Tesco introduces lighterweight Champagne bottle (US)

Tesco has launched the first lighterweight Champagne bottles to its range, as part of its drive towards sustainability. The lightweight bottle initiative, which is being led by the Comite Interprofessionnel du Vin de Champagne (CIVC), will see a 7.2% weight reduction in standard 75cl Champagne bottles – taking them from 900g to 830g. Its exclusive De Vallois Champagne will take the lead which will be followed by the rest of its range over the next few years, in order to reduce glass waste, cut carbon emissions and lower transportation costs, reports Harpers Wine & Spirit.