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These own-label wines just won awards, and they all cost under £17.
As studies continue to suggest that we’re increasingly opting to stay in over going out, the idea of catching up with a friend on the sofa while watching a Netflix film is more appealing than ever.
Saying no to rowdy crowds, overpriced cocktails and waiting around for night buses just feels so good.
It’s also a lot cheaper, which we all know is at the forefront of our minds during these tight times.
So it’s good to know that, if we do want to enjoy a cheeky tipple while discussing the latest episode of Love Island, we can keep a decent bottle of wine in the fridge without breaking the bank.
And news of these award-winning budget and mid-price supermarket wines prove it.
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The International Wine Challenge (IWC) has revealed its 2019 Great Value Champions, selecting five world-class, budget-friendly wines as its winners.
Aldi won the award for IWC Great Value Champion Sparkling 2019 with Veuve Monsigny Champagne Rosé NV. Aldi was the only supermarket to gain a Gold medal for an own-label rosé Champagne.
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The IWC Great Value Champion Sweet 2019 was awarded to Tesco Finest Dessert Semillon 2015. Tesco was also awarded the IWC Own Label Range of the Year 2019.
This Australian award-winner is available for £6 for from Tesco.
Waitrose’s New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough, the Cowrie Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2018, won the IWC Great Value Champion White 2019. Waitrose was also crowned IWC Wine Merchant of the Year 2019
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Another own-label champion, Waitrose Palo Cortado “Torre del Oro” won the award for IWC Great Value Champion Fortified 2019.
Available for £11.99 from Waitrose.
Casa Ferreirinha Papa Figos Red 2017 from Portugal took home the IWC Great Value Champion Red 2019.
Available for £10.99 from a variety of retailers including VINVM, KWM Wine & Spirits, Wholefoods, Amazon.
And there was good news for ethical shoppers as the IWC Fairtrade Award 2019 went to the Co-op for its £7.50 Fairtrade Organic Malbec 2017.
So take a note if you fancy picking up a bottle on your next supermarket sweep.
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