Best festive party FIZZ
Arestel Cava Brut NV, Catalonia, Spain 11.5%
Snappy and dry, with a crisp green apple note and light toastiness. Decent cava and, at this eye-catching price, a perfect refreshing crowdpleaser. Made in the traditional Champagne method, with 9-10 months ageing in the bottle. £5.49, Lidl
Tesco Sweet Asti 2021, Piedmont, Italy 7%
Here’s a honeyed sparkler to pair with fruit desserts, cream cakes and meringues (it’s a little light for Christmas pud). Frothy, and it actually tastes of green grapes – sugared and chilled. Very low in alcohol too. £5.75
The time is almost upon us to pop corks and raise our glasses to another year. Here’s award-winning drinks editor Susy Atkins’ choice of the best wines, fizz, spirits and cocktails for the festivities. She tasted many bottles to find them – and every single one meets with her approval… Cheers!
Crémant du Jura 2019, France 12%
Clementines, lemons and a note of tea biscuit mingle in this appealing crémant from eastern France. It’s dry, and made from 100% chardonnay grapes using the Champagne method. Consistently the best fizz under £10 on the high street. £8.99, Aldi