Master of Wine: Best Wine Values at COSTCO

In this video, Bob Paulinski, Master of Wine discusses the new wine releases from Costco under the Kirkland Signature label. He tastes through and provides buying advice on six wines, plus one additional wine that is not under the Kirkland Signature label.
The wines are all under $20 per bottle, some under $10. As is typical with Costco, both prices and availability may vary by market. The wines in this video were purchased in Northern California.
2023 Kirkland Signature Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand $7.49
Pale color, green tinge, fresh, bright, zesty, lively acidity, medium intensity, crisp and clean. I've had many better Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, but the value is here is very good. Crowd pleaser. Good availability.
2022 Kirkland Signature Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina $6.99
One of the my favorite Kirkland wines for value from last year. The new release is also a great value. Medium deep color, purple hue, good ripe fruit character, well made, nicely balanced. A wine to buy by the case. Good availability.
2021 Kirkland Signature Bordeaux Superieur, France $6.99
This is a so-so vintage for red Bordeaux. Medium depth of color, muted, light aroma, well made, but a simple, one dimensional wine. There are better options for a value red wine in this video. Seasonal, limited availability.
2019 Kirkland Signature Rioja Reserva, Spain $7.99
30 months in oak, six months in bottle prior to release. Medium deep red, showing some slight oxidation, pretty aromatics, smokey oak, good weight, solid complexity. Mature and ready to drink now. This is a solid bargain, especially for those that prefer subtle, nuanced wines. Limited availability.
2020 Kirkland Signature St Julien, Bordeaux, France $17.99
76% Merlot, 24% Cabernet Sauvignon, not a typically for the Left Bank of Bordeaux. Good depth of color, round, decent weight, black fruit, cedar, very refined, soft styled red. A good wine from start to finish, there are better Bordeaux on the market from less prestigious appellations for the same money. Limited availability.
2021 Kirkland Signature Gigondas, Rhone, France $13.99
Grab it while you can! A textbook southern Rhone red, made from mostly Grenache with some Syrah and Mourvedre. Medium deep red, wonderful aroma, red and black fruit, savory, superbly balanced, a complete wine from start to finish. Limited availability.
2021 Headline Zinfandel Dry Creek Valley, Sonoma, CA $12.99 on promotion through April 28, 2024.
Classic Dry Creek Zin, medium deep color, red raspberry amount with spicy, savory note, full, robust, big styled red.
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  • @CrescentRollCarl
    @CrescentRollCarl3 ай бұрын

    I love when you do these Costco videos.

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    Much appreciated. I hope it proves to be helpful when you’re wine shopping. 🍷

  • @Maggie4Veritas
    @Maggie4Veritas12 күн бұрын

    I just wanted to thank you for introducing me to the Kirkland Signature Rioja Riserva. Im sure I wouldn't have picked it up if I hadn't seen your review. Wow is it delicious! My new favorite wine and the price cant be beat. For someone like me who is just leaning about wine and doesn't want to waste my money on something I wont drink, your channel has been invaluable. Thanks again!

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    12 күн бұрын

    Hi Maggie, thank you for taking time to post your comment. As for the Rioja, for a sub $10 price, it’s a great value. I’m glad we’re aligned. Going forward, I’ll post Costco wine review videos with greater frequency. Your support of my channel is very much appreciated 🍷

  • @Maggie4Veritas

    @Maggie4Veritas

    12 күн бұрын

    @@bobpaulinskimasterofwine Your are most welcome!

  • @paulgoodwin218
    @paulgoodwin2183 ай бұрын

    love the costco and trader joe's tastings. i've had quite a few and am in agreement with you on most. you're doing a great service to wine lovers all over. thanks for your insights, opinions and well presented videos like this one.

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    Paul, thank you for the good word, it’s much appreciated. Cheers! 🍷

  • @rajaboes5425
    @rajaboes54253 ай бұрын

    Hi Bob, really enjoy your content. Discovered you just a couple of months ago. The every-day quizzes are really nice! I’m from Amsterdam, so no Costco in my neighborhood😂. There’s still something to learn from these type of tastings, thanks!

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    I appreciate your comment. And thanks for playing along on the daily quiz. I visited Amsterdam over the Christmas holiday. Had a wonderful time, nice people and plenty of options good wine. The wine bars were excellent. Cheers!

