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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.
