{"id":5111,"date":"2025-09-06T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-09-06T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/curiousdrive.com\/?p=5111"},"modified":"2025-09-10T21:44:02","modified_gmt":"2025-09-10T21:44:02","slug":"i-tried-aldis-top-wines-for-autumn-and-8-99-fizz-is-a-total-knockout","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/curiousdrive.com\/index.php\/2025\/09\/06\/i-tried-aldis-top-wines-for-autumn-and-8-99-fizz-is-a-total-knockout\/","title":{"rendered":"I tried Aldi\u2019s top wines for autumn and \u00a38.99 fizz is a total \u2018knockout\u2019"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Aldi’s got some winners in its wine range (Picture: Getty Images\/fStop)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Genuine question, who doesn\u2019t love shopping at Aldi<\/a>? No one, that\u2019s who.<\/p>\n

The German<\/a> retailer’s stores have become a safe space where social divides aren\u2019t a thing, because at the end of the day, everyone loves a bargain. <\/p>\n

And you can definitely snag yourself a great deal when it comes to Aldi\u2019s wine <\/a>range. <\/p>\n

With the exception of their \u00a314.95 Veuve Monisgny Brut (which was recently crowned the world’s best<\/a> Champagne), it\u2019s the bottles under \u00a310 you should be looking at.<\/p>\n

It sounds counterintuitive, but the range comes alive below a tenner<\/a> – I\u2019d dare to say Aldi has one of the best ranges of any supermarket<\/a> at that price level.<\/p>\n

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Aldi has some great wines for under \u00a310 (Picture: Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

How does Aldi keep its prices so low?<\/h2>\n

The inside scoop is that Aldi achieves its micro prices through a combination of winning buying strategies. <\/p>\n

The first is purchasing in enormous quantities, which brings the price down via economies of scale. They buy upfront, and in advance, which gives them leverage to negotiate better deals<\/a>. <\/p>\n

They\u2019ll also seek out small parcels of stock going spare from respected producers, sometimes in lesser-known areas, flogging it on a seasonal basis. <\/p>\n

And Aldi works with cooperatives (large conglomerates of grape growers), who they commission to make their own-label wines. This gives them complete control right the way along the buying chain and it’s clearly working well for them as they won \u2018Own Label Range of the Year\u2019 at the prestigious Grocer Gold Awards 2025.<\/p>\n

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Ever wondered how the retailer can keep its prices so low? (Picture: Bloomberg via Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Speaking of awards, Aldi’s Austrian Zweigelt (\u00a37.99) recently earned a silver accolade at the International Wine<\/a> and Spirits Challenge (IWSC) 2025.<\/p>\n

What does this mean? Well, according to David Kermode, Senior Judge at the IWSC winning a silver medal is ‘incredibly challenging’.<\/p>\n

He explained: ‘It has to be a wine that is not only an enjoyable drinking experience, but also represents the quintessential example of a grape variety or style. <\/p>\n

‘I would always choose a silver medal-winning wine from the shelves with great confidence.’<\/p>\n

With that in mind, here are my picks for the best in show at Aldi right now. Some are award-winners, others just get my vote…<\/p>\n

Specially Selected Cr\u00e9mant de Loire, \u00a38.99<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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This \u00a38.99 fizz is knockout value (Picture: Aldi)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Award: Silver at Decanter Wine Awards 2025<\/strong><\/p>\n

Not to diminish the shine of Aldi\u2019s delicious Veuve Monisgny Champagne being crowned Best Champagne in the World 2025, but I can\u2019t remember the last time I tasted a fizz of such knockout value for money. Especially when you consider it\u2019s made in the same way as Champagne. <\/p>\n

Flavour-wise, we\u2019re taking fresh pears, fennel and green apple which, give this dry and crisp fizz a beautiful intensity.<\/p>\n

Veuve Monsigny Champagne Brut, \u00a314.95<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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This drink was recently crowned the world’s best Champagne (Picture: Aldi)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Award: Gold at the World Champagne Awards 2025<\/strong><\/p>\n

It’s very rich and opulent on the nose, clean and lean on the palate with lime blossom and greengage flavours and a fresh, herbaceous finish.<\/p>\n

Specially Selected Stellenbosch Chardonnay, \u00a36.99<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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This should definitely cost more (Picture: Aldi)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Award: Three stars from Rob<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00a36.99 doesn\u2019t do this scrumptious south African wine justice, if you ask me. It\u2019s rich, minerally, voluptuous with a combination of tropical mango and papaya and citrussy lime notes which go on forever. Really rather delicious.<\/p>\n

