A Spanish rosé priced at £5.49 has been crowned this year’s most cost-effective quality option by wine enthusiasts, including specialist @affordablewinehunter.
The influencer, who has amassed 121,000 followers with his expertise, highlighted Aldi’s Toro Loco Superior Rosé in his annual search for budget-friendly wines.
“This is a game I play every year. What is the cheapest Rosé to get that is quite acceptable and an easy drinker?” he asked on Instagram.
The wine originates from Spain’s Utiel-Requena region and is made from Bobal grapes, one of the nation’s most widely cultivated and celebrated varieties.
The wine expert characterised the rosé as “dry, light and refreshing” with “nothing fancy here, but a fair option given the price tag”.
In his assessment, the wine connoisseur described it as a “solid mid-weeker”, positioning the Spanish tipple as an unpretentious choice for everyday consumption.
The tasting notes emphasised its crisp character, making it particularly suitable for warm weather drinking, according to the wine specialist.
Aldi’s 75cl bottle has generated considerable interest on social media following the endorsement.
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Aldi’s Toro Loco Superior Rosé is a ‘solid mid-weeker’
Shoppers have responded enthusiastically to the recommendation, with the Instagram post amassing more than 1,000 likes so far.
One follower commented: “Bargain! Spotted this a few times but yet to try, seems like I should!”
Meanwhile, another confirmed: “Can’t go wrong with Toro Loco.” A third gave it the ultimate praise: “Best wine!”
Several customers revealed they were already devoted to the budget rosé. “Love that one…have for years,” wrote one user, while another added: “This is always my go-to. Pleased to see that I’m in good company.”
Aldi | Aldi’s Aperini Superiore has been crowned ‘Best Aperitif in the Country’ Rosé fans may want to act fast if they want to secure the coveted bottle, with supply seemingly dwindling as word spreads.
One shopper reported: “Grabbed a couple of bottles last weekend and managed to get the last bottle today – think word has got round.
“This is a great Rose and even better at that price! It’s got to be ice, ice cold though.”
But the Toro Loco Superior Rosé isn’t the only beverage receiving recognition, scooping up multiple honours in recent months.
Aldi’s Aperini Superiore secured gold at the World Liqueur Awards 2025, earning Best Aperitif in the Country.
The £6.99 aperitif, which has returned to stores following success last year, represents a 60 per cent saving compared to premium alternatives like Aperol.
Additional recognition came when Aldi’s Veuve Monsigny Champagne Brut won the World’s Best Champagne award at the World Champagne Awards 2025. The £14.95 bottle defeated luxury rivals despite its modest price point.
These accolades have strengthened the supermarket’s position in the alcoholic beverage sector.
In other Aldi news, a cult-favourite treat described as a “sell-out sensation” has become a permanent fixture.
