'I tried best Champagne in the world and the price left me floored'
What springs to mind when you think about the best Champagne in the world? You likely think of a hefty price tag and purchasing it from somewhere seriously fancy where you'd seldom frequent. While the bubbly is a gorgeous celebratory drink, many are priced out of its luxury thanks to the eye-watering amount many bottles cost.
So, what if I told you that the best Champagne in the world actually doesn't have a huge price tag? In fact, it can be found at your nearest Aldi supermarket for just £15. You'd likely laugh at me. But it's the truth.
Aldi's Veuve Monsigny Champagne Brut has been named World's Best Champagne at the prestigious World Champagne Awards 2025, outshining luxury rival G.H. Martel Honoré de Balzac Edition Limitée, which retails for almost £50.
When I found out that the best Champagne in the world was not only affordable but could be picked up at my local supermarket, I was sold.
£15 is the top end of what I'd usually pay for a supermarket Prosecco, so to have the luxury of a Champagne for that price feels super decadent.
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Let me tell you, I was not disappointed with the taste. The Champagne is crafted from a classic blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier, and matured in cellars to enhance its complexity and length, and as a result, it is sweet, easy to drink, and delicious.
As a usual Prosecco drinker, I've turned my nose up at Champagnes in the past, even opting to slyly pour vintage Moet away at parties (please don't judge me) because I'm just not fond of the taste.
But the world's best Champagne has possibly converted me - provided that I can drink just the £15 bottles, rather than ones that cost in excess of £100.
Aldi shared that the Champagne is known for its aromas of ripe apple, soft red fruit, and delicate florals - a testament to expert winemaking without the premium price tag.
This is a statement I can back, because the Champagne is the most delicious I've ever tasted. It was sweet, delicious, and didn't give that acid-reflux feeling that a lot of Champagnes tend to, which was a huge bonus. In fact, I'd say it went down almost too easily!
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I poured my dad a glass and asked him to guess how much the best Champagne in the world costs. He guessed a whopping £200 a bottle, so I feel like Aldi should be really proud of themselves.
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."
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