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Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Business
- Daily Mirror
'I tried the 'World's Best' rated champagne - I can't get over the price'
When you think about champagne, most people assume it comes with a pretty hefty price tag - but that's all about to change. The 'World's Best' champagne has been named, and it definitely isn't going to break the bank. With the likes of Dom Perignon, Verve Clicquot and Moet out there, when you think of the best bubbles out there, you wouldn't associate it with Aldi - however the budget supermarket has just won gold in the champagne category at the World Drinks Awards 2025. The Veuve Monsigny Champagne Brut impressed the experts, and what's even better - it costs just £14.95. Crafted from a blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier the champagne has ripe apple, soft red fruit and delicate floral notes. It impressively scored higher than champagnes more than three times the price to be crowned the champion - including G.H. Martel Honoré de Balzac Edition Limitée Brut Champagne, which retails at £49.68 – making it over 70% more expensive. Balzac Honoré de Balzac Rosé Brut came in second place, while the limited edition Brut came in third. Speaking about the win, Julie Ashfield, chief commercial officer at Aldi UK, said: "To have our £14.95 Veuve Monsigny Champagne Brut recognised as the best in the world is proof that exceptional quality doesn't have to come with an eye-watering price tag. It's a proud moment not just for Aldi, but for our customers who can enjoy world-class champagne without breaking the bank." When I saw the news, I knew I had to get my hands on a bottle to try - especially while the sun is out. Now as a prosecco lover over champagne, I was eager to see how this would compare. While the bottle itself looked fancy, and would look great on any dinner table or cooling in an ice bucket - it's what's inside that counts, right? From the first pour the bubbles were strong and it looked seriously fizzy. I was also shocked by how pale in colour it was, as usually I notice champagne has a much deeper yellow colour as opposed to prosecco which is a lot clearer and lighter, so I already knew this was going to be good. From the first sip I noticed it was very dry, but I like it this way, it was also very very smooth and crisp, especially when chilled. I could also notice the apple, followed by a nice after taste of the floral notes. I would say it is very much a mix of a dry Pinot and a Chardonnay - and I am seriously impressed. If I was doing this as a blind taste test, I would definitely think this bottle had a huge price tag. It's safe to say this is going to be my summer drink, and it won't cost me too much either! Aldi's Veuve Monsigny Champagne Brut (£14.95, 75cl) is available in stores nationwide now.
Metro
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
I tried the world's best champagne — and it's only £15
When you hear the words 'world's best champagne', you might picture Dom Perignon, which sells for hundreds of pounds a bottle. But it turns out the best in the world doesn't actually come with a hefty price tag and you can get your hands on it for less than £15. The winners of the World Drinks Awards 2025 have been revealed and in the champagne category, it was Veuve Monsigny Champagne Brut that took home the gold. Even more surprising? This is Aldi champagne and it costs just £14.95 to buy from the budget retailer. The bubbly drink is crafted from a blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier and has ripe apple, soft red fruit and delicate floral notes. It beat out competition from champagnes that were more than three times the price of it to be crowned the champion. This included G.H. Martel Honoré de Balzac Edition Limitée Brut Champagne, which retails at £49.68 – making it over 70% more expensive. Balzac Honoré de Balzac Rosé Brut came in second place, while the limited edition Brut came in third. Speaking about the win, Julie Ashfield, chief commercial officer at Aldi UK, said: 'To have our £14.95 Veuve Monsigny Champagne Brut recognised as the best in the world is proof that exceptional quality doesn't have to come with an eye-watering price tag. It's a proud moment not just for Aldi, but for our customers who can enjoy world-class champagne without breaking the bank.' Metro's specialist food writer, Courtney Pochin, put the world's best champagne to the test, and she was very impressed. 