Lidl wine buyer Krettmann says: “For a delicate alternative to prosecco, the Pinot Grigio Veneto Spumante is a surprising sparkling white which can be enjoyed as an aperitif. This wine is fresh ...

The wine itself must also be produced there, otherwise it can’t legally be called ‘Prosecco’. It would be called ‘Glera Spumante’ after the name of the grape, which isn’t nearly as catchy.

The supermarket is also cutting costs of the Costellore Prosecco Spumante DOC (75cl) and Nicolas de Montbart Champagne (75cl), while its still wines are reduced by up to 50%,with prices starting ...