New research from Aldi has found that Brits now prefer their own English wines over those from nations known for having some of the best winemakers in the world, such as Spain, Australia, and New Zealand.
The supermarket has celebrated another year of success in the English wine category, with sales increasing 60 percent yearly.
Taking the reins from some of its larger counterparts, the survey revealed shoppers think English vineyards are better at producing wines than the likes of South Africa (4 percent), New Zealand (8 percent), Spain (6 percent), Argentina (2 percent), and Chile (4 percent).
Ranking third at 15 percent, the only two nations rated higher than the UK was France at 20 percent and Italy at 17 percent.
At the same time, Champagne (40 percent) reigned supreme when it came to having a celebratory drink, as 15 percent thought ‘English sparkling is the new Champagne’.
“Initially known for producing amazing bottles of sparkling, English still wine is gaining popularity – as shown by this research. Shoppers are still experiencing the delicious wines that can be grown in England, now standing out against larger wine-making regions,” said Sam Caporn, Mistress of Wine.
“With delicious grapes, including Pinot Noir and Bacchus, which can be likened to a New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, it is great to see them increasingly being awarded the recognition they deserve.
English Wine Week provided a fantastic opportunity to become acquainted with first-class wines, which regularly stun wine lovers worldwide.
After seeing an incredible 60 percent surge in sales of its award-winning English wine range last year, Aldi’s vinos showcase the best wine-growing hotspots across the UK.
Ranking of which country produces the best wines, according to Brits:
France (20%)
Italy (17%)
UK (15%)
Australia (9%)
New Zealand (8%)
Spain (6%)
South Africa (4%)
Chile (4%)
Argentina (2%)
Germany (2%)
USA (2%)
Georgia (0.3%)
China (0.2%)
Other (10.6%)
Research of 2,000 UK-based wine drinkers was commissioned by Aldi and conducted by Perspectus Global in March 2024.
