It's been a little while since we've come across a bottle of straight Monastrell (Mourvedre) at Costco. Our last review on one of these wines was just about two years ago with the very tasty Ego Infinito which we rated 90 points.
Retail price for this bottle seems to be around $20 with some online outlets selling it for between $15-$18, so Costco's $7.89 price is the best around by a wide margin.
Note the special price indicator (ends in $.78) and it also has the star on the top right of the placard indicating once this wine is gone, it may not be restocked.
Medium to dark purple in the glass, red and dark berry aromas which carry through to the palate; medium plus in body with grippy tannins; nice flavors of raspberry, blackberry, even a little cranberry; long, dry finish.
This wine drinks way above its price point. 90 points from us, with a big recommendation for fans of Spanish reds, and especially those looking for something a bit different than the usual varietals.
CostcoWineBlog.com Rating: 90 Points
Costco item number: 1629078
Availability: We buy our wine in Costco warehouses around the Atlanta area. The best way to locate wines near you is by using the Costco mobile app and searching with the Costco item number we listed above.
Alc. 14.5%
NBill Moriarty says
One of my favorite varietals. Hope it shows up at our Costco.
LAWRENCE D DUTRA says
Ya can’t go wrong with Jorge Ordonez wines from Spain!
Pam Olsen says
Just found this at the Brandon, FL Costco for $3.97!
Denise says
Yep…Tampa, too!
Curtis Giesecke says
Purchased today for $3.97 at the Jacksonville Gate Parkway warehouse. Great deal.
Editor says
That's a steal