'I love a glass of something bubbly to celebrate a special occasion, but I often find champagne is a bit too dry for my taste buds. 'Clearly, I just hadn't found the right champagne. 'The Veuve Monsigny is dry, but refreshingly light at the same time. I found myself pouring more into my flute before it was even empty – it was so delightfully drinkable. 'Each sip is vibrant, crisp and beautifully bubbly. If I'd been handed a glass of this as part of a blind taste test, I'd have bet all my money that it had a much higher price tag than it does, because it tastes expensive. 'This is by far the best champagne I've ever had.' Those in Manchester who want to grab a bottle of the award-winning wine will soon be able to get their hands on a rather special limited-edition one at Aldi's Bury New Road store. From July 7, the retailer will be lining the shelves in that specific shop with a version of the champagne that's a tribute to Oasis. A Supernova edition of Aldi's Veuve Monsigny Champagne Brut will be available to buy, just a stone's throw from where the Oasis story began. Fans outside of Manchester will be ale to enter a prize draw online to be in with a chance of winning a bottle. More Trending Stock is limited for the Supernova edition and once it's gone, it's gone, so you'll have to be quick if you want it. The regular version of the champagne isn't going anywhere though, so don't panic. And if bubbles aren't for you, the retailer recently launched the UK's first bubble-less prosecco. Priced at £5.99 the Still Prosecco proved a hit with Metro's drinks expert, Rob Buckhaven, who said it was 'bone dry and lively with flavours of lime, nectarine and tangerine.' View More » He added: 'Not only is it a brilliant talking point, I'm a huge fan of the flavour, the price and will be stocking up over the summer.' Do you have a story to share? Get in touch by emailing MetroLifestyleTeam@ MORE: Tesco shoppers going wild over £16 chocolate cake that's 'best they've ever had' MORE: Waitrose updates popular hot drink loyalty perk — but shoppers face a £3 charge MORE: 'Totally overrated' restaurant crowned the best in the UK — as top 100 revealed Your free newsletter guide to the best London has on offer, from drinks deals to restaurant reviews.
Scottish Sun
05-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Inside Wayne Lineker's wild Ibiza beach club visited by Arne Slot and England stars including Bellingham and Grealish
Wayne is planning to open another O Beach in the Middle East WAYNE MANOR Inside Wayne Lineker's wild Ibiza beach club visited by Arne Slot and England stars including Bellingham and Grealish Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) WAYNE Lineker's iconic Ibiza bar is the go-to bar for footballers, Love Island favourites, and reality TV beauties. The O Beach Club offers the party to end all parties, with bikini-clad stunners dancing around the pool, bottles of £3,000 Dom Perignon popping from every table and an abundance of celebs joining in the mischief. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 12 Wayne Lineker has built a £30million nightclub empire in Spain Credit: waynelineker/Instagram 12 Lineker offered fun-loving Grealish a lifeline last summer Credit: Instagram 12 Jude Bellingham recently popped into O Beach after the end of the LaLiga season 12 The Bellingham brothers celebrated Jobe's promotion in style 12 Lineker parties with guests at Ocean Beach Credit: waynelineker/Instagram 12 Love Island stars Molly Smith and Arabella Chi are regular faces at the bar Most recently, Jude Bellingham celebrated his brother Jobe's promotion to the Premier League by jetting into the