TOP OF THE POPS FOR UNDER $40!

Our lifestyle department take one for the team and give their verdict on this season’s best bubbles

MONSIGNY PREMIER CRU CHAMPAGNE NV, $25, ALDI

Described as “subtle brioche and pear citrus notes”, this sweet drop is refreshing and tastes far more exxy than it is.

VEUVE MONSIGNY CHAMPAGNE ROSE, $24.99, ALDI

Why choose sparkling alone when you can combine rosé? Pretty in any glass and packed with all your favourite summer fruit flavours.

CHANDON S, $29.99, LEADING LIQUOR SHOPS

Move over Aperol Spritz! This tipple combines orange bitters with its usual bubbles – just add ice and a cocktail umbrella!

JACOB’S CREEK PROSECCO SPRITZ, $19.99, LEADING LIQUOR SHOPS

Yet another take on the super popular Spritz, this bottle blends botanicals with blood oranges for extra taste points.

LA PLANCHELIERE SPARKLING ROSE NV, $16, BWS

Not as costly as your regular French variety, this delicious pick tastes like a party in your mouth – strawberries, raspberries and cherries, to be precise.

LANSON BLACK LABEL NV BRUT $40, DAN MURPHY’S

How can you say no to a champagne that comes in a gift box that turns into a makeshift speaker?! More importantly, it’s discounted throughout December.