  • @jcleer1
    @jcleer13 ай бұрын

    Love the Gironde from Costco. I’ve had a few bottles and fortunately have a few more. You are spot on about giving it some aeration. I give mine about an hour in the bottle or 30 minutes in the decanter. Miss the cork toss, lol

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    Jim, thanks for the comment. The cork toss will be back! 😂

  • @patriciahogg5763
    @patriciahogg57633 ай бұрын

    Thanks!!!

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the good word. 🍷

  • @Sheldonipudeli
    @Sheldonipudeli3 ай бұрын

    Thanks for sharing.

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    Thanks for watching and commenting. 🍷

  • @geoffpm
    @geoffpm3 ай бұрын

    Bob ! One of your best episodes. Great explanation, detail and tasting notes. !!!

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    Geoff, your comment made my day! Thank you. 🍷

  • @KakavashaForever
    @KakavashaForeverАй бұрын

    Great video, thanks Bob!

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    Ай бұрын

    I appreciate the note. Thanks. 🍷

  • @itsthegoodstuff
    @itsthegoodstuff3 ай бұрын

    Suggestion: You show a wine label at the start of the review. I have no idea if you like or hate it. At the end if you love it I then have to stop and rewind to find the image of the label so I can take a pic to remind myself next time in the store. Suggestion. Can you include that same label image at the end of the review. Tx...love the rest of the info.

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the suggestion. Always trying to make it easier for the viewers. Much appreciated. 🍷

  • @briant3404

    @briant3404

    2 ай бұрын

    @@bobpaulinskimasterofwine the back label is where the info is so show that please

  • @hernapa

    @hernapa

    2 ай бұрын

    These are wines he recommends and likes all of them...

  • @hereticleader4187
    @hereticleader41873 ай бұрын

    Hey Bob I have tried almost all of those wines. I enjoy them a lot and I am happy to see others enjoying them as well.

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the good word, much appreciated.

  • @greller01
    @greller013 ай бұрын

    Hi Bob, thanks for the great content. Love the uncomplicated approach of sharing your knowledge with us. It's what's separates half-educated experts from true professionals. True value here, keep up the good work!

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    @greller01, I appreciate your comment. I try to bring useful info without too much of the wine geek speak.

  • @gloriaarabitg395
    @gloriaarabitg3953 ай бұрын

    Great video….👏👏👏

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    Thank you! 👍

  • @ajohn5555
    @ajohn55553 ай бұрын

    Hey Bob awesome review you still got it buddy. Take care Alan❤

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    Hahaha! Hi Alan, much appreciated! 🍷

  • @Fuxxyoff
    @Fuxxyoff3 ай бұрын

    Another video with super quality!! Thx again. Could you do a review on your wine tools sometime?(glasses, wine screws, decanter, etc..)

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the good word. I like your idea for a video. I’ll add it to the list for future videos. 🍷

  • @jacksonfl
    @jacksonfl3 ай бұрын

    Nice job. I love that you're not a wine snob. Thanks so much for doing this for us.

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    I appreciate the comment. No snobbery, ever! 🍷

  • @johnlyngdal8601
    @johnlyngdal86013 ай бұрын

    Just finished a three evening enjoyment of a Kirkland 2019 Rioja. Amazing value that I would recommend to my wine friends. Buying and cellaring wines for nearly 5 decades, finding an inexpensive quality wines to share and recommend to others is where I find enjoyment. But I did also pick up a few bottles of 2020 Lynch-Bages at Costco just to keep some classics on hand. "Oceans of bad Zinfandels" Amen wine brother! A Ridge zinfandel will be an epiphany to zin detractors.

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    It’s always nice to have a solid, cheap wine around to pop anytime. As for Lynch Bages, the 2020 is sensational, but built for the long haul. 🍷

  • @johnlyngdal8601

    @johnlyngdal8601

    3 ай бұрын

    @@bobpaulinskimasterofwine I'm getting long in the years, but I'm still in for the long haul. If you find yourself up in Willamette Valley let me know and we'll dust off something old and sit on the back deck and enjoy.

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    @@johnlyngdal8601 Deal. I get to the Willamette Valley from time to time. You dust off a bottle, I’ll bring an old Ridge, pre-2000. 🍷

  • @johnlyngdal8601

    @johnlyngdal8601

    3 ай бұрын

    ​@@bobpaulinskimasterofwine Include the IPNC to your travel plans and transition the visit from memorable to epic.

