Costco Wholesale has issued a recall for its Kirkland Signature Prosecco Valdobbiadene, a popular sparkling wine, after reports surfaced that unopened bottles could spontaneously shatter, even without being handled or dropped. The recall highlights a potential safety hazard to consumers due to the risk of glass shards causing injury.

Details of the Recall

  • Product Name: Kirkland Signature Prosecco Valdobbiadene

  • Item Number: 1879870

  • Affected Purchase Dates: April 25 – August 26, 2025

  • States Affected: Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Dakota, Nebraska, Ohio, South Dakota, Wisconsin

The bottles were sold in select Costco stores across the listed states. Customers who purchased the affected product should not open the bottles under any circumstances.

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Reason for Recall

The supplier, Ethica Wines, discovered that certain bottles may be over-pressurized, leading to a spontaneous shattering risk. According to the recall notice, the issue is not related to mishandling but rather a manufacturing defect affecting some of the bottles.

Safety Instructions for Customers

  • Do not open the bottles.

  • Carefully wrap the bottles in paper towels or similar material.

  • Place them inside a plastic bag before disposing of them in the trash.

  • Do not return the bottles to Costco. However, a full refund is available if the customer brings the recall notice to their local Costco store.

Contact Information

For more information, customers can reach Ethica Wines directly:

Costco began notifying members of the recall via email on September 12, 2025, and the announcement is also published on Costco’s official website.

Consumer Advisory

Costco urges consumers to treat this recall seriously, as exploding glass can cause severe injuries. The retailer also emphasized that while the incident affects a limited batch of bottles, anyone who has purchased Kirkland Signature Prosecco Valdobbiadene during the specified dates should take immediate action.