Aldi launches still prosecco in ‘UK first’

The discount grocer’s Costellore Still Prosecco DOC, which is priced at £5.99, looks to offer a “unique twist on the nation’s favourite sparkling wine”.

On shelves now, the product is crafted from the same Glera grapes as its bubbly counterpart, offering the same fruity flavour as prosecco but without the fizz, according to Aldi.

Mistress of Wine Sam Caporn said: “This light, fresh, still prosecco has much in common with its sparkling sibling, boasting notes of apricot, honeysuckle, ripe pear and melon with beautifully balancing lemon acidity.

“This is made from the same grape as the sparkling wine – Glera – and as such, it has the same tasty flavours of orchard and stone fruits. It also makes an excellent alternative to famous northern Italian wines such as Gavi. It would be fantastic when enjoyed alongside classic Italian dishes such as seafood pasta, carbonara or risotto.”

It follows the recent launch of the grocer’s aluminium own-label wine bottles. In a bid to further reduce its carbon footprint, Aldi partnered with climate-friendly packing provider Broadland Drinks for the supermarket-first initiative.

Earlier this month, the Costellore Pinot Grigio launched in stores, with the bottle being almost 75% lighter than a standard glass alternative.