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The Best Wines at Costco

Costco is the number one wine retailer in the U.S. and just one look at their low wine prices should tell you why! Read on for our Complete Guide to Costco Wine.

The Best Wines at Costco - The Reverse Wine Snob Picks!
The reason for those low prices 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, very low.) Their selection isn't the broadest but they do tend to bring in some very nice wines, especially in the under $20 price point.

While most of their 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 in some states you don't even need a Costco membership to shop the store!

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 that means it is a close-out and is not coming back. We've heard stories of some amazing close-out deals on wine. 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. In fact, many times these are almost identical to wines sold under the wineries original label, at 50% or less of the price.

Like to shop at Trader Joe's and Aldi too? Check 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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Palacios Remondo La Montesa – Darn Good Garnacha

By: Jon Thorsen Last Updated: December 1, 2020

Palacios Remondo La Montesa – Darn Good Garnacha

An excellent Costco find made from Rioja's other big red grape, the Palacios Remondo La Montesa. 92% Garnacha plus 8% Tempranillo … [Read more...]

Published: December 1, 2020 Filed Under: Bulk Buy, Costco, Garnacha, Spain - Rioja

Kirkland Signature Chianti Classico Riserva – Too Good To Be True?

By: Jon Thorsen Last Updated: January 11, 2021

Kirkland Signature Chianti Classico Riserva - Too Good To Be True?

A combination of factors make this wine seem almost too good to be true, the Kirkland Signature Chianti Classico Riserva from … [Read more...]

Published: November 24, 2020 Filed Under: $8 Italian Reds, Bulk Buy, Chianti, Kirkland Signature

Kirkland Signature Russian River Valley Pinot Noir – Quite Solid

By: Jon Thorsen Last Updated: November 17, 2020

Kirkland Signature Russian River Valley Pinot Noir – Quite Solid

Pretty tasty Pinot for just $13, the Kirkland Signature Russian River Valley Pinot Noir from Costco. Pinot Noir from Russian River … [Read more...]

Published: November 17, 2020 Filed Under: California - Russian River Valley, Kirkland Signature, Pinot Noir, Thanksgiving

North Forty-Five.2 Pauillac – Pauillac In A Pinch

By: Jon Thorsen Last Updated: November 6, 2020

North Forty-Five.2 Pauillac – Pauillac In A Pinch

A wine from an exclusive region in Bordeaux at an unheard of price, the North Forty-Five.2 Pauillac from Costco. Here's another … [Read more...]

Published: November 6, 2020 Filed Under: Costco, France, Red Blends

Ego Bodegas Infinito – Dark, Brooding and Delicious

By: Jon Thorsen Last Updated: October 30, 2020

Ego Bodegas Infinito - Dark, Brooding and Delicious

Our latest Costco pick - a Monastrell based blend boasting big scores and 18 months in oak, the Ego Bodegas Infinito Red Blend. A … [Read more...]

Published: October 30, 2020 Filed Under: Costco, Highly Recommended, Monastrell, Red Blends, Spain, Vegan

Sokol Blosser Evolution Lucky No. 9 White – A Masterful Creation

By: Jon Thorsen Last Updated: October 20, 2020

Sokol Blosser Evolution Lucky No. 9 White - A Masterful Creation

Smooth, crisp and tasty and now available in a box! The Sokol Blosser Evolution Lucky No. 9 White Blend. A white blend of 9 different … [Read more...]

Published: October 20, 2020 Filed Under: Box Wine, Bulk Buy, Costco, Oregon, White Blends

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