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.

It’s crazy to think that I have been buying and tasting wine from ALDI since 2017 when it first came to Perth. I now live on the East Coast in Australia and have 3 ALDI supermarkets within 30 minutes from where I live!

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.

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ALDI Champagne & Sparkling Wine

Champagne Veuve Monsigny Brut Selection

Champagne Veuve Monsigny is a firm favourite in our house! It is our go-to $30 champagne which tastes delicious and is a fraction of the cost of other champagnes.

I can’t even count how many bottles of Monsigny we have consumed over the last 8 years we have been buying it! Here are my general tasting notes on it:

• Aromas: Ripe apples, soft red fruits, and delicate floral hints.
• Palate: Citrus, strawberry, and baked apple notes, leading to a clean, lingering finish.
• Structure: Decent acidity with a creamy weight.

It’s affordability and versatility makes it suitable for both casual gatherings and special occasions in my opinion.

Price: $30 approx.
Region: Champagne, France
Grape Variety: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier
Vintage tasted: NV (non-vintage)
Tasting Date: April 2025

Fun Fact: This Champagne is produced by Philizot & Fils in France’s Marne Valley, exclusively for ALDI supermarkets.

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!

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ALDI Red Wine Reviews

Luis Felipe Edwards Carmenere 2023

I do love a good Carmenere – it’s robust and aromatic and in my opinion, a great match for curry. We enjoyed it while on a snow holiday at Mt Baw Baw with a chicken tikka and spicy samosas. So good!

This Chilean gem is delicious for its humble price tag. Pouring into the glass, it immediately greets you with a deep, inviting ruby-red hue, hinting at the vibrant character within. The nose is a delightful blend of ripe red and black fruits – think juicy cherries and plump blackberries. These are interwoven with those classic Carmenere notes of a subtle green capsicum, a whisper of tobacco, and perhaps a touch of mocha or dark chocolate.

On the palate, this wine truly punches above its weight. It’s medium-bodied with a wonderfully soft and approachable texture, making it incredibly easy to drink. The fruit flavours echo the nose, bright and fresh, balanced by a gentle acidity and those characteristic savoury, slightly herbal undertones that Carmenere is renowned for.

Ideal for curry or BBQ night. Easy drinking and easy on the wallet.

Price: $15 approx.
Region: Central Valley, Chile
Grape Variety: Carmenere
Vintage tasted: 2023
Tasting Date: July 2025

Fun Fact: The Carmenere grape, originally from Bordeaux, was thought to be extinct after a 19th-century epidemic. However, it was rediscovered in Chile in 1994, where it had been mistakenly cultivated as Merlot for over a century. This “lost” grape has since become a signature variety for Chile.

Lil’Bess Chillable Pinot Noir 2024

Sometimes I just can’t decide what I feel like. Enter stage – chillable reds. They are the perfect middle ground when I can’t decide between a white/rose and a red.

This is uncomplicated, thirst quenching and just bloody easy to drink. It’s got a bit of sass and claims to be sustainability grown and made with minimal intervention.

In the glass, it’s a vibrant, light ruby, offering up immediate aromas of fresh cherries and strawberries. On the palate, it’s bright, juicy, and incredibly refreshing with a lovely smooth texture, making it an absolute quaffer perfect for any time of year.

Price: $12 approx.
Region: Produced by Fourth Wave Wines in NSW
Grape Variety: Pinot Noir with a splash of Grenahce
Vintage tasted: 2024
Tasting Date: July 2025

Fun Fact: ‘Chillable Reds’ have been gaining popularity over the last few years because chilling them enhances their freshness, bright fruit flavours, and makes them incredibly refreshing.

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”.

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ALDI White Wine Reviews

Blackstone Paddock Limited Release Tasmania Pinot Gris

After recently tuning into the Wine with Meg + Mel podcast and hearing all about the Blackstone Paddock range at ALDI, I was intrigued! They tried this new range up against undisclosed renowned Aussie wines – a lot more expensive than the $20 price tag for the Blackstone Paddock bottles and they were blown away.

So naturally I raced out and grabbed a few bottles for myself and I can safely say that I thoroughly enjoyed this Tassie Pinot Gris.

The texture / mouthfeel was so juicy and divine, I probably drank through it far too quickly… haha. Think orchard fruits like pears, nectarines and peach with a sprinkling of baking spice and a lick of citrus acidity.

We had it just as an apertif, which worked beautifully but I could also imagine pairing it with: creamy pasta, roast chicken, sushi or cheese!

Would I drink it again? Absolutely. This is the sort of Pinot Gris that makes you remember that $20 can get you a darn good bottle of wine.

Price: $19.99
Region: Tasmania
Grape Variety: Pinot Gris
Vintage tasted: 2024
Tasting Date: December 2025

Fun Fact: Blackstone Paddock is a brand owned by ALDI Supermarkets.

A.C.Byrne & Co Margaret River Chardonnay 2024

A friend told me this was her go-to Aldi wine, so being a Chardonnay lover, naturally I had to give this one a go.

My hubby had been out at a networking event and had plenty of gossip to share, so we decided to open this one and I have to admit it went down a treat for both of us (and he had been sipping $50 Chardonnay earlier in the night!).

Look it’s not heavy and big, but it is extremely approachable and easy-drinking. We actually both really enjoyed it as we indulged in all the local gossip!

My tasting note: It is light to medium-bodied with a crisp finish, think citrus notes, stonefruit like peach and nectarine and a creamy, smooth texture. Uncomplicated and no headache the next day. I would drink this again!

Price: $10.99 approx.
Region: Margaret River, Western Australia
Grape Variety: Chardonnay
Vintage tasted: 2024
Tasting Date: May 2025

Fun Fact: A.C. Byrne & Co is a brand owned by ALDI Supermarkets.

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.

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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.

Rose Full AOP Coteaux d’aix-en-Provence

Super light, super refreshing and it is the epitome of the word ‘smashable’.

It’s the perfect rose wine for those super hot days or days when you just want to sip something uncomplicated and easy drinking. Plus at $13 a pop, you won’t break the bank.

On the palate, this rosé delivers exactly what it promises. Dry, as expected from a Coteaux d’Aix, with a crisp acidity that cuts through the fruitiness. The red berries from the nose are there, joined by a touch of white peach

Plus it looks good with a pretty cap and back label that shines through from the inside.

It’s your quintessential “throw it in the esky and head to the beach” rosé. It’s not going to blow your mind with layers of intricate flavours, but it’s a reliably refreshing and dry wine that ticks all the boxes for a casual summer tipple.

Would I buy it again? Absolutely, for a casual BBQ or a spontaneous picnic. It’s a crowd-pleaser that won’t leave you feeling guilty when you reach for a second (or third) glass. Cheers!

Price: $13 approx.
Region: Provence, South of France
Grape Variety: I am not 100% on this one but probably from one or a blend of the typical Provence grapes: Grenache, Syrah, Cinsault, Mourvèdre.
Vintage tasted: 2023
Tasting Date: February 2025

Fun Fact: One of the defining features of the Coteaux d’Aix-en-Provence region is the Mistral wind. This strong, cold, and dry wind blows down from the Rhône Valley, and it plays a crucial role in the local viticulture.

Stay tuned for more ALDI wine reviews coming soon!