Balearic Island, and he headed straight to O Beach. There, the Real Madrid star Bellingham and his pals had one of the most expensive VIP areas to themselves and certainly made the most of it. But Liverpool manager Arne Slot started the trend this summer when he was spotted poolside just hours after hosting Arsenal at Anfield. While in the past, England footballers including Jack Grealish, Declan Rice, Ivan Toney and James Maddison have all hired their own cabana for some poolside fun. It's why the O Beach Club is the jewel of Lineker's £30million nightclub empire. Established 2012 Well before the O Beach Club, the Match of the Day legend's sibling launched Lineker's in Tenerife in 1988. Following its success, he continued to populate Spain's holiday destinations with several sports bars. It netted him a fortune - and during the 1998 World Cup punters were seen queuing in the streets of Puerto Banus desperate to watch the games. In 2012, Lineker launched his new venture - originally called the Ocean Beach Club. 12 Birds eye view of O Beach in San Antonio Credit: Alamy Nestled in bustling San Antonio, it soon became one of the White Isle's most popular hotspots. Offering acrobatics, live saxophonists, DJs and dancers, and with the likes of Hedkandi, Kisstory and HotBed hosting regular events there. Footballers cottoned on too. Euro 2012 Days after England crashed out of Euro 2012 following a heartbreaking penalty shootout to Italy, a number of Three Lions jetted away for a well-needed break. Some chose Ibiza - with the then newly-opened Ocean Beach Club being the hottest ticket in town. Goalkeeper Joe Hart was snapped with Lineker, alongside the host's daughter Tia. Michael Carrick was seen hanging out with Eastenders star Charlie Brooks. 12 Lineker opened the O Beach Club in 2012 Credit: Doug Seeburg - The Sun 12 Ex-England No1 Joe Hart poses with Lineker and daughter Tia Credit: Ferrari Press Agency 12 Celebrities including Chloe Ferry frequent the O Beach Club Credit: Instagram Last year, Lineker shared a snap with Aston Villa ace Tyrone Mings - captioning the post: "Wash your fingers for the MINGers." This summer, though, the venue welcomed a £100million footballer through its doors. Grealish Just a month after Lineker rang in his 60th birthday with an epic party where he was joined by ex-girlfriend Chloe Ferry and showbiz pal Calum Best, Grealish came for a jolly. Fresh from picking up his first ever Premier League winners medal, the midfielder was ready for a good time. Jack, 29, was centre of attention, showing off his ripped six pack and famous calves in a pair of pink shorts plastered with palm trees, as he was surrounded by bikini-clad beauties. The Gucci ambassador used neon shades to push his famous locks back and covered his crimson neck with a white top, while having fun with a string of lads and beauties. TV star Chloe Chaloner, 28, who previously dated Callum Izzard, and Rhi Parsons joined him in a private area reserved for the rich and famous. Pool beds for eight people cost around £1,300 - and the minimum spend is over £1000. Grealish's gang were served up platters of fruit and mini burgers, as well as dozens of O Beach cocktails, and looked in good spirits enjoying the Ibiza sunshine. A bleary-eyed Grealish was seen returning to our shores as he reports for England duty ahead of the Three Lions' Nations League matches. 12 Grealish partied at O Beach Club with Ibiza Weekender beauty Chloe Chaloner Credit: The Sun 12 Wayne Lineker is the older brother of ex-Spurs legend Gary Lineker Expansion plans After the success of his Ibiza establishment, Lineker is planning on expanding his empire. O Beach Club is taking over the Maldives in November for a four-day event. But his next target is the UAE - another haven for footballers in winter and summer. They were set to open at Palm Jumeirah last summer, but the project came to a 'standstill' over 'various contributing factors'. Regardless, plans are still afoot for a Dubai residence in the near future. No doubt Grealish's plans for some winter sun are already in place.
