The alcohol offerings from supermarkets just keep getting better and better so you can grab a bottle of the best supermarket Champagne at the same time as the rest of your weekly shop. Whether you've had some good news, marking a special occasion, such as a birthday or a wedding anniversary, or simply just fancy a treat as we head towards Christmas, supermarket Champagne can offer great value and most importantly, a delicious taste. If you're after something a bit more special than a bottle of supermarket Prosecco, a bottle of Champagne from your local shop will be the treat you need.
Best supermarket Champagne at a glance:
• Best M&S Champagne: M&S Delacourt Champagne Brut – view on Ocado
• Best Tesco Champagne: Tesco Finest Premier Cru Brut Champagne – view on Tesco
• Best Sainsbury's Champagne: Sainsbury's Blanc De Noirs Champagne – view on Sainsbury’s
When we think of a top-notch bottle of bubbly, our first thought isn't usually the supermarket, but you'll be surprised at what hidden gems lie within the aisle of your local superstore. The best supermarket Champagnes offer quality and a touch of luxury without breaking the bank so you can enjoy a great tasting glass for less.
To help you get the very best for your pennies, we've picked out the best supermarket Champagne from Tesco, Aldi, Sainsbury's, M&S, Waitrose and more so you can have a fantastic bottle waiting for your next celebration.
The best supermarket Champagne to toast your next occasion with
Best M&S Champagne
Ocadowww.ocado.com
Description
A fresh sparkling white wine with flavours of brioche, vanilla, red apple and peach, it pairs well with salmon and chicken.
Customer review: "Lovely - just dry and bubbly enough, deliciously light flavour which for me is highly drinkable and great for parties (if youre feeling generous)."
Best Tesco Champagne
Tescowww.tesco.com
Description
Made from Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes with extra-long ageing in the bottle, the extra maturation makes for elegant flavours of citrus, green apple and brioche. Enjoy with canapes or fish and chips.
Customer review: "For the money excellent value. I bought a couple of bottles prior to Christmas after seeing some very favourable reviews in the press. I really liked it, not as good as my favourite Bolly but that is at least double the price."
Best Sainsbury's Champagne
Sainsbury'swww.sainsburys.co.uk
Description
Made purely from black grapes, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier. Fresh and fruity, it has delicate hints of toasty biscuit, appealing richness and balanced acidity.
Customer review: "Unless you need a well-known brand on the label, save money, buy two of these instead! Has real character using the two black grape varieties only and in my opinion is as good, if not better, than most well known brands at twice the price."
Best Aldi Champagne
Aldigroceries.aldi.co.uk
Description
This blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier has been aged in cellars to enhance its complexity, elegance and length.
Customer review: "Fantastic at a good price, bought for our 40th wedding anniversary celebration. Enjoyed by all."
Best Waitrose Champagne
Waitrosewww.waitrose.com
Description
Made only from Pinot Noir, rather than from a mixture of black grapes, Waitrose's Champagne Blanc de Noirs has ripe fruit flavours and a biscuity character. It's made for Waitrose by a small house near Les Riceys in the Aube, the most southerly part of Champagne.
Customer review: "And excellent champagne for everyday drinking. Clean, dry and zesty with a classic mix of champagne flavours. Price is excellent value which makes it good for drinks parties as well as being in the fridge for when you just fancy a glass."
Best ASDA Champagne
ASDAgroceries.asda.com
Description
Matured for five years, for a rich and elegant taste, this Champagne is produced by Chanoine Frères and is a perfect match to seafood and smoked salmon.
Customer review: "This is an exceptional vintage for the price, bought for Christmas Day and it went down very well. Definitely a scoop and usually but from a competitor, this was at least as good and a much better price, well done Asda."
Best M&S rose Champagne
M&Swww.ocado.com
Description
Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Meunier grapes come together to great this smooth, sparkling rosé Champagne from M&S. Bursting with flavours of red cherry, pomegranate, caramel and brioche, it is beautifully paired with grilled seafood, strawberry tarts or peaches.
Customer review: "This is the best champagne I've had in a very long time! Very easygoing with floral fruity notes. I love the sweetness of it but it's not too sweet and doesn't leave any aftertaste it's an absolute steal for the price and perfect for hot summer days/evenings. I'm not buying any other brands ever again!!! Thanks Ocado for stocking this one."
Best Sainsbury's rose Champagne
Sainsbury'swww.sainsburys.co.uk
Description
An elegant and softly textured Champagne with red fruit aromas and very fine bubbles, it balances vibrant crushed summer berry notes with rich strawberry jam, complemented by a long creamy finish. Great with rich starters like pâté or smoked salmon.
Customer review: "There's something about the pink-ness which makes it even more special than 'ordinary' Champagne - I've even been known to wear a matching dress and put matching flowers on the table! It's especially good pre-lunch, a lovely balance of flavours and a good mousse making it a real treat."
Best supermarket Champagne FAQs
What are the different types of Champagne?
NV - Non-vintage: Non-vintage Champagne is the most common that consists of a blend of wines made in different years. This Champagne is best consumed within three to five years of bottling. Non-vintage usually have a consistent taste and are made in a “house style” that will taste the same every year.
V - Vintage: Vintage Champagne does not mean that it is old but rather made from grapes of only one year’s harvest compared to non-vintage Champagne is a blend of different years’ harvest. Vintage Champagnes can then be aged for over ten years after bottling.
Grape varieties - Blanc de Blancs vs blanc de noirs
Champagne can only be called Champagne if it comes from the Champagne region in France, and is produced from three types of grapes. Pinot noir (a black grape) and Pinot Meunier (a black grape), and Chardonnay (a white grape).
If you see Champagne titles with Blanc de Blancs, then it means that the Champagne is made from white Champagne grapes. These types of Champagne have lighter, floral citrus notes. Blanc de noir Champagnes are made from dark grapes of the Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier varieties. This type of Champagne has a richer, more full-bodied flavour profile and some red berry undertones.
What types of food go well with Champagne?
Typically, Champagne is recommended by experts to be paired with dishes such as smoked salmon, canapes, light poultry-based dishes and fruit desserts.
How do you serve Champagne?
Champagne is best when served between 8-10ºC in Champagne flute glasses, as the shape helps emphasise the bubbles.
Not a fan of Champagne? You can pick up some great bottles of Prosecco and wine from supermarkets, too.
Rosie Floyd is a Pets, Homes and Garden Product Writer for Yours, specialising in home appliances, décor and furnishings, as well as all things dogs. After completing her Journalism & Media degree from Coventry University back in 2015, she started her career writing about must-visit holiday destinations, moving on to creating content around outdoor living and garden buildings, before joining the team at Bauer.