Costco recalls prosecco over spontaneous shattering risk

In the United States, Costco Wholesale has issued a recall for its Kirkland Signature Prosecco Valdobbiadene, warning customers about the potential for unopened bottles to shatter without provocation or handling. The recall affects customers in a total of twelve states including Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Dakota, Nebraska, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. The concerning products were sold between April 25 and August 26, 2025, and can be identified by the item number 1879870. Upon notification of the recall, customers have been instructed not to open any unopened bottles, but rather to dispose of them safely. Costco has advised wrapping these bottles in paper towels, placing them in plastic bags, and discarding them to avoid any potential hazards from shattered glass. The customers are also informed that they should not return the bottles to Costco stores; instead, they should bring a notice postcard received from Costco to the nearest location to claim a full refund of their purchase price. The company has taken proactive measures to notify affected customers, sending out letters specifically to those who purchased the recalled Prosecco. It remains unclear how many bottles were sold or if there have been any injuries reported prior to the recall announcement. There has been no information released on the specific circumstances that led to the recall, or how Costco discovered that the bottles were at risk of shattering. While a response from Costco about possible injuries resulting from the glass shattering has not been received, customers have been urged to exercise caution. Additionally, they may reach out for assistance and more details from Ethica Wines, the distributor of the affected Prosecco. This incident has raised concerns among consumers about product safety and the reliability of wine bottle manufacturing, echoing calls for more rigorous checks to avoid dangerous situations in the future.