(Ranked 2025) Costco’s Holiday Best-of-the-Best Wines for Christmas & New Year’s

Need party bottles that taste pricey without the splurge?

This roundup spotlights Costco’s best-of-the-best whites and bubbly—crisp, crowd-friendly picks perfect for holiday appetizers, Christmas dinner pairings, and New Year’s midnight toasts.

Kirkland Signature Ti Point Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2025 | $6.99 | White Wine

• Description: A classic New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc produced by the renowned Ti Point winery, known for its punchy aromatics and vibrant acidity.

• User Comment: Reddit users on r/wine frequently label this as the “ultimate value white,” with one user noting, “It’s as consistent as the rotisserie chicken but much more refreshing.”

• Taste Test: Intense flavors of passionfruit, grapefruit, and fresh-cut grass with a crisp, zesty finish.

Kirkland Signature Brut Champagne | $22.99 | Sparkling Wine

• Description: True Champagne from the French region, produced by Manuel Janisson; the 2025 release features a Pinot Meunier-forward blend.

• User Comment: On X (formerly Twitter), wine enthusiasts are calling the $22.99 price point (a slight 2025 increase) still “unbeatable for real French bubbly.”

• Taste Test: Complex notes of toasted brioche, lemon curd, and green apple with a fine, elegant bubble structure.

Kirkland Signature Asolo Prosecco Superiore | $7.99 | Sparkling Wine

• Description: Sourced from the prestigious Asolo region of Italy, this “Superiore” DOCG label indicates a much higher quality than standard grocery store Prosecco.

• User Comment: A popular comment on r/Costco claims, “This is the fire emoji of budget bubbles—not too sweet and perfect for holiday spritzes.”

• Taste Test: Floral aromatics of jasmine and white peach with a clean, dry mineral finish.

Kirkland Signature Premier Cru Chablis | $22.99 | White Wine

• Description: A high-end holiday “unicorn” at Costco that usually hits shelves in late November and sells out by Christmas; it is 100% Chardonnay from Burgundy.

• User Comment: According to the 2025 Costco Wine Blog, “The Chablis slapped this year; it has that expensive flinty character you usually pay $50 for.”

• Taste Test: High acidity with notes of tart green apple, citrus peel, and a distinct chalky minerality.

Diatom Chardonnay Santa Barbara | $18.99 | White Wine

• Description: A standout 2025 “guest brand” often found in the wooden bins; this is a stainless-steel fermented Chardonnay that avoids the heavy oak of typical California styles.

• User Comment: One Reddit user raved, “Finally a Chardonnay for people who hate oak. It’s lean, mean, and incredibly sophisticated for under $20.”

• Taste Test: Pure fruit profile of lemon blossom and saline minerals with a piercing, refreshing finish.

Kirkland Signature Pinot Grigio Friuli | $4.99 | White Wine

• Description: Sourced from the Friuli-Venezia Giulia region of Italy, this is Costco’s most “cost-effective” white wine for large parties.

• User Comment: “The $5 miracle bottle,” says one X user. “It’s way better than it has any right to be and makes for a perfect ‘opening’ wine for guests.”

• Taste Test: Light-bodied and crisp with gentle flavors of pear, honeydew melon, and white flowers.

Kirkland Signature Sancerre | $19.99 | White Wine

• Description: A 100% Sauvignon Blanc from the Loire Valley in France, representing one of the most sought-after white wine regions in the world.

• User Comment: Reddit users warn that if you see this, “buy a case immediately because it vanishes in 48 hours.”

• Taste Test: Savory and herbal with lime zest, gooseberry, and a sharp, stony mineral backbone.

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Kirkland Signature Sonoma County Chardonnay | $7.99 | White Wine

• Description: A classic California-style Chardonnay that balances fruit and oak, sourced from premium Sonoma vineyards.

• User Comment: A long-term Costco employee on Reddit noted, “The Sonoma label is consistently a dollar more than the base Chard but worth ten times that in quality.”

• Taste Test: Creamy texture with notes of baked apple, vanilla, and a hint of toasted oak.

Dr. Loosen Dr. L Riesling | $13.99 | White Wine

• Description: A celebrated German Riesling from the Mosel region that frequently appears in Costco’s “best of” guest wine selections.

• User Comment: On r/wine, users recommend this for Christmas ham pairings, calling it “the perfect balance of zippy acidity and just enough sweetness.”

• Taste Test: Flavors of juicy peach and apricot with a refreshing slate-like mineral finish.

Kirkland Signature Moscato d’Asti | $7.99 | White Wine

• Description: A low-alcohol, frizzante (semi-sparkling) sweet wine from Piedmont, Italy, which is a massive hit for dessert pairings.

• User Comment: “Better than Stella Rosa for half the price,” claims a viral TikTok review from December 2025. “It’s bubbly, sweet, and actually tastes like real grapes.”

• Taste Test: Sweet and floral with notes of orange blossom, honey, and ripe nectarine.

King Estate Pinot Gris | $13.89 | White Wine

• Description: A premium Oregon Pinot Gris that provides a richer, more complex alternative to Italian Pinot Grigio.

• User Comment: X users highlight this as a “safe bet” for gifting. “Everyone likes King Estate; it’s the gold standard for Pacific Northwest whites.”

• Taste Test: Full-bodied for a white, featuring ripe pear, golden apple, and a smooth, honeyed finish.

Pine Ridge Chenin Blanc + Viognier | $11.99 | White Wine

• Description: A unique Californian blend that has become a cult favorite at Costco for its aromatic complexity and food-friendliness.

• User Comment: One Reddit user described it as “the ultimate crowd-pleaser—it’s floral and exotic but bone-dry and refreshing.”

• Taste Test: Highly aromatic with notes of honeysuckle, tropical fruit, and white pepper.

Kirkland Signature Gavi | $9.99 | White Wine

• Description: Made from the Cortese grape in Italy’s Piedmont region, this is an elegant “food wine” that punches way above its price.

• User Comment: “The sophisticated person’s Pinot Grigio,” says a Reddit wine enthusiast. “It has a weight and texture that feels like a $25 bottle.”

• Taste Test: Subtle notes of almond, citrus, and white flowers with a medium body and crisp acidity.

Trimbach Riesling Alsace | $26.99 | White Wine

• Description: A prestigious “guest bottle” from one of Alsace’s most legendary producers, known for making some of the world’s best dry Rieslings.

• User Comment: A top comment in the 2025 r/wine cheap wine thread mentions, “Seeing Trimbach at Costco prices is a holiday gift in itself—it’s a bone-dry masterpiece.”

• Taste Test: Austere and elegant with piercing acidity, featuring lemon, stone fruit, and a long, salty finish.

L’Eclat Blanc de Blancs (Costco Guest Selection) | $8.99 | Sparkling Wine

• Description: Though often associated with Trader Joe’s, this French “Crémant-style” bubbly is frequently spotted in Costco’s seasonal aisles as a budget alternative.

• User Comment: “The best $9 you’ll spend for New Year’s Eve,” says one X user. “It’s significantly cleaner than other cheap domestic bruts.”

• Taste Test: Crisp and light with apple and citrus notes and a refreshing, short finish.