4 of the Best Champagnes Under £50

4 of the Best Champagnes Under £50

Words: Violet

In need of a celebratory drink or a pre-dinner party tipple to delight your guests? Champagne is always the first port of call. Here we select our favourite champagnes all for under £50 so, if you want to, you can keep the bubbles flowing all night long..

VEUVE CLICQUOT BRUT

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Its famous yellow label is known the world over and its reputation is entirely justified. Summer fruit and mouth-filling mousse make up the basis of this delicious top quality champagne which has been aged for twice the required time ensuring a full, rich taste.

Veuve Clicquot Brut NV, £45 from Majestic

BOLLINGER SPECIAL CUVÉE NV

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The perfect party champagne that can be enjoyed both as soon as you buy and up to three years from now. Rich and fruity on the palette, this Bollinger also has an enticing biscuity nose. An intensely invigorating flavour with the perfect balance of acidity.

Bollinger Special Cuvee NV, £42.95 from BBR

‘R’ DE RUINART BRUT

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One of the best champagnes in the business, this ‘R’ de Ruinart is floral with accents of white peach on the palette. Matured to drink now, it makes the perfect tipple for a stylish dinner party.

‘R’ de Ruinart Brut, £45 from BBR

POL ROGER RESERVE NV

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Based in the village of Cramant, south of Epernay in Champagne’s Côte des Blancs, Bonnaire is a family owned business going from stride to stride.This particular champagne begins with notes of honeysuckle and quince before enveloping your tastebuds with fruity textures and inviting depth.

Pol Roger Reserve NV, £50 from Majestic

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