Summer’s knocking, and with it comes longer days, balmy nights, and plenty of reasons to give the wine rack a seasonal refresh by putting those heavy reds to bed (for now) and exchanging them with light and refreshing sips.
Think chilled whites, crisp rosés, buttery chardonnay and breezy bubbles, perfect for pairing with fresh seafood, sunsets, and even a spontaneous picnic alongside a summer charcuterie board.
Excitingly, ALDI’s Monsigny Premier Cru Brut Champagne 750mL ($39.99) is back to toast the start of summer.
ALDI wine expert and buying director Jason Bowyer says: “Our shoppers have eagerly anticipated the return of the Monsigny Champagne, and we are pleased to bring back this crowd-favourite! Monsigny is a highly rated and beautifully crafted Champagne that is constantly praised for its quality, and it comes at a fraction of the price of other Champagnes.”
Alongside the return of the Monsigny Champagne, ALDI’s refreshing Summer wine range is set to impress, offering shoppers an affordable and refreshing sipping experience, perfect for raising a glass and celebrating the season without stretching their budgets.
“As summer approaches, we’ve seen that Australians are reaching for wines that are light, fresh, and easy on both the palate and the wallet. This season, ALDI’s range is packed with refreshing, fruit-forward varieties, perfectly crafted to complement those warm-weather moment.” Mr Bowyer said.
Light and fresh summer wines under $20
Pinot Gris
L’Expression Sud France Pinot Gris 2024 (Bordeaux Bottle) 750mL, $10.99 – Award Winning
Gold Gilbert & Gaillard Medal Award 2024
Jason says: “This award-winning Pinot Gris delivers rich, ripe flavours while maintaining the refreshing crispness you love in a Pinot Grigio. It’s the perfect balance of flavour and freshness in every sip. This can be perfectly paired with our Specially Selected Spicy Mango Prawns for only $6.99 in your local ALDI freezer this summer!”
NEW Blackstone Paddock Limited Release Tasmanian Pinot Gris 2024 750mL, $19.99
Jason says: “Cool climate wines from Tasmania are stealing the spotlight this year, and this one is smooth, delightful, and perfect for summer sipping. It pairs beautifully with the people’s favourite Emporium Selection Triple Cream Brie Cheese 200g, offering a creamy, indulgent complement that enhances the wine’s crispness.”
Chardonnay
Big Bear Californian Chardonnay 2023 750mL, $13.99
Jason says: “With layers of ripe peach, vanilla and creamy oak characters, this is a great value buttery chardonnay that is made to please and impress. The big and buttery style Chardonnays of the 90’s are back!”
Blackstone Paddock Limited Release Margaret River Chardonnay 2024 750mL, $19.99 – Award-Winning
Cairns Wine Show Awards 2025 – Champion Wine of Show, Champion White Wine of Show, Best Chardonnay of Show, Gold medal
Jason says: “This award-winning wine has an effortless journey across the palate, with flavours of white stone fruit, refreshing lemon curd and bitter lime, merged with baked pastry and fennel seed with an underlying cashew paste and cardamom notes.”
Rosé
NEW Nerissimo Primitivo Rose Puglia, Italy 2024 750mL, $14.99
Jason says: “Nerissimo is an elegant and light rosé, sophisticated yet casual. This year it comes packaged in a sophisticated premium bottle, making it a top-quality rosé knock-out across the palate, packaging and price.”
NEW Francios Lurton Nizas Languedoc Rose 2024 750mL, $11.99
Jason says: “This southern French rosé is a classic blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvédre, grapes for which this winery is renowned. Pair it with fried squid, fresh oysters, or a summer salad, or simply enjoy it on its own on a beautiful summer’s day.”
Moscato
NEW Moscato D’Asti DOCG 2024 750mL, $14.99
Jason says: “This Moscato is the ideal wine to start Summer or Christmas celebrations on and can be served well with fresh fruits and desserts. The special engraved glass mould bottle also makes for the perfect gift.”
Soave
NEW Corte Carista Soave Classico DOC 2024 750mL, $11.99
Jason says: “Soave is one of Italy’s most classic and well-known white wines. Usually retailing for around $40, this wine is perfect for the Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc drinkers who want to explore a new white varietal.”
Note: ALDI Liquor and Alcohol is not available in Queensland or South Australia.
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