ALDI Wine Reviews: Uncorking the Affordable & Best Gems
It’s been a long time since I have wrote about ALDI wine here on the blog. In fact it was back in 2018 when I wrote the post: ALDI Wine – Is it Any Good? Here’s My Verdict. So I figured it was about time I tried some of the current range and typed up some tasting notes.
And before you diss ALDI wine, make sure you have a listen to Master of Wine Meg Brodtmann on the Winewith Meg + Mel podcast and how she thinks it is darn good value!
I aim to add to this list of ALDI wine reviews, so do bookmark this page and come back to it when you are next off for an ALDI shop.
Jump straight in:
ALDI Champagne & Sparkling Wine
Marie de Moy Champagne Brut NV
We looooved the champagne ALDI used to stock as we had visited the Champagne house in France, so it’s safe to say Marie de Moy Champagne Brut NV had a lot to live up to for us.
We enjoyed this $33 Champagne with friends in the backyard and I have to admit, it went down really well. Everyone seemed to have good comments about it and in fact I found it deliciously smooth.
It is fresh and citrus driven with a bit of pretty florals on the nose. A great aperitif or in our case a cheese board while running after 4 toddlers!
I would definitely buy this again if I was in the mood for a bottle of Champagne which isn’t going to break the bank.
Price: $33 approx.
Region: Champagne, France
Grape Variety: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier
Vintage tasted: NV (non-vintage)
Tasting Date: September 2024
Fun Fact: It was given an 88/100 score by Wine Enthusiast magazine!
Corte Carista Prosecco DOC NV
Picture this, it’s Friday night, you’re buggered after a long week, so you just want to chill out in a nice warm bath with a decent (and well priced) glass of bubbles. Tick! This Corte Carista Prosecco ticks all boxes.
I didn’t write a tasting note while sipping this, as I was in-fact in the bath. It went down very easily and I would buy it again for $11 easily.
On the nose, you’ll be greeted by a delightful mix of aromas – think crisp white pear, delicate acacia flowers, and a touch of perfume. This Prosecco is refreshingly dry, with a beautiful balance of acidity that keeps things lively. The flavours of white pear and acacia flower come through beautifully, leaving a clean and crisp finish that begs for another sip.
It’s crowd-pleasing bubbly that won’t break the bank – light, refreshing, and oh-so-drinkable!
Price: $11 approx.
Region: Venezia Giulia, Italy
Grape Variety: Glera
Vintage tasted: NV (non-vintage)
Tasting Date: November 2024
Fun Fact: Prosecco gets its fizz from a second fermentation process called the Charmat Method. This process involves bottling the wine with yeast and sugar, which then ferment and create the bubbles. Interestingly, this method is much faster than the traditional method used for Champagne, which is why Prosecco is generally more affordable!
ALDI Red Wine Reviews
LaCheteau Chinon Cabernet Franc Soleil des Vignes
Having visited the beautiful Loire Valley in 2023, I am head over heels with this French wine region and their delicious wines. ALDI actually stocks a decent range of Loire wines which are at pretty good price points.
Chinon refers to the village this wine is from, and it is an appellation known for its red wines made from Cab Franc. Although you will find some white and rose from here too.
I found this particular Cab Franc a light and juicy red. Super easy drinking and thirst quenching on the palate. Think blackberries, spice, vanilla and violets. It’s smooth but has just enough tannin to kiss the palate. Yes I would buy it again!
It made me crave goats cheese, tomato pasta, or perhaps something like a grilled salmon fillet or even some roasted duck.
Price: $17 approx.
Region: Loire Valley, France
Grape Variety: Cabernet Franc
Vintage tasted: 2022
Tasting Date: August 2024
Fun Fact: Soleil des Vignes is a French phrase that translates to “sun of the vines” or “sunshine of the vineyards”.
ALDI White Wine Reviews
Freya and Jules Riesling Watervale + Clare Valley
At the end of August 2024 I bought this bottle of Freya and Jules Riesling. And I am not going to lie, I have had it before.
And look, it’s not a super complex Riesling but it is damn refreshing and smashable. For only $10 a bottle, it is bang for your buck, especially in summer when you want an easy drinking super refreshing and acid-driven white wine.
Think citrus fruits – lemon and lime particularly with a hint of florals on the nose. Super dry and super quenchable.
Splash out on a dozen oysters and buy a bottle of this to lessen the blow on the wallet and you’ll have the perfect decadent food & wine match.
Price: $10 approx.
Region: Watervale + Clare Valley, South Australia
Grape Variety: Riesling
Vintage tasted: 2023
Tasting Date: August 2024
Fun Fact: As far as I am aware, Freya and Jules is an ALDI exclusive.
ALDI Rosé Wine Reviews
François Lurton La Mule Provence Rosé
Do you love your South of France rose wine? This is your quintessential Provence rose from its light blush colour to its light body and super refreshing nature.
Think juicy red berries and watermelon mixed with citrus. It’s one of those roses which could easily put back a few bottles of without noticing.
We love our Asian food and I can firmly confirm that this ALDI rose is the perfect accompaniment to steamed dumplings and a spicy bowl of ramen. Drooooool!
Price: $13 approx.
Region: Provence, South of France
Grape Variety: I am not 100% on this one but rose wine from Provence is typically made primarily from Grenache, often blended with other Provençal grapes like Cinsault and Syrah.
Vintage tasted: 2022
Tasting Date: August 2024
Fun Fact: I believe this is another ALDI exclusive wine.
Stay tuned for more ALDI wine reviews coming soon!
Thanks for stopping by the blog Andrew! What did you think of the Chinon? I’ll have to try some of the EVOO too!
Just bought a bottle of the Chinon and some of Aldi’s relatively good value Australian EVOO. Googling the bottle, I was cheered to read you reckon it’s good. Keep up the good work.