2021 Kirkland Signature Willamette Valley Pinot Noir

We are happy to see this Pinot arriving in stores a little early this year. We typically see this in Q2, April-timeframe, and it’s been a consistent winner over the years.

The price remains $12.99, which is down from the $14.99 price tag we saw on this bottle for a few vintages. And it’s always been a solid buy for quality Pinot from one of our favorite areas.

Our reviews over the years keep this bottle in the high 80’s, one 90 point rating on the 2018 vintage that we really enjoyed.

2017 vintage: 89 points

2018 vintage: 90 points

2019 vintage: 89 points

2020 vintage: 89 points

This new 2021 vintage tasted a little different than the prior one as we compare notes. Similar nose and mouthfeel but a little lighter on the flavor.

Nose is red berry fruit; medium body; cherry, raspberry, blueberry flavors; nice acidity and pleasant all around; enjoyable, but just a slight step down from the prior year.

We’re going to bring the rating down just one point to 88. Still a very good buy, especially at this price, and a bottle fans of Willamette Pinot should give a taste.

CostcoWineBlog.com Rating: 88 points

Costco item number: 975274

Purchased at Costco in: Atlanta, GA (Kennesaw)

Alc. 13%