![]() ![]() Here's the full listing of what's in this year's box along with our tasting notes on each: If, on the other hand, you look at this as more of a fun exploration of varieties and regions you wouldn't typically consume, then this has the potential to be lots of fun even if many of the wines are just not that great (or even downright bad). You will undoubtedly be disappointed by what you find. If you're expecting every wine to be great, the Costco Wine Advent Calendar is not for you (witness last year's version - see below for more on that). One other note (written before we've tried this year's wines) as we've gotten this question a few times. The regions even include off the beaten path places like Hungary, North Macedonia, Georgia, Moldova and Luxembourg in addition to the tried true like Italy, Spain, Portugal and France. That includes varieties like Macabeo, Fernao Pires, Saperavi and Rivaner. Of course, what really matters here is the wine and in addition to the usual suspects like Cab, Merlot, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc they've also included some really unique and interesting varieties and regions that have the potential to truly make this an adventure. They definitely did a nice job with little cut-outs for each day so if you want to be surprised you certainly can be. The Brewer’s Advent Calendar retails at $59.99 and the Wine Advent Calendar retails at $99.99.Want to get an email reminder of the Kirkland Signature wines to watch for each month?īefore we get to the wines, let's take a look at the packaging. Some Costco’s already have the calendars on the shelf, because it is almost time for Michael Buble to come out of hibernation. ![]() When can I get Costco’s Beer and Wine Advent Calendars? ![]() Highlights for this year include the Zwönitzer Steinbier and the Ladenburger Weizenbock. Kalea created Costco’s Brewer’s Advent Calendar and every year, the selection includes exclusive European brews. Some of the wines in the advent calendar include: We just go with the standard “this tastes good” that works for everything but merlot. If you really want to bring out your inner sommelier, make sure to check out their website to see a full description of each wine, including the wine profile, its blend setting, and the wine tasting process. All which pair well with roast goose or whatever it is you’re serving for the holidays. The Wine Advent-ure calendar is made by Flying Blue Imports, with international wine that highlight a wide range of varietals from Zinfandels to Brut champagne. Since drinking a bottle a night for 24 days straight seems just a smidge excessive, the wine calendar uses 375mL half bottles. Each bottle in the beer calendar is 16.9 oz. (The pink looks great, dear.)Įach advent calendar comes with 24 half bottles of either beer or wine. ![]() Last year there were two versions of the wine advent calendar, but there’s just the one this year, so that’s one less decision you have to make. And not just with their endless supply of Kirkland wine.įor 2021, Costco’s wine advent calendar is back and so is the beer version, reminding us once again that the perfect way to countdown to Christmas is through the gift of alcohol. And, like always, Costco has got our backs. It’s not even Halloween yet, but we’re already looking forward to some Christmastime drinking. ![]()
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