I don’t often need an excuse to open a bottle of champagne , but Christmas and New Year are as good as any. From entertaining friends and family, I’ve stocked up my fridge with these recommendations from experts, who also drink these champagnes and sparkling wines - none of which will break the bank. Diana Thompson , owner of Wine Events Scotland, loves Lidl’s Comte de Senneval Brut NV Champagne, which is usually £13.
99 but is down to £9.99 until 31 December. Diana said: “A great favourite, all the hallmarks of premium Champagne at a very purse friendly price and elegant label.
Don’t miss this incredible offer!” If you’d rather have a touch of blush, Diana also recommends Taittinger Prestige Rosé, which is £40 from WoodWinters, John Lewis, Goldenacre, Tesco, Sainsbury’s. She said: “A bouquet of rose petals followed by deliciously elegant red fruits. A must have treat to enjoy at least once during the festive season.
” Master of Wine and The Scotsman wine writer, Rose Murray Brown recommends a classic Champagne Louis Brochet Brut NV, which is £31.81 bts (£171 for a case of six bottles). Rose said: "This is a brilliant value buy from The Wine Society : cuvee is 70% Pinot Noir with remainder Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier – from a historic producer in Montagne de Reims.
” One champagne brand you may not have heard of but should check out is Champagne Lallier. Their cellar master, Dominique Demarville, used to work for Veuve Clicquot and is an icon of t.
