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10 Best Nonalcoholic Wines, According to Taste Tests
The category is growing faster than ever — so we sipped over 40 booze-free bottles to find the very best.
The steady rise in popularity of booze-free beverages means you no longer have to settle for soda or water when sipping sans buzz. Whether you're stocking up for Dry January, cutting back on consumption, expecting a little one or have any other reason for nixing liquor, you can still enjoy a satisfying cup of something special. Plenty of brands offering de-alcoholized vino have popped up in recent years, so we put 'em to the test with several rounds of tastings from Test Kitchen pros. Here, find our picks: The very best nonalcoholic wines for every occasion.
First, what is nonalcoholic wine?
Well, it's a bit of a misnomer. Many wines labeled "nonalcoholic" can actually contain trace amounts (about 0.5% ABV), just like kombucha. That's because most bottles start with a batch of regular ol' vino. Nonalcoholic wine is made by removing the alcohol from regular wine, either by vacuum distillation (during which the drink is heated until the alcohol evaporates) or reverse osmosis (a filtration system that separates out alcohol based on its molecular size). Removing alcohol changes the beverage's flavor profile, however, so producers turn to additives like sugar or botanicals to replicate the complexity and mouthfeel of alcoholic wine.
Are they successful? Not always. While the options for nonalcoholic wines are seemingly endless, they're not all delicious — many can taste closer to sweet grape juice than wine. Our picks, the best of the bunch, offer some of the tannins, acidity and overall interest that you'd find in a typical, boozy bottle. Top tip: Be sure to chill any white, rosé or sparkling wines until ice cold for the most refreshing result.
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Below, you'll find the best N/A picks for pairing with finger foods, toasting to a celebratory occasion or enjoying solo after work. Cheers!
Giesen Dealcoholized New Zealand Rosé
Giesen Dealcoholized New Zealand Rosé
Pull this light and refreshing pick from the fridge on a hot summer day. Compared to other rosés we tasted, it was pleasantly dry.
Pierre Chavin Zero Merlot
Pierre Chavin Zero Merlot
Typical red wines can be heavy and full-bodied, but removing the alcohol takes away some of that texture. In most instances we found the lack of body disappointing, but this cherry-forward bottle was welcomely light.
Grüvi Dry Secco
Add a touch of grapefruit flavor to a nonalcoholic mimosa with this semi-dry sparkling option.
Giesen Dealcoholized New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc
Giesen Dealcoholized New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc
Just like a classic sauv blanc, this bottle offers bracing, crisp green apple notes perfect for pairing with fish, vegetables, and chicken recipes.
Hill Street Bev Co Vin(Zero) Nonalcoholic Brut Blanc
Hill Street Bev Co Vin(Zero) Nonalcoholic Brut Blanc
Pop a bottle of this bubbly for any booze-free celebration. Tasters loved its fruity peach notes.
Thomson & Scott Noughty Alcohol-Free Sparkling Chardonnay
Thomson & Scott Noughty Alcohol-Free Sparkling Chardonnay
While a lot of nonalcoholic wines lean sweet, this fizzy favorite is bone-dry with good acidity. We'll cheers to that!
Stella Rosa Nonalcoholic Rosé
Tasters loved this "deliciously sweet berry drink" even though it did not have the same tart quality that you'd find in a standard bottle of rosé. Sippers with a sweet tooth, we see you!
Pierre Chavin Zero Zero Chardonnay Nonalcoholic White Wine
Pierre Chavin Zero Zero Chardonnay Nonalcoholic White Wine
Most of the nonalcoholic chardonnay we tasted was overwhelmingly oaky — this lemony bottle, with hints of apple, was a delicious exception!
Pierre Chavin Zero Prestige Chardonnay
Pierre Chavin Zero Prestige Chardonnay
Pair this sugary pick — featuring notes of peach, white flowers, vanilla and honey — with a cheese plate for dessert.
Pierre Chavin Zero Rosé
Red fruit aromas and a slightly tart taste make this a suitable stand-in for rosé. Plus, the gorgeous pink color looks great in a glass!
Samantha (she/her) is an Assistant Editor in the Good Housekeeping Test Kitchen, where she writes about tasty recipes, must-try food products and top-tested secrets for home cooking success. She has taste-tasted hundreds of products and recipes since joining GH in 2020 (tough job!). A graduate of Fordham University, she considers the kitchen to be her happiest place.
Trish (she/her) is the deputy food editor at Good Housekeeping, where she covers all things food, from cooking trends and delicious recipes to top-tested kitchen products and grocery finds. She has more than a decade of experience writing about food for GH, Women’s Health, Prevention, Redbook, Woman’s Day, The Daily Meal and Food Network. When she’s not at the supermarket or trying out a new recipe, you can find her at the beach, in her backyard or on the couch — typically with a glass of wine in hand.
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