by Washington, D.C. – Costco Wholesale has issued a significant recall affecting nearly 1 million bottles of its Kirkland Signature Valdobbiadene Prosecco DOCG due to a potential risk of laceration from bottles that may break or shatter unexpectedly. This recall follows federal safety concerns and consumer reports of bottle failures, highlighting a serious safety hazard for customers.
Shoppers who purchased the prosecco between April 2025 and August 2025 are urged to immediately stop using the product and safely dispose of it, as the manufacturer and authorities work to address the risk.
The Scope of the Prosecco Recall
The recall encompasses approximately 941,000 bottles sold under Costco’s Kirkland brand. Specifically, the bottles in question were produced by F&F Fine Wines International Inc. and marketed under Ethica Wines. Key points about the recall include:
- Bottles are green with purple foil and a purple label.
- They were sold for about $8 each in Costco stores across 12 states including Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Dakota, Nebraska, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin.
- The recalled bottles can be identified by UPC 196633883742 and Costco Item Number 1879870.
- Reports include 10 incidents of bottles shattering or breaking, resulting in one recorded laceration injury.
Manufacturer and Safety Advisory
The manufacturer, Ethica Wines, has responded promptly following a previous safety notice issued in September 2025, which warned customers about unopened bottles occasionally shattering without handling. This follow-up recall underscores ongoing safety concerns.
“Consumers should not attempt to return these bottles to Costco. Instead, they should safely discard them by wrapping the bottles in paper towels, placing them in a plastic bag, and disposing of them in the trash,” states the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
For assistance with refunds, customers are directed to contact Ethica Wines at 786-810-7132 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. EST, Monday through Friday, or via email at [email protected].
Consumer Safety and Precautions
Costco shoppers who find they own one of the recalled prosecco bottles should heed the warnings seriously to avoid injury. Key safety recommendations include:
- Stop using the prosecco immediately.
- Avoid opening any bottle from the affected lot.
- Dispose of bottles carefully to prevent glass breakage hazards.
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For further details and official updates, consumers can visit here: Costco prosecco bottle recall details.
What’s Next for Consumers and Costco?
As the recall process unfolds, Costco and Ethica Wines are committed to protecting consumer safety and providing refunds for affected customers. Continuous monitoring of the issue will ensure any further risks are promptly addressed.
Your safety is paramount. If you have any of the recalled bottles, take immediate action to prevent accidents.
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