5 Alcohol-Free Wines to Try for Beginners
New to the world of alcohol-free wine? Then this is the perfect selection to get you started. These five wines are accessible, delicious, and offer a great glimpse into what's possible – without alcohol.
1. Cognato Chenin Blanc
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Fresh, fruity and mildly dry
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Taste: peach, apple, light acidity
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Perfect with: light salads, lunch dishes
2. Ara Wines Zero Sauvignon Blanc
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Crisp, fresh and dry
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Taste: citrus, lime, green apple
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Perfect with: sushi, green salads, seafood
3. Cognato Red
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Soft and supple red
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Taste: plum, blackcurrant, light spiciness
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Perfect with: pizza, pasta, cheeses
4. Giesen Merlot
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Fruity with soft tannins
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Taste: cherry, red berry, light cocoa
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Perfect with: stews, lasagna, drinks platter
5. Kolonne Null Rosé Provence Style
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Light, dry and elegant
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Taste: raspberry, red currant, fresh acidity
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Perfect with: lunch on the terrace, grilled vegetables
Frequently Asked Questions about Alcohol-Free Wine for Beginners
Where do I begin if I've never tried alcohol-free wine? Start with crisp white wines or a light rosé. These are often the most accessible.
How does alcohol-free wine taste compared to regular wine? It lacks the warmth of alcohol, but good varieties have similar complexity, acidity, and aromas.
Should I serve it cold? Yes! White and rosé wines are best served chilled. Red wines are best served slightly chilled (15–17°C).
Are these wines truly alcohol-free? Yes, this selection contains 0.0% to a maximum of 0.5% alcohol.