Kirkland Signature Recalls 941,000 Bottles of Prosecco Sold at Costco Over Shattering Risk

MIAMI, FL (November 7, 2025) — The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has announced a recall of nearly one million bottles of Kirkland Signature Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG after reports that the bottles may spontaneously shatter, posing a risk of laceration injuries. The recall, issued by F&F Fine Wines International Inc., doing business as Ethica Wines, follows at least one reported injury, according to the CPSC.

Kirkland Signature recall: quick summary

Ethica Wines has recalled approximately 941,000 bottles of Kirkland Signature Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG, sold exclusively at Costco locations across 12 U.S. states. The bottles, imported from Italy, may shatter unexpectedly due to a packaging defect. The CPSC confirmed that one consumer sustained a laceration injury linked to this issue.

Consumers are urged to stop using the product immediately and not attempt to open any remaining bottles. The company is offering full refunds through Costco.

What happened?

According to the CPSC, Ethica Wines initiated the recall after receiving 10 reports of bottles shattering or breaking, including one incident that caused a laceration injury. The affected wine was imported from Italy and sold under the Kirkland Signature brand, a Costco private label.

In its official alert, the CPSC stated:

“Consumers should discard the recalled bottles in their household trash and contact Ethica Wines for instructions on how to obtain a full refund from Costco.”

The recall was announced on November 7, 2025, in coordination with the CPSC and Costco.

Ethica Wines publicly addressed the recall on X (formerly Twitter), sharing an official notice to alert consumers. In the post, the company wrote:

“#Recall: Ethica Wines, in collaboration with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, is recalling Kirkland Signature Valdobbiadene Prosecco DOCG bottles. The bottles can break or shatter, posing a laceration hazard… Consumers are advised to immediately stop using the affected product and contact Ethica Wines for a full refund.” — @EthicaWines

The brand also provided customer service contact information and urged consumers to discontinue use of the affected product.

Affected products

Brand	Product	Size	UPC	Issue	Affected states
Kirkland Signature	Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG	750 ml	196633883742	Shattering bottles	IA, IL, IN, KY, MI, MN, MO, ND, NE, OH, SD, WI

What caused the issue?

According to the CPSC notice, the bottles may have been over-pressurized or structurally compromised, leading to the risk of spontaneous shattering. While the agency did not specify the exact manufacturing defect, it confirmed that one injury has been reported so far.

Glass breakage can cause serious cuts or puncture wounds, and the risk increases when consumers attempt to open the bottles. Ethica Wines and Costco are cooperating with the CPSC to identify and remove affected inventory from circulation.

Here’s what you should do

• Do not attempt to open the bottles under any circumstances
• Discard the bottles safely in the household trash
• Locate the UPC (196633883742) and Costco Item Number (1879870) on the label to confirm the product
• Contact Ethica Wines for refund instructions via Costco customer service

Behind the brand

Ethica Wines, based in Miami, FL, is a wine importer specializing in Italian and European wines, distributed through major U.S. retailers, including Costco.

In its recall notice, the company stated it has “ceased distribution of the affected product” and is working closely with Costco and the CPSC to ensure consumer safety.

Source86 reached out to Ethica Wines for additional comment, but has not yet received a response.

Other relevant recalls

This recall follows several beverage-related safety alerts earlier this year, including glass breakage recalls from other wine and sparkling beverage brands such as Gerolsteiner Sparkling Natural Mineral Water and Kirkland Signature Prosecco Valdobbiadene.

“We have not really understood all the factors that can lead to the release of micro- and nanoplastics,” said Lisa Zimmerman, a plastics researcher and scientific communication officer at the Food Packaging Forum.

Eran Mizrahi, CEO of Source86, added:

“While the Ethica Wines recall highlights a single quality issue, it underscores a broader truth in the industry: Food safety isn’t just about compliance; it’s about trust.”

Ensuring safe eats

The Kirkland Signature Prosecco recall serves as a reminder that packaging integrity is just as crucial as ingredient safety. Proper quality checks, pressure testing, and transparent supplier coordination can help prevent such incidents.

Consumers should check their homes for affected bottles, discard them safely, and request a refund through official channels.

At Source86, we help food and beverage brands strengthen supply chain oversight, improve FSQA processes, and respond quickly when safety issues arise, ensuring that recalls are handled with transparency and care. Contact us.

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