  • @keetung6763
    @keetung67632 ай бұрын

    Hi Bob, really enjoy your channel expecally this one on Costco Brand. Kirkland Melbec is my regular table wine, never try the Sauvignon Blanc, usually Kim Crawford is baseline Sauvignon Blanc. Thanks again for the wonderful content!!

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    2 ай бұрын

    Hi Kee, I appreciate the kind words. Tue SB is worth trying. Thanks for commenting. 🍷

  • @jamescipriano204
    @jamescipriano2043 ай бұрын

    Great video Bob! Looks like I'm going to Costco - Hopefully they have Gigondas and the Zin here in the motor city.

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    Hi James, thanks for the good word. I hope you can find it. Cheers!

  • @andrewkarl5174
    @andrewkarl51743 ай бұрын

    I’ve never been disappointed with Kirkland wines. A great value is their Champagne. I’ll have to look for the wines you profiled. Great video, thanks.

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the good word. Much appreciated.

  • @minjang5695
    @minjang56953 ай бұрын

    I tasted 2021 Kirkland Signature Bordeaux Superieur the next day I opened it, and it was really really good.

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    That’s good news! 🍷

  • @dr.d723
    @dr.d7232 ай бұрын

    Thank you for doing the video! I went out and purchased four of your recommendations - the 2021 Gigondas, the 2021 Headline Zinfandel (and also the Cabernet Sauvignon), the Rioja Reserva and the Argentinian Malbec. The only one I was disappointed with was the Gigondas. It lacked the body and balance of similar Rhone blends from 2021. The surprise for me was the wonderful Headline Cabernet Sauvignon. Headline is a new winery for me. It was fairly fruit forward but with nice tannins for its young age. I will put this one down for another year or so. Thank you for the recommendations!

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    2 ай бұрын

    I’m glad to read most hit the mark. As for the Gigondas, i obviously liked it more, but these things happen from time to time. Thanks for the good word! 🍷

  • @Mt-ue9qz
    @Mt-ue9qz3 ай бұрын

    My first time watching your channel. Very nicely done. I am a huge fan of Zinfandel wine and am often unhappy to see how few are offered at restaurants in and out of my area (CA). It's such a shame, but, maybe more available for me to buy then. Thank you for the references. I will try three of these very soon. ☮️ & 🍷 to all. ching!

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    I’m glad you found my channel! We’re aligned with Zin! I hope you come back for more videos. Cheers. 🍷

  • @UncleHoCM
    @UncleHoCM3 ай бұрын

    Love this channel. A Robert Parker at our disposal, haha.

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the good word. I’m often called Robert, it gives me the same initials as Parker! 😂

  • @jpdonovan3753
    @jpdonovan37533 ай бұрын

    Bob! You're back! So glad to see this video. Thought we'd lost ya. ;-)

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    Hi there,over the recent weeks, I’ve had a heavy workload, lots of travel, noisy construction near my home and then a bad head cold. Not good for making videos. I’m back in the groove!

  • @jpdonovan3753

    @jpdonovan3753

    3 ай бұрын

    @@bobpaulinskimasterofwine Of course! Life happens. I'm just thrilled to see ya again. 🙂

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    @@jpdonovan3753 I really appreciate the kind words. Many more videos to come.

  • @killopatra_
    @killopatra_3 ай бұрын

    I always appreciate these Costco videos, Bob. Personally, I've enjoyed the Bordeaux Superieur with a long decant..especially for the price. I have also enjoyed their sauv blanc but tend to find it overly citric/one dimensional in that sense. Anyway, thank you!

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the good word. If you enjoyed the Bordeaux, look for the Rioja. It’s a very good in more restrained style. Marlborough SB and citrus tend to go hand in hand.

  • @lauracanna2201
    @lauracanna22013 ай бұрын

    I would love to put my hands on the Zinfandel. Applause 👏 to you for stating that you love Zinfandel, in a world that seems to snob it. It's my absolute favourite grape! 😍

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    Zin fans unite! 😂

  • @kathleenworkman3884
    @kathleenworkman38843 ай бұрын

    Bob, would you mind reviewing and suggesting sparkling wines, including roses’ from Costco, please. You may have done it before but as a new subscriber, I can’t find any videos on this subject. Thank you so much for helping us on a budget navigate the world of wine.

