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.
This wine is available exclusively at Costco for just $9.99. It is made by winemaker Alison Crowe who makes a number of the Kirkland Signature wines including the excellent Kirkland Carneros Pinot Noir.
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From the bottle:
We carefully farm each of our Alexander Valley vineyards to produce a finely layered Cabernet Sauvignon. Thick skins and balanced acidity result in rich tannins and superior color while flavors of cherry, ripe plums and black currants combine with savory notes of black tea and leather. American oak delivers a touch of vanilla while French oak contributes character and complexity to the wine which finishes with a burst of sun-ripened fruit.
Alison Crowe, Winemaker
Cellared & Bottled by DC Flynt MW Domaines & Estates
14% Alcohol
Today we're revisiting a wine that we have thoroughly enjoyed in the past, over many vintages. And while some of those vintages have been better than others, this bottle has always been worth the price. Let's check out the 2020.
The 2020 Kirkland Signature Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon begins with a strong and harmonious aroma of black cherry, plum, cedar, vanilla and some nice minty herbal notes. It's a promising start!
Taking a sip reveals a smooth and soft mouthfeel with lots of vanilla-soaked and juicy dark berry fruit. This vintage doesn't seem to have quite as much oak influence and doesn't need quite as much air as in the past to be ready to drink, but it does seem to have a touch more residual sugar which adds to the mass appeal.
Touches of mocha lead into the dry, long finish of lingering vanilla and mint. Once again, this is quite a nice Cab for just $10. It was just as good on day 2.
2020 Kirkland Signature Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
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And here's our review of the similar 2019 vintage:
The 2019 Kirkland Signature Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon begins with a strong, enticing and harmonious aroma of black cherry, plum, cedar, vanilla and some nice minty herbal notes. It's certainly a promising start!
Taking a sip reveals a smooth and soft mouthfeel with lots of vanilla-soaked and juicy dark berry fruit. With a bit more oak influence in this vintage, the wine really benefits from some air.
Touches of mocha lead into the dry, long finish of lingering vanilla and mint. Once again, this is quite a nice Cab for just $10. Highly recommended.