World Champagne Day: Buy now for premium or budget bottles

World Champagne Day on October 24 is fast approaching, and lifestyle writers and drinks experts are urging shoppers to pick up bottles now to celebrate or to stock for the festive season. Recommendations include both established house labels and supermarket alternatives that aim to deliver similar flavour profiles at lower prices, giving consumers options whether they want a premium bottle for a toast or multiple bottles for a party.

Champagne is often chosen for its celebratory association and its versatility with food, and the selections highlighted combine classic styles with value-conscious picks. For those seeking a minimal-intervention, drier style, Drappier Brut Nature is recommended for its crisp citrus and subtle brioche notes. Lanson Le Black Creation is cited as a balanced, fruit-forward blend with a touch of creaminess suited to celebratory toasts. Veuve Clicquot remains a go-to for many drinkers, noted for its rich, complex character, bold fruit flavours and lively mousse.

Drinks expert Helena Nicklin has mapped out a slate of supermarket and value options that aim to mimic or evoke the profiles of more expensive bottles while costing a fraction of the price....