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    Hi Kathleen, thank you for subscribing. I’ve included some Costco sparkling wines in previous videos, but I’ve not focused solely on sparkling. It’s a good idea, it’s added to the list, likely latter part of May or early June.

  • @montrey123
    @montrey1233 ай бұрын

    Cork Toss! It made me sub. It is a must!

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    It’ll be back in the next video! 😂🤣

  • @matthewbykowski2353
    @matthewbykowski23533 ай бұрын

    You always put out great content, but your Kirkland wine reviews are my favorites (TJ & Aldi wine reviews are up there too). I already have the Bordeaux and the Malbec on my wine rack. I now have a couple others to pick up. Seeing your review, maybe I'll save the Bordeaux for the in-laws, LOL. Thank you for this very well done, super helpful video.

  • @matthewbykowski2353

    @matthewbykowski2353

    3 ай бұрын

    And based on your other comments, I'm looking forward to the cork toss returning. 😄

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    Thank you for the kind words: Last night, I tried the Rioja Res again, it’s very good. I’m glad to read your in-laws are covered. 😂

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    Definitely! 😂

  • @user-bz9hj7se7g
    @user-bz9hj7se7g3 ай бұрын

    You are the best costco wine reviwer ever!

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    That was unexpected! Thank you. I'll mix in more Costco reviews.

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    I just subscribed to your channel. Good videos.

  • @user-bz9hj7se7g

    @user-bz9hj7se7g

    3 ай бұрын

    @@bobpaulinskimasterofwine I will go get some wine you recommend tomorrow!! Though there is a proce gap between Korea and the US, I think your choice is the best option for me!!

  • @user-bz9hj7se7g

    @user-bz9hj7se7g

    3 ай бұрын

    @@bobpaulinskimasterofwine Tomorrow, I will get some wine that you recommend! Although there is a price gap between Korea and the US, your choice is still valid here!! Thx!!

  • @carlcadregari7768
    @carlcadregari77683 ай бұрын

    Good stuff. Unfortunately we don’t have wine in our COSTCO here in NY. Thanks.

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    Sorry to hear that!

  • @jeffryborror4883

    @jeffryborror4883

    2 ай бұрын

    Costco in Connecticut has wine if you can get across the border.

  • @snorchy1
    @snorchy13 ай бұрын

    Just discovered your show. Great theme! Just what I needed. Let me ask you how does an Argentine wine find its way into French Oak? thx.

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    I’m glad you found my channel. The use of French oak reaches much of the wine world. French oak is sourced from the center of the country. Highly regulated. The grain tends to be super tight. It leads to a very subtle oak character. It’s largely become the industry standard.

  • @thomasgoldenhands3604
    @thomasgoldenhands36043 ай бұрын

    Love the hair.

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    Hahaha! Thanks for that! I was long overdue for a trim!

  • @donwoodall9487
    @donwoodall94873 ай бұрын

    Been buying the Gigondas for a while and often suggested it to folks in the aisles. Best wine value in Costco

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    Fantastic wine value. 🍷

  • @stimutacss

    @stimutacss

    3 ай бұрын

    gone last week in hawaii@@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

  • @numanuma20
    @numanuma203 ай бұрын

    Would the odd growing pattern of Zinfandel be tricky to pick as well to get the perfect grapes for the wine?

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    First, the odd growing pattern is not a given. It depends on the vintage, age of the vines and vineyard management. Second, the odd growing pattern is not necessarily a negative. Many Zin will have a ripe, sometimes jammy character from the ripe and over ripe fruit. Some underripe fruit will lend acidity to counter the riper fruit. It’s all about balance.

  • @larrydalton2205
    @larrydalton22053 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the report. Unfortunately at my closest Costco there is no Gigondas, Headline Dry Creek Zinfandel and even the Kirkland Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc is all gone and i wanted to buy some more bottles of it as it is a great value wine.

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    Larry, my guess is the new vintage of SB hasn’t yet arrived to your Costco. The Gigondas and Zin are more limited.

