Introduction
When it comes to celebrating festivities or ringing in the New Year, there's nothing like popping a bottle of bubbly. But with so many own-brand supermarket proseccos on offer, how do you know which one to choose? To help you make an informed decision, I tried the cheapest own-brand versions from Sainsbury's, Tesco, Aldi, Lidl, Morrisons, Waitrose, Asda, and M&S. Read on to find out which ones are worth stocking up on this Christmas…
M&S
Price: £10 (£13.33 a litre)
Taste: 3/5
Overall Score: 5/10
M&S's own-brand prosecco was the priciest bottle I tried. While it had a dry taste that might appeal to those who prefer less sweetness, it lacked fizz and left a slightly unpleasant chemical aftertaste.
Aldi Costellore Prosecco Vino Frizzante
Price: £4.75 (£6.33 a litre)
Taste: 4/5
Overall Score: 9/10
Aldi's own-brand prosecco had a fruity, not too overpowering taste. It was light, fresh, and had just the right amount of sweetness. At less than a fiver, it's definitely a bargain.
Lidl Allini Prosecco Treviso Frizzante
Price: £5.49 (£7.32 a litre)
Taste: 1/5
Overall Score: 5/10
Lidl's prosecco was relatively low-priced, but unfortunately, that was reflected in the taste. It was weak, lacking fizz, and had a screw cap, which felt a bit budget. Not the best choice for a special occasion.
Morrisons The Best Prosecco DOC
Price: £7 (£9.33 a litre)
Taste: 5/5
Overall Score: 8/10
Morrisons' own-brand prosecco had a good full-bodied taste with floral notes that worked well. It had the right amount of sweetness and a satisfying pop when opening the bottle. Worth serving to guests.
Sainsbury's Prosecco Frizzante
Price: £6 (£8 a litre)
Taste: 1/5
Overall Score: 4/10
Sainsbury's own-brand prosecco had a weak flavor and an unpleasant acidic aftertaste. It was the flattest of all the versions I tried. The screw cap also took away the fun of popping the cork.
Tesco Finest Prosecco DOC
Price: £8 (£10.66 a litre)
Taste: 2/5
Overall Score: 4/10
Tesco's own-brand prosecco was a bit too sweet and lacked flavor. While it was fine to sip, it felt dull and didn't justify the higher price tag.
Waitrose
Price: £7.99 (£10.65 a litre)
Taste: 5/5
Overall Score: 7/10
Waitrose's own-brand prosecco had a fragrant, woody taste and was full-bodied. The flavor was more complex and interesting than some of the others, and it tasted more expensive than its price tag. A surprising find.
Asda Extra Special
Price: £7 (£9.33 a litre)
Taste: 4/5
Overall Score: 8/10
Asda's own-brand prosecco was light with citrus notes. It had the right amount of sweetness and wasn't overpowering. The bottle looked good too, making it a great option for gifting or taking to a party.
Conclusion
Based on my taste test, Aldi's Costellore Prosecco Vino Frizzante came out on top with its fruity taste and bargain price. Morrisons' The Best Prosecco DOC and Asda's Extra Special were close contenders with their enjoyable flavors. If you're looking to splurge a bit more, Waitrose offers a surprisingly complex and full-bodied option. Cheers to finding the perfect prosecco for your celebrations!
