The 10 Best Non-Alcoholic Wines of 2023

Best Overall

Acid League Proxies Zephyr

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Acid League, a Canadian company, started out in 2019 by creating fancy, chef-driven vinegars that quickly gained a cult following in the foodie world. They've now entered the fast-growing non-alcoholic beverage sector with Proxies, their already popular line of non-alcoholic wine alternatives.

With roots in vinegar, it's no surprise that all of their flavors have a complex acidity and kombucha-type zing. They layer the verjus from traditional wine grapes with fruits, spices, and herbs to create a range of flavors in the style of red, white, rosé and sparkling wines. The 'Zephyr' flavor, their rosé alternative, is one of our favorites. We love the bright fruit of strawberries and rhubarb and intense acidic bite. The light herbal notes of hibiscus and pink peppercorn give it tea-like complexity and a backbone that will stand up nicely paired with food.

Price at time of publish: $28

Region: Ontario, Canada | Variety: Sauvignon blanc verjus | Tasting Notes: Strawberries, rhubarb, pink peppercorn, citrus

Best Red

Studio Null Prickly Red

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Nikki Hayes, owner of Stella's Fine Market in Beacon, New York, explains that when she looks into a new brand to carry, the founders’ background and the brand’s standards are always examined first. “This led me to Studio Null, [as it] works with established family-run vineyards,” she says, stating that the wines are complex and thoughtfully made. “Customers new to the non-alcoholic category always ask, ‘Does this taste like grape juice?’ And I love that I can proudly say that Studio Null absolutely does not.” 

Hayes explains that in addition to the beautiful packaging, Studio Null takes great pride in how its wine is made and tastes. “My favorite right now (in the middle of summer) is absolutely the sparkling rosé, but talk to me in late October—at peak leaf-peeping season—and I will say the Prickly Red.” Expect flavors of black cherry, plum, dried leather, and hints of cracked pepper to jump from this medium-bodied, lightly carbonic wine.

Region: Tierra de Toledo, Spain | Variety: Tempranillo / Syrah | Tasting Notes: Black cherry, plum, dried leather, cracked pepper

Best White

Leitz Eins Zwei Zero Riesling Non-Alcoholic White Wine

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Based in the westernmost part of Germany’s Rheingau region, Johannes Leitz is regarded as one of the country’s top winemakers—and while his alcoholic wines have garnered international praise, his non-alcoholic bottles have received equal renown. Fruit for Leitz’s wines (both