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Metro
03-05-2025
- General
- Metro
I got an early taste of Aldi's new bubble-less prosecco — here's the verdict
Correct me if I'm wrong, but isn't the whole point of Prosecco its bubbles? Apparently not, as Aldi has just launch a first-of-its-kind supermarket Prosecco… minus the fizz. The bubble-less drink is called Costellore Still Prosecco DOC and it retails for just £5.99. I managed to get an early taste and I'm going to give you my honest opinion so you know whether or not to get some in for the bank holiday. I'll be honest, at this very point of writing, a bottle is chilling down in my fridge but I haven't opened it yet. I'm stalling because I suspect it's going to taste like cold, flat Prosecco and I'm not sure how I'm going to feel about that. What if it's more Pro-heck-no than Prosecco? I'm concerned because Prosecco's whole modus operandum is delivering that vibrant froth that tickles your tongue like an apple and pear-flavoured cream soda. So much so, that I've heard Prosecco of being called everything from 'party diesel', 'electric tinkle', 'corked chaos', 'giggle water', 'Satan's sparkles' to 'tickle spit'. Don't ask me about that last one. My point is, the common denominators all refer to having fun with bubbles, without which, there's no spit, sparkle, Satan or tinkle. It'll be like Prosecco, but broken. My fizzy wine won't be, well, fizzy wine-ing. Capiche? Interestingly, Prosecco does actually start out as a white wine before they create the bubbles (by adding more yeast). So, I suppose it's just one less process for the winemaker, hence the lower price. Sparkling or not though, any wine with 'Prosecco' on the label must be made from a grape called Glera, grown in the legally-designated region of Prosecco. This stunning region is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, a mere 45 minutes north of Venice by car. The wine itself must also be produced there, otherwise it can't legally be called 'Prosecco'. It would be called 'Glera Spumante' after the name of the grape, which isn't nearly as catchy. Regular Prosecco, which we all know and many of us love, is made by first pressing Glera grapes, adding yeast and fermenting it into a white wine. The bubbles are introduced via a second fermentation in a pressurised, stainless steel tank called an 'autoclave'. On the whole, there's zero ageing (one of the ways it's very different to Champagne) and that's why we see so much of it around. Still Prosecco isn't the only unusual drink Aldi has launched of late. They've also released what has been described as 'a coffee-style red wine'. A what, now? It's called Macchiato Pinotage and it sells for £7.99, the clue to its style is very firmly in the name. I'm all for coffee notes in a red wine, especially when its accompanied by sweet tobacco flavours in a Primitivo from Puglia, for example. No hate, but this red has had its coffee flavours fast-tracked via oak staves and blocks added to the wine, rather than through the oak barrel gently leeching into the wine over time. The result? Sadly, it has a harshly burnt flavour from the oak's dominance, which is a shame as the basis is a guzzlesome, plummy red. Full disclosure, I'm not a fan of bog-standard Prosecco DOC. I find it cloyingly sweet and simple in flavour and texture. Character assassination over. However, I am a fan of any Prosecco with the words Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG on the label, meaning that the grapes have come from a tiny, hilly part of the region, making far more elevated (literally, some vineyards are over 1,500m above sea level) sparkling wines. Putting how much we love Prosecco over here in the UK into perspective, over 660 million bottles are produced every year, with the UK glugging 36% of the total production. That's around 131 million bottles annually, so we're a bunch of greedy guzzle gannets for the stuff. Basically then, there's a lot for this bubble-less Prosecco to live up to. You could say that it has big bubbles to fill. This looks like a lemon-yellow-coloured white wine, because it is. More Trending It's made from the regular DOC grapes, but the lack of bubbles has given it an elegance and finesse a bubbly version of the same quality level could never achieve. It's bone dry and lively with flavours of lime, nectarine and tangerine. View More » 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. If you count yourself a purveyor of the finer things in life, Metro's Drinks Column is where you need to be. Immerse yourself in the world of good drink, fronted by industry expert Rob Buckhaven – a place for readers to whet their whistle with the latest and greatest in the world of drinks. 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Scottish Sun
23-04-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Shoppers rush to Aldi for ‘delicious' £5.99 alcohol on shelves in UK for the first time – and it's perfect for summer
