    Kirkland Signature Bordeaux Superieur - A Bordeaux Bargain From Costco

    Is it still quite the find at only $6.99? We check out the latest vintage of the Kirkland Signature Bordeaux Superieur. 60% Cabernet Sauvignon and 40% Merlot from Bordeaux, France. It is aged in French oak for 12 months. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, Costco, France, Kirkland Signature, Red Blends, Thanksgiving

    Kirkland Signature Cabernet Sauvignon Box Wine Review

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: December 31, 2022 Last Updated: December 31, 2022

    Kirkland Signature Cabernet Sauvignon Box Wine Review

    Checking out a Costco boxed wine that is the equivalent of a $3.50 bottle, the Kirkland Signature California Cabernet Sauvignon. Cabernet Sauvignon from California. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Box Wine, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Costco, Kirkland Signature

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