Freeman\u2019s Bay Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, \u00a36.99<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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A creamy, tropical wine (Picture: Aldi)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Award: Silver (90 Points) at the International Wine and Spirits Competition 2025<\/strong><\/p>\n

The IWSC nailed this one, which I\u2019m sure they\u2019re incredibly relieved about. Here we have 86% Sauvignon Blanc with 14% Chardonnay for a creamy, tropical, nettley, herbaceous Kiwi sauvignon with unripe (in a good way) greengage sherbet on the finish.<\/p>\n

Chassaux et Fils Sainte Victoire C\u00f4tes de Provence Ros\u00e9<\/strong>, \u00a310.99<\/h2>\n
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An absolute steal (Picture: Aldi)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Award: Silver at the International Wine Challenge and Global Ros\u00e9 Masters 2025<\/strong><\/p>\n

Aren\u2019t we done with ros\u00e9 now we\u2019re in September? No. Partly because summer<\/a> doesn\u2019t official end until Monday 22nd<\/sup> September and partly because ros\u00e9 shouldn\u2019t be seasonal. <\/p>\n

Take this pink, with more rich and pillowy wild strawberry character than you can shake a Christmas<\/a> bauble at. And don’t be put off with the ‘just over \u00a310’ of it all, it’s still an absolute steal for Provence ros\u00e9.<\/p>\n

Specially Selected Cigales Rosado, \u00a38.99<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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(Picture: Aldi)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Award: Brand new to the range<\/strong><\/p>\n

If ever there was such a thing as a winter ros\u00e9, this is it. <\/p>\n

It\u2019s produced just north of Valladolid in Spain<\/a>, in a lesser-known region called Cigales, synonymous with producing ros\u00e9. <\/p>\n

Super aromatic, a little bit smoky with a deliciously intense palate of pomegranate, cherry tomato and Mediterranean herbs. An interesting wine that nails a roast lamb pairing.<\/p>\n

Specially Selected Australian Merlot, \u00a38.49<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Pop this one in the fridge before serving (Picture: Aldi)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Award: Silver at the International Wine Challenge<\/strong><\/p>\n

Merlot is basically built around pillowy plum flavours, and this one nails the brief. It’s juicy, highly gluggable with endless spiced plum and damson flavours and a lovely lighter-weight texture. <\/p>\n

Be sure to give it twenty minutes in the fridge before sipping.<\/p>\n

Ch\u00e2teau Les Trois Manoirs M\u00e9doc, \u00a38.99<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Notes of plums and dark chocolate (Picture: Aldi)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Award: A thumbs up from Rob<\/strong><\/p>\n

I swore off recommending Bordeaux around the \u00a35 mark<\/a>, remember? <\/p>\n

Well, this one is slightly more spendy and definitely Rob Buckhaven-approved. <\/p>\n

It’s largely Merlot at 85%, with 15% Cabernet Sauvignon, no wonder it’s so utterly gluggable (my new favourite word), with soft tannins, plus hedgerow fruit, plums and dark chocolate.<\/p>\n

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If you count yourself a purveyor of the finer things in life, Metro\u2019s Drink Up column<\/a> is where you need to be.<\/p>\n

Immerse yourself in the world of good drink, fronted by industry expert Rob Buckhaven \u2013 a place for readers to whet their whistle with the latest and greatest in the world of drinks. From unpacking the best supermarket wines<\/a> from Aldi<\/a>, Tesco<\/a> and Lidl<\/a>, to introducing audiences to the wallet-friendly Cremant out-bubbling the fanciest of French Champagnes<\/a> (or the best wines to drink after sex<\/a>), and finding out what it\u2019s like to go on a bar crawl with Jason Momoa,<\/a> this is a haven for those who love to celebrate.<\/p>\n

Stay ahead of the curve<\/a> as Rob plucks from the vines the wines of the season and the spirits you need to know about; speaking with experts and mixologists while unpacking the latest concoctions, finding the best non-alcoholic options<\/a> for those looking to moderate, discovering the best food pairings for your drops, and going up against the latest TikTok <\/a>chatter to demystify the liquid landscape.<\/p>\n

What are the best drinks to take to a summer picnic?<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Wine that you should never serve at a wedding<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

And, truly, how <\/a><\/em>should<\/em><\/a><\/strong>\u200b we be storing our wine?<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

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