Aldi Wines Grab The Spotlight In Wine Enthusiast

As Aldi works to build its assortment of alcoholic beverages and provide shoppers with quality products at a value, the grocer’s efforts recently received a boost from Wine Enthusiast.

The vino-focused publication recently showcased a selection of wines sold at Aldi, even providing ratings for 10 varietals.

“While we generally stick to endorsing what we consider to be ‘excellent’ bottles — earning 90 points and above — we believe these budget-friendly bottles are worthy of examination. The company’s careful curation process makes well-made wine accessible to all,” Wine Enthusiast wrote.

The article noted that Aldi wines priced between $5 and $10 per bottle routinely scored 86 points or more in Wine Enthusiast, a score considered “very good.” Scores at this level also indicate that the magazine’s reviewers view the wines as a well-recommended value.

Arlin Zajmi, director of National Buying for Adult Beverages at Aldi, said the retailer is committed to providing the highest-quality wines at a great value. He noted that the grocer, currently in the midst of a major store expansion project, works directly with top-tier producers, allowing Aldi to pass on savings to its shoppers.