A blind taste test of supermarket champagnes has crowned a £35 bottle from Co-op as the winner, outperforming rivals from M&S, Tesco, and Aldi. The test, conducted by experts, aimed to find the best value fizz for celebrations without breaking the bank.
The Co-op champagne, which won the International Wine & Spirit Competition trophy in 2025, was praised for its nutty, dry, and complex flavour profile. Testers noted notes of citrus, baked brioche, and toasted hazelnuts, with wine expert Libby Brodie stating it 'outperformed wines nearly three times the price'.
The blind tasting involved five bottles of supermarket champagne and sparkling alternatives. Each was scored without knowledge of price or brand. The Co-op bottle emerged as the clear winner, offering quality comparable to premium bottles at double the price.
While the winning champagne is not available for online purchase, it can be bought in Co-op stores. Experts recommend it as an excellent choice for last-minute celebrations or stocking up for events.