The Irish Sun
05-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Inside Wayne Lineker's wild Ibiza beach club visited by Arne Slot and England stars including Bellingham and Grealish
WAYNE Lineker's iconic Ibiza bar is the go-to bar for footballers, Love Island favourites, and reality TV beauties. The pool , bottles of £3,000 Dom Perignon popping from every table and an abundance of celebs joining in the mischief. 12 Wayne Lineker has built a £30million nightclub empire in Spain Credit: waynelineker/Instagram 12 Lineker offered fun-loving Grealish a lifeline last summer Credit: Instagram 12 Jude Bellingham recently popped into O Beach after the end of the LaLiga season 12 The Bellingham brothers celebrated Jobe's promotion in style 12 Lineker parties with guests at Ocean Beach Credit: waynelineker/Instagram 12 Love Island stars Molly Smith and Arabella Chi are regular faces at the bar Most recently, There, the Real Madrid star Bellingham and his pals had one of the most expensive VIP areas to themselves and certainly made the most of it. But Liverpool manager Arne Slot started the trend this summer when he was While in the past, England footballers including Jack Grealish , Declan Rice , READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWS It's why the O Beach Club is the jewel of Lineker's £30million nightclub empire. Established 2012 Well before the O Beach Club, the Match of the Day legend's sibling launched Lineker's in Tenerife in 1988. Following its success, he continued to populate Spain 's holiday destinations with several sports bars. It netted him a fortune - and during the 1998 World Cup punters were seen queuing in the streets of Puerto Banus desperate to watch the games . Most read in Football In 2012, Lineker launched his new venture - originally called the Ocean Beach Club. 12 Birds eye view of O Beach in San Antonio Credit: Alamy Nestled in bustling San Antonio, it soon became one of the White Isle's most popular hotspots. Offering acrobatics, live saxophonists, DJs and dancers, and with the likes of Hedkandi, Kisstory and HotBed hosting regular events there. Footballers cottoned on too. Euro 2012 Days after Italy , a number of Three Lions jetted away for a well-needed break. Some chose Ibiza - with the then newly-opened Ocean Beach Club being the hottest ticket in town. Goalkeeper Joe Hart was snapped with Lineker, alongside the host's daughter Tia. Michael Carrick was seen hanging out with Eastenders star 12 Lineker opened the O Beach Club in 2012 Credit: Doug Seeburg - The Sun 12 Ex-England No1 Joe Hart poses with Lineker and daughter Tia Credit: Ferrari Press Agency 12 Celebrities including Chloe Ferry frequent the O Beach Club Credit: Instagram Last year, Lineker shared a snap with This summer , though, the venue welcomed a £100million footballer through its doors. Grealish Just a month after Fresh from picking up his first ever Premier League winners medal, the midfielder was ready for a good time. Jack, 29, was centre of attention, showing off his ripped six pack and famous calves in a pair of pink shorts plastered with palm trees, as he was surrounded by bikini-clad beauties. The TV star Pool beds for eight people cost around £1,300 - and the minimum spend is over £1000. Grealish's gang were served up platters of fruit and mini burgers, as well as dozens of O Beach cocktails, and looked in good spirits enjoying the Ibiza sunshine. A bleary-eyed Grealish was seen returning to our shores as he reports for England duty ahead of the Three Lions' Nations League matches. 12 Grealish partied at O Beach Club with Ibiza Weekender beauty Chloe Chaloner Credit: The Sun 12 Wayne Lineker is the older brother of ex-Spurs legend Gary Lineker Expansion plans After the success of his Ibiza establishment, Lineker is planning on expanding his empire. O Beach Club is taking over the Maldives in November for a four-day event. But his next target is the UAE - another haven for footballers in winter and summer . They were set to open at Palm Jumeirah last summer , but the project came to a 'standstill' over 'various contributing factors'. Regardless, plans are still afoot for a Dubai residence in the near future . No doubt Grealish's plans for some winter sun are already in place.
Sunday World
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Sunday World
Drug dealers who sprayed Dom Perignon from a Rolls-Royce have been jailed for 130 years
The notorious gang have finally been apprehended 12 gangsters who sprayed Dom Perignon from white Rolls-Royce in rap video are jailed for total of 130 years A total of twelve drug dealers who sprayed Dom Perignon from a white Rolls-Royce in a drill rap video to boast about their weapons and wealth have been jailed for 130 years. The Nottingham-based gang used the lyrics and images in their music videos to recruit children into their 'industrial' heroin and crack cocaine ring, a court heard this week. The video in the hired Rolls-Royce shows 20 balaclava-clad young men posing at locations around the St Ann's area of the city. Godpraise Bouwen, 22, who has previous convictions for robbery and knife offences, can be seen rapping about 'junkies asking for testers' and defending his turf. Nottingham Crown Court heard that the gangsters flooded towns across the East Midlands and Aberdeen with Class A drugs. They used children to move and sell their stash to reduce their risk of getting caught - and protected their turf with knives and a loaded pistol. The group were sentenced to a total of 130 years for their role in the drugs gang.