  • @larrydalton2205

    @larrydalton2205

    3 ай бұрын

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine7234 For sure more limited on Gigondas and Zin. The SB had a huge pallet when I bought several bottles a month ago. Or maybe they moved it up front like they do occasionally. Have you tried the 2019 Ch Dauzac and 2019 Clos Marsalette that I've seen there? I haven't opened a bottle yet.

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    @@larrydalton2205 I’ve had the 2019 Dauzac, but not bought at Costco. What’s the price? If it’s around $40, it’s a bargain.

  • @larrydalton2205

    @larrydalton2205

    3 ай бұрын

    @@bobpaulinskimasterofwine Costco price is $30 for the Dauzac.

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    @@larrydalton2205 That’s a good price. $10 to $15 below the norm.

  • @matthiasmartin4355
    @matthiasmartin43552 ай бұрын

    I really like drinking Primitivo di Manduria even though the wine experts detest the grape variety and claim it is boring.

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    2 ай бұрын

    I like it as well. The boring versions are mostly from cooperatives. Estate producers can be excellent.

  • @brianmadsen9536
    @brianmadsen95363 ай бұрын

    Bob I can never find Bordeaux, Gigondas, or Borolo at either of my local Costco. Is it the time of year that I go? I’ve checked at both Kalamazoo and Grand Rapids.

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    Hi Brian, the Bordeaux and Gigondas have just recently hit the stores on the west coast. Both should have national distribution. Didn’t see the Barolo.

  • @briand2614
    @briand26143 ай бұрын

    I had the 2022 Kirkland CDP tonight. In the glass it looks like a Pinot, light, but very ripe in the mouth. 70% Grenache, and 10% each of Syrah, Mourvèdre, and Cinsault. Touch hot on the finish(15%), but definitely worth the $19.99. Say 6 bottles, not a case. 😉

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    Hi Brian. I’ve not yet tried the 22 CdP. Too many are now bumping up in alcohol, plenty of hot vintages. I’ll look for it next time at Costco. Thanks. 🍷

  • @briand2614

    @briand2614

    2 ай бұрын

    In all honesty I bought 2 bottles and that is probably where I will leave it. I still have about 6 bottles of the 2018 Gigondas. I think it is a more structured wine.

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    2 ай бұрын

    @@briand2614 ‘18 for Gigondas is a very solid vintage.

  • @juanmanuelmunozhernandez7032
    @juanmanuelmunozhernandez70323 ай бұрын

    Really nice line-up. Wine at Costco's must really be a prominent thing in English-speaking countries. I'm waiting for the latest vintages of Gigondas and Bordeaux Superieur so I can taste them and compare with your notes later on, but they're really far back (even the Bdx Sup which sells quite well). I'm in good terms with the distributor who works at my local Costco in southern Madrid area, and it turns out they've cleared off a large portion of their international stuff. Nowadays what you can find is mostly a decent selection of otherwise easy-to-find wines in just about any place in Spain :(

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    Costco is the largest wine retailer in the US and a major player in several other countries around the world. Too bad about the Madrid Costco.

  • @juanmanuelmunozhernandez7032

    @juanmanuelmunozhernandez7032

    3 ай бұрын

    @@bobpaulinskimasterofwine I think they kept a few more in the other Costco up in the (wealthier) northern Madrid. They've removed great mid-priced wines and now they only sell the Crus Classés Left and Right Bank. Not quite ready to give away that much cash!

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    @@juanmanuelmunozhernandez7032 Sounds like it’s what the market is buying.

  • @vktravellog1242
    @vktravellog12423 ай бұрын

    The malbec is my go too and is consistent. Got the 2021 chianti and I find it a little too light

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    Malbec👍 Didn’t see the Chianti.

  • @ufcgoliath4785
    @ufcgoliath47853 ай бұрын

    Costco Malbec is great for the price.

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    Definitely and the new vintage is very good. 🍷

  • @joesmith7427
    @joesmith74273 ай бұрын

    You could list the wines on the time line, that way we know what is coming up!!

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    I'll look into it. Thanks,

  • @qilu2004
    @qilu20042 ай бұрын

    When do these seasonal offerings show up on the racks? My souther CA costco stores don’t have any. I have been paying attention for months.

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    2 ай бұрын

    That's odd, there are widely available in NorCal, also hearing from other states where the wines are in stock.

  • @elizabethvanvliet2380
    @elizabethvanvliet23803 ай бұрын

    Does anyone find the Gigondas at Florida costco locations, or is more of a west coast find?

