They had 1 guy buying in 20 some od jurisdictions for 50 some odd
stores?

On Tue, 21 Jun 2005 18:59:27 GMT, wrote:

>The June issue of Costco Connection magazine has a small story on the
>two wines I mentioned. It's written by David Andrew, who was Costco's
>wine buyer until a year or so ago. (And boy, do I miss him and his
>excellent taste. Things have gotten pretty boring in the aisles since
>his departure.)
>
>The article (on page 67) goes big into explaining Alexander Valley,
>and notes that the Kirkland 2001 Alex Cab "is a great example of the
>mountain style...deeply colored, with intense, ripe fruit. Flavors of
>black cherry and black currant (cassis) dominate, but it is
>multi-layerd and complex, with hints of chocolate and cofee. The wine
>is well-structured, with firm but elegant tannins and balanced
>acidity. Ready to drink now, and has the potential to age for several
>years."
>
>It gives no hint as to which winery produced the juice. As for the St.
>Emilion Grand Cru, Andrew says almost nothing.
>
>"The Kirkland Signature St. Emilion comes from the much-heralded 200
>vintage. This is a rich, voluptuous Merlot-based wine. Think liquid
>velvet!"
>
>Uh. okay. Like I said, pretty much says nothing.
>
>JJ