By Rachel Williams
The Oasis mania has officially kicked off. As the iconic band begins its highly anticipated reunion tour today, July 4, it marks the first time the Gallagher Brothers have shared the stage in 16 years.
To celebrate this monumental moment in British music history, Aldi decided to launch a limited-edition ‘Supernova Champagne’ as a tribute to the one hit that we all can pretty much recite word for word.
Now, I am partial to a bit of bubbly, especially when it gets sunny outside. Also, if we’re being honest, I can find myself belting out ‘Wonderwall’ at the end of a good night much like any other self-respecting Scot does.
Set to officially go available from July 7 at the supermarket’s Bury new Road in Manchester, a nod to where the band first began their story, I was lucky enough to get my hands on a bottle to try out ahead of the legendary comeback.
While I usually only keep champers for a special occasion, the return of arguably the biggest band in Britpop history combined with the warm summer weather made me think, why not eh?
A ‘world’s best’ bottle of champagne for under 拢15
To really celebrate Oasis’ return, Aldi’s limited-edition bubbly has been crafted using its award-winning Veuve Monsigny Champagne Brut that is so popular it was recently crowned as ‘the best in the world’ at a prestigious awards ceremony.
If, you’re anything like me, you’ll expect champagne to be quite pricey. Fortunately, the supermarket’s only costs 拢14.95 for a 75cl, meaning it doesn’t just beat out luxury competitors on taste, but also price.
Another little nod I personally loved was the design of the bottle, which has been repurposed to now feature a sleek vinyl record on the label, making it a cute keepsake for diehard fans.
Class in a glass
As for the champagne itself, let me tell you, I had high hopes considering its reputation. So, did it live up to the hype?
Of course, before I even tried a glass, I kept it chilled in the fridge for sometime, because bubbly needs to be chilled for the full effect. As soon as I uncorked the bottle, I’ll say that I instantly got a sharp, vibrant aroma that made believe it wouldn’t be too weak.
As for the taste itself, it’s been described as “a classic blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier” that have been matured in cellars, bringing through notes of ripe apple, soft red fruit, and delicate florals.
Nevertheless, I was actually surprised by how delicate it was, both in colour and taste. It wasn’t overly-yellow like some champers, nor was it too fizzy, making me feel a touch like Goldilocks trying it out.
For me, this was perfect balance of zest and sweetness, with a touch of a dry finish, but it never got overly acidity which can be the case with some champagne’s. In fact, this was quite mellow and almost way to easy to drink multiple glasses in one go.
Overall verdict
As it turns out, Aldi’s champagne might be something of a “Champagne Supernova in the sky” for devoted fans – or, that is, in my personal opinion.
Aside from its luxury and award-winning reputation, it offers a delicate, light, yet no less vibrant, glass of bubbly that will be ideal for toasting at any special event, especially for the duration of Oasis’ tour.
As for me, while I never managed to nab tickets for the tour, I will finish off my own celebrations by polishing off this bottle with a Spotify playlist of the band’s greatest hits on in the background.
Want to nab your own bottle? Then the limited-edition Supernova Champagne (拢14.95, 75cl) will be available in Aldi鈥檚 Bury New Road, Manchester store from July 7, while stocks last.