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New Kirkland Signature Release is a Delightful Mash Up of Old and New Worlds

Bin of bottles of Kirkland Signature 2014 Ribera del Duero Gran Reserva

Fast Facts: 2014 Kirkland Signature Gran Reserva, Ribera del Duero, Spain ($13.99 @Costco in California – Item #1169328) The nice thing about featuring Kirkland Signature wines here is that they are distributed nationally within the chain. Branded wines that we choose to feature on this blog can be hit or miss depending on where you … Read moreNew Kirkland Signature Release is a Delightful Mash Up of Old and New Worlds

A big, bold red wine from Chile – and Costco!

Front label of 2016 Aresti Trisquel Gran Reserva Red Blend Wine

The Aresti 2016 Gran Reserva ($12.99 at Costco) is what we refer to in the wine business as a “big red wine.”  Yeah, it’s a technical term… Fast facts: 2016 Aresti Trisquel Gran Reserva Red Blend, Curicó Valley, Chile  ($12.99 @Costco; California – Costco Item #: 1314386)     Unlike past visits, my most recent wine spelunking expedition to … Read moreA big, bold red wine from Chile – and Costco!