I've been waiting for this one for a while! Barolo is a wine I love (I think everyone does right?), but I've never tried the Kirkland Signature version. At just $19, it's the cheapest Barolo I've ever seen. This is an exceptionally expensive wine varietal that usually commands 3 or 4 figure fees. Why is Barolo so […]| Wine Turtle
I've bought a few wine refrigerators over the years and it can be a confusing leap into the unknown. Wine fridges come in a variety of shapes, sizes, styles, and types. To ensure you get the perfect wine refrigerator for your home, you should have some details firmly in mind before you start shopping. So, what do […]| Wine Turtle
Pinot Noir is one of those grapes that you just don’t seem to get on the cheap anymore.This specific bottle comes from the prestigious vineyards of Carneros, Napa Valley. A quick search on wine.com reveals that just one other Carneros Pinot is available sub twenty bucks at $16. So, you can imagine how surprised (and excited) […]| Wine Turtle
The Kirkland Signature Series Stags Leap District Cabernet Sauvignon never stays on the shelves for long, so I was quick to add this year's release to my shopping cart.At just $24 it's probably the cheapest you'll ever see wine from this region. But, how does it taste? Let's find out! Table of Contents 1Wine Specs2Appearance3Nose4Palate5Score […]| Wine Turtle
Today, I'm back with another Kirkland Signature wine. This is one of their most popular and longest running wines, it's the Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. I've tasted some great Kirkland wine recently (check out my review of the Columbia Valley Cab) so this Napa Cab has big boots to fill. Let's get into it! Table of […]| Wine Turtle
My quest to find the best budget Cabernet Sauvignon has lead me to this popular $7 offering from the Robert Mondavi Winery. To be honest, I was starting to lose a little faith in cheap cab until I tasted the amazing Kirkland Signature Columbia Valley 2021 recently. So, I come into this wine tasting with a […]| Wine Turtle
Costco might just be my favorite place to buy wine. I don't think there's another place that has such 'hidden gem' potential. Some of the Kirkland Signature Series wines are seriously undervalued and can take you by surprise with their quality.This 2021 Kirkland Signature Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is one such wine. In this review, I'll give […]| Wine Turtle
Whispering Angel has become the headline act for Provence rosé in recent years. It is part of the Chateaux d'Esclans wine portfolio, well known for its spellbinding rosés. But, what makes it stand out and does it offer good value for money? Well, I've just finished tasting the 2022 vintage and here's what I thought. Table of Contents […]| Wine Turtle
In this guide, I explain the transformative world of oak aging, where barrels are not just containers, but tools, subtly shaping the character of every wine. Discover how this age-old art blends science and tradition, creating the wines we know and love. Table of Contents 1Why is Wine Aged in Oak?2Oak Barrel Aging - A More […]| Wine Turtle
Don't miss my Yellow Tail Cabernet Sauvignon Review. Loved by millions it must be good right? Find out as I taste & review the popular Cab!| Wine Turtle - Wine at a slower pace