TIPPLE TIME Shoppers rush to Aldi for 'delicious' £5.99 alcohol on shelves in UK for the first time – and it's perfect for summer Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) THIRSTY customers are racing to get their hands on Aldi's new 'groundbreaking' Still Prosecco. The first of its kind in the UK, shoppers can get a taste of the intriguing new beverage for under a tenner. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Aldi's new Still Prosecco is going down a storm Credit: Aldi The bargain superstore is offering a 'fantastic alternative to other popular Italian white wines' - and shoppers can't get enough of it. Taking the shelves by storm is Costellore Still Prosecco DOC, costing just £5.99 for 75cl. Shaking up the wine world, the latest alcohol beverage is set to become a staple this summer. Available in stores now, the new tipple has had the seal of approval from wine expert, Sam Caporn, who described it as 'delicious'. This innovative wine claims to be fresh and fruity - but without any fizz. Mistress of Wine, Sam Caporn, teased: 'This light, fresh, still Prosecco has much in common with its sparkling sibling, boasting notes of apricot, honeysuckle, ripe pear and melon with beautifully balancing lemon acidity. Delicious!' The Italian white wine could be a game-changer over the summer months. It's said to be refreshing and crisp, so wine lovers could see their heads turned towards the lighter refreshment as the days get hotter. The wine guru explained: "This is made from the same grape as the sparkling wine – Glera – and as such, it has the same tasty flavours of orchard and stone fruits. "It also makes an excellent alternative to famous northern Italian wines such as Gavi. I tried Aldi's new anti-aging skincare range "It would be fantastic when enjoyed alongside classic Italian dishes such as seafood pasta, carbonara or risotto.' Many other shoppers have urged others to 'run' to Aldi to nab the drinks, others have praised the much-loved supermarket for 'slaying the game' with the new beverages. In particular, the Belletti Hugo Spritz has sent shockwaves through TikTok and priced at just £4.49, it's a real steal. While sweet-toothed fans are racing to get their hands on a brand new Ballycastle liqueur. The limited-edition Honeycomb Cream flavour has landed in Aldi stores across the UK, and it's being snapped up fast. 2 Shoppers are keen to get their hands on the newest beverage craze Credit: Getty
The Sun
23-04-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Shoppers rush to Aldi for ‘delicious' £5.99 alcohol on shelves in UK for the first time – and it's perfect for summer
THIRSTY customers are racing to get their hands on Aldi's new 'groundbreaking' Still Prosecco. The first of its kind in the UK, shoppers can get a taste of the intriguing new beverage for under a tenner. The bargain superstore is offering a 'fantastic alternative to other popular Italian white wines' - and shoppers can't get enough of it. Taking the shelves by storm is Costellore Still Prosecco DOC, costing just £5.99 for 75cl. Shaking up the wine world, the latest alcohol beverage is set to become a staple this summer. Available in stores now, the new tipple has had the seal of approval from wine expert, Sam Caporn, who described it as 'delicious'. This innovative wine claims to be fresh and fruity - but without any fizz. Mistress of Wine, Sam Caporn, teased: 'This light, fresh, still Prosecco has much in common with its sparkling sibling, boasting notes of apricot, honeysuckle, ripe pear and melon with beautifully balancing lemon acidity. Delicious!' The Italian white wine could be a game-changer over the summer months. It's said to be refreshing and crisp, so wine lovers could see their heads turned towards the lighter refreshment as the days get hotter. The wine guru explained: "This is made from the same grape as the sparkling wine – Glera – and as such, it has the same tasty flavours of orchard and stone fruits. "It also makes an excellent alternative to famous northern Italian wines such as Gavi. I tried Aldi's new anti-aging skincare range "It would be fantastic when enjoyed alongside classic Italian dishes such as seafood pasta, carbonara or risotto.' Many other shoppers have urged others to 'run' to Aldi to nab the drinks, others have praised the much-loved supermarket for 'slaying the game' with the new beverages. In particular, the Belletti Hugo Spritz has sent shockwaves through TikTok and priced at just £4.49, it's a real steal. While sweet-toothed fans are racing to get their hands on a brand new Ballycastle liqueur. The limited-edition Honeycomb Cream flavour has landed in Aldi stores across the UK, and it's being snapped up fast. 2 How to save money buying alcohol Alcohol can be pricey if you're planning a party or hosting an event but there are ways to cut costs. It's always important to drink responsibly, here, Sun Savers Editor Lana Clements share some tips on getting booze for the best price. Stocking up can mean big savings on drinks, especially if you want to buy wine or fizz. The big supermarkets regularly offer discounts of 25% when you buy six or more bottles of wine. The promotions typically run in the lead up to occasions such as Bank Holidays, Christmas and Easter. If you know you are going to need booze later in the year, it can be worth acting when you see offers. Before buying your preferred drink make sure you shop around to find the best price – you can use a comparison site such as or Don't forget that loyalty cards can unlock better savings so make sure you factor that in too. If you like your plonk, wine clubs can also be a good way to save money and try new varieties. You'll usually have to pay a membership fee in return for cheaper price so work out if you will be buying enough to make the one off cost worthwhile.
