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Best champagne deals for May 2024: Stock up on bottles of bubbly for less

From individual bottles to cases of six, here’s where you can pick up some fizz at a purse-friendly price

Wednesday 01 May 2024 11:24

Treat yourself to a bottle of the good stuff while supermarkets and wine shops discount prices (The Independent)

A glass of champagne will make celebration go off with a bang, whether it’s an anniversary, a birthday toast or just about any other occasion that demands some fizz.

Thanks to its luxury status, the French tipple is an indulgent and often expensive treat. However, there are plenty of deals now at supermarkets and wine specialists, such as Laithwaites and Majestic.

For anyone looking to stock up on the sparkling stuff, we’ve picked out the best deals, ranging from individual bottles to cases of six, that are perfect for the warm, sunny evenings to come.

Featuring some of the most recognised champagne makers, including Moet and Taittinger, there’s something for everyone to enjoy while bagging a bargain.

So, all there’s left for us to say is: happy sipping!

Read more: The best English sparkling wines

The best champagne deals for May 2024 are:

Moët & Chandon Impérial Brut NV, case of six: Was £257.94, now £221.94, Waitrosecellar.com
Taittinger Brut Réserve NV: Was £42.99, now £32.99, Waitrosecellar.com
Bollinger rosé NV champagne: Was £79.99, now £54.99, Northandsouthwines.co.uk
A touch of sparkle 2022, case of six: Was £108, now £90, Chapeldown.com

Moët & Chandon Impérial brut NV, case of six: Was £257.94, now £221.94, Waitrosecellar.com

(Moët & Chandon)

Raise a glass to this discounted case of Moët & Chandon champagne. While you can shop one bottle with a price reduction of £6, this Waitrose & Cellar deal will save you £36 on a case of six, so you can stock up for less ahead of your next soiree. A crisp sparkling serving up notes of bright fruit with a biscuity finish, it’s said to make the perfect food pairing partner with salmon or blinis.

Gyéjacquot Millésime 2016, case of 6: Was £45, now £29.99, Laithwaites.co.uk

(Laithwaites)

Hailing from Champagne’s southern Aube region, you can stock up and save six bottles of this new vintage fizz. Described as being rich, with fruit purity and brioche character, the chardonnay-based blend offers up toasty notes, with white flowers, creamy citrus, orchard fruits and brioche. With an aroma of lemons, peaches, apples and more, this sounds like a delightful tipple for your next celebration.

Taittinger Brut Réserve NV: Was £42.99, now £32.99, Waitrosecellar.com

(Taittinger)

You can save £10 on a bottle of bubbles from the famed champagne house, Taittinger. Or, if you want to stock up, you can add a case of six to your basket and save a whopping £60, thanks to Waitrose Cellar. The sparkler is described as a very dry, light and elegant drink. Enjoy a glass (or two) with a dish of smoked salmon.

Taittinger brut prestige rosé NV champagne, case of six: Was £347.94, now £287.94, Majestic.co.uk

(Taittinger)

This rosé option featured in our round-up of the best champagnes in 2022, with our tester noting that, despite Tattinger’s reputation, this is a “relatively well-priced” fizz that has “refreshing, red-fruit flavours”. Thanks to Majestic, there’s now a saving of £60 on a case of six. Snap it up while you can.

Piper-Heidsieck cuvee brut champagne, case of six: Was £269.94, now £233.94, Majestic.co.uk

(Majestic)

This case of six from Piper-Heidsieck now has £60 off. The champagne house has 235 years of history, so, we think it’s safe to say it knows its stuff. This bottle is a fresh pinot noir-dominated fizz with flavours of pear and apple, plus a hint of citrus. This sounds like the perfect sundowner.

Bollinger rosé NV champagne: Was £79.99, now £54.99, Northandsouthwines.co.uk

(North and South Wines)

Snap up this bottle of Bollinger at a steal. Housed inside the classic pink packaging, and now with £25 off, it could be the perfect gift for you or a special someone. Drink this bottle with your partner, friends, or enjoy it on your own – we won’t judge.

A touch of sparkle 2022, case of six: Was £108, now £90, Chapeldown.com

(Chapel Down)

This champagne sounds like a holiday in a bottle. Described as gentle, fresh and crisp with notes of floral flavours and tropical fruit, it’s topping our wishlists as one we have to try. Now, with a small yet handy saving of £18, we may just be tempted. Plus, as your order will be £90, there’s free UK delivery, too.

Louis Roederer collection 243 brut champagne, case of six: Was £371.94, now £287.94, Majestic.co.uk

(Majestic)

Enjoy £84 off this case of six bottles of Louis Roederer champagne. A blend dominated by chardonnay is said to provide aromas of ripe, sweet fruit complemented by subtle oaky notes. Meanwhile, pinot noir and meunier grapes from the Vallée de la Marne should give the wine a broad, juicy, yet smooth character.

Emile Dupuis brut champagne NV: Was £30.95, now £29.40, Vivino.com

(Vivino)

This crisp champagne currently has 15 per cent off at Vivino, which encourages customers to add their tasting notes to the retailer’s website. This bottle is said to have fruity notes of apple, apricot, lemon and grapefruit, while reviewers have even noted a hint of ash and smoke in the flavour profile.

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