Costco Issues Recall for Potentially Hazardous Prosecco Bottles

Costco has initiated a recall for its sparkling wine sold in 12 states due to the danger of unopened bottles bursting unexpectedly.

Consumers who bought the Kirkland Signature Prosecco Valdobbiadene between late April and late August received notification of this potential issue.

The company's notification advises that these sealed bottles could fracture without any use or movement.

"Do not attempt to open any sealed bottle," the notice advised. "Safely dispose of them by wrapping in paper towels, placing them inside a plastic bag, and then discarding them to minimize the risk of glass breakage."

Customers are advised against returning these bottles to Costco. Instead, presenting the recall notice at a local store will secure a complete refund.

The advisory for this Italian-made wine, identified by item number 1879870, affects buyers in states including Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Dakota, Nebraska, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin.

Business Insider's query regarding the quantity of bottles affected and whether there have been any injuries was met with no response from Costco.

Customer Experiences and Previous Issues

Danielle Callas, a consumer from Chicago, shared with The New York Times her fondness for Kirkland but recounted three troubling incidents with the prosecco.

The incidents involved corks ejecting on their own. In a particularly unfortunate event at a bridal event, a cork struck her friend in the eye, and the wine spilled widely.

Previously, in November, the retailer announced recalls for eggs due to Salmonella risks and butter that lacked clear labeling for milk content.

Despite these recalls, Costco's shares have seen a rise of around 5% over the last year.