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    Not sure about FL, but it generally sees broad distribution, although it is a seasonal item.

  • @matthewbykowski2353
    @matthewbykowski23533 ай бұрын

    Looking through a flyer for a local wine seller, I see lot's of reviewer scores for various wines. It got me to wondering, how would you score these wines? You being a professional, I'd completely understand why it might be something you aren't interested in doing. Thanks.

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    I've been hesitant to attach scores to wines in my videos. A score represents a snapshot in time, as the wine aging, it'll change, plus many variables comes into play. A score also provides little value without a broader context. There's also a hefty dose of subjectivity. For me, the Gigondas and Zin were the top two wines in the video. For value for the money, the Malbec and Rioja Reserva are excellent.

  • @matthewbykowski2353

    @matthewbykowski2353

    3 ай бұрын

    @@bobpaulinskimasterofwine For more insightful reasons than I was thinking, but that makes sense to me. Thanks for taking the time to respond. You do a great job articulating your interest in these. Thanks.

  • @matthewbykowski2353

    @matthewbykowski2353

    3 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the response, I completely understand. You do very clearly provide your opinion including values (without a score). I appreciate that and certainly know what to try. Thanks again. @@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

  • @danf321
    @danf3213 ай бұрын

    Vivino only rated the great Kirkland Gigondas only 3.4, which is why I don’t trust Vivino. Another great wine at Costco is the Chilean Sideral red blend. Cab, Petit Verdot, Cab Franc and Carmenere. Fantastic wine for $16.99!!

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    I don’t give Vivino much attention. I didn’t see the Chilean red blend. I’ll keep an eye open for it. 🍷

  • @marciobukowski9836

    @marciobukowski9836

    3 ай бұрын

    Do they have Sideral? It's a great wine

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    @@marciobukowski9836 Didn’t see it.

  • @danf321

    @danf321

    3 ай бұрын

    @@marciobukowski9836 My Costco has Sideral. I bought 4 bottles.

  • @allandonovan4620
    @allandonovan46203 ай бұрын

    Question???? How will these wines improve after carafing??

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    Here’s my experience with each after about an hour of aeration. I didn’t carafe any, but the bottles were left open minus a few ounce pour that was used in the video. ‘22 Malbec, no change ‘21 Bordeaux Superieur, slightly more aroma, but negligible ‘19 Rioja Res, it drinks well, from the moments it’s opened, holds together well with aeration ‘20 St Julien, improved aroma, more expressive and pronounced ‘21 Gigondas, very good right out of the gate, gains more range and intensity with aeration. ‘21 Zin, develops well with aeration, gains intensity, the wine was a bit softer as well. I hope this helps. 🍷

  • @allandonovan4620

    @allandonovan4620

    3 ай бұрын

    Thanks…. I am a big proponent of carafing especially screw tops and young wines. I’m in San Diego and the Costco in Carlsbad usually has all the “good stuff” because corporate HQ is close. We use the CA Chardonnay as our house wine 🍷

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    @@allandonovan4620Lucky you, you’re in the right place! I’ve been in that Costco. Very nice!🍷

  • @rontoomey1187
    @rontoomey11873 ай бұрын

    Need to use a better wine glass! One that is as large, but more tapering to the top in order to smell the essence of the wine!

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    Thanks for commenting. I’ve used the same Schott Zwiesel glasses for many years. Same glass that I used in passing the MW exam. The bowl is large and it is tapered. What do you use?

  • @rontoomey1187

    @rontoomey1187

    3 ай бұрын

    Since you passed the "MW exam" with this glass; enough said! I use the ISO Tasting glass and on occasion, will use a (Dorset Brandi Snifter Glass); HA!

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    @@rontoomey1187 Hi Ron, I appreciate the comment. The ISO tasting glass is used at many trade events and wine competitions. As for the snifter, funny stuff! haha!

  • @freddieslaughter1107
    @freddieslaughter11073 ай бұрын

    How about Sam's Club wine?

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    Maybe, I'll need to get a membership!

  • @kaliberconsulting5884
    @kaliberconsulting58842 ай бұрын

    which city in Nor Cal?

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    2 ай бұрын

    I live in Concord.

  • @kaliberconsulting5884

    @kaliberconsulting5884

    2 ай бұрын

    @@bobpaulinskimasterofwine nice. I am in San Jose.

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    2 ай бұрын

    @@kaliberconsulting5884 Small world.

  • @joesmith7427
    @joesmith74273 ай бұрын

    NEW LAW IN FLORIDA- wine bottles and boxes can now be bigger thanks to a new state law the Governor signed the other date in Florida!! 😊❤

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    I'll need to research the change. Thanks for commenting.

  • @aniljoshi948

    @aniljoshi948

    2 ай бұрын

    Guess, you guys down there would need much bigger bottles thru the election year😢😜😂

  • @ahumpage
    @ahumpage3 ай бұрын

    I agree wholeheartedly with your assessment of the Kirkland Bordeaux, but we will have to agree to differ on the Rioja (BTW, the "j" is pronounced like the "ch" in the Scottish loch, please don't perpetuate that mispronunciation). I am no MW, but I have been a serious student of wines of the Iberian peninsula for decades. Palates vary, sometimes quite a lot, but I was bitterly disappointed in this Kirkland Rioja Reserva. Weak nose, little taste, decent tannin and dry, but no finish. Just watery and uninteresting IMO. And, I bought a case.....

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    Yes, palates do vary. I respect all opinions. I popped a second bottle of the Rioja a couple of days after making the video. I’m staying with my opinion, it’s a solid wine for the money. Have you tried more than one bottle? Is it possible your first bottle was corked? As for the pronunciation, I’ll try to do better 😂 Thank you for commenting. Cheers 🍷

  • @denisdonohue1863
    @denisdonohue18633 ай бұрын

    I hate reckless again! Too acidic!

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    The Sauvignon Blanc?

  • @denisdonohue1863

    @denisdonohue1863

    3 ай бұрын

    @@bobpaulinskimasterofwine 🤣 reckless aging in general.

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    @@denisdonohue1863Got it. I’ve had my fair share of that! 😂

  • @Heimyankel
    @Heimyankel3 ай бұрын

    That Malbec punches way above it weight and offers terrific value. I'll dare to disagree about the Gigondas. I found it dull and lifeless.

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    Thanks for commenting. I’m glad we agree on the Malbec. As for the Gigondas, we’re at opposite extremes. I had a second bottle, enjoyed it as much as the first. We disagree on this one. Cheers.

  • @jdmasur732
    @jdmasur7323 ай бұрын

    Marlborough is harsh.

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    Preferences vary. Thankfully there are plenty of options.

  • @jdmasur732

    @jdmasur732

    3 ай бұрын

    @@bobpaulinskimasterofwine well, yeah, but if someone has a very mild Cali sav blanc in mind for a walleye fish dinner, this will be overwhelming to the point of making your dinner guests unable to taste the fish.

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    @@jdmasur732 Walleye? Are you from the Midwest? Walleye is fantastic and yes, a fresh, bright white wine is right with it, nothing too overt.

  • @jdmasur732

    @jdmasur732

    3 ай бұрын

    @@bobpaulinskimasterofwine hey, now that we're going down this path, not many wine reviews or tastings here do food pairings. I've been to wineries in Napa, Sonoma, Palo Alto, the Biltmore and along Lake Erie. None included food. In Tuscany, we went to 6 wineries and had two pairing meals catered in our villa. All had food. It was very cool to have that experience.

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    @@jdmasur732I sometimes mention food pairings in my videos. KZread provides a high level of detail on video performance. When food pairings were included, the videos had a retention drop off. Perhaps I need to rethink how food is worked into the videos. Thanks for raising the point.

  • @aniljoshi948
    @aniljoshi9482 ай бұрын

    I am sorry Bob, Malrlborow SB (2023) is perhaps the worst wine I have ever had! It’s worst than drinking vinegar straight! I hope that the rest of your choices are better than this one.

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    2 ай бұрын

    Oh no! Is it possible you picked up a bad bottle? Was the color dark? Your vinegar comment leads me to believe this could be an off bottle.

  • @williamwoody7607
    @williamwoody76073 ай бұрын

    What’s with all the cap and cork throwing? Not sure if it feels b offbeat and cool to you but it’s rather forced and uncool. Kind of Pop Pop goofy.

  • @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    @bobpaulinskimasterofwine

    3 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the comment.