Queen's Champagne buy sparks Wills-Middleton engagement rumors

London, April 4 (ANI): The Queen has sparked speculation that Prince William is set to propose to girlfriend Kate Middleton by splashing out on 300 bottles of vintage bubbly at 100 pounds a pop.

"The palace has placed a 30,000-pound bulk order for vintage Dom Perignon," News of the World quoted a senior source as saying.

"This usually only happens ahead of special occasions like weddings and family announcements. It suggests something big is coming up," the source added.

Plans are reportedly in place for William, 27, and Kate, 28, to wed before the 60th anniversary of the Queen's accession to the throne in 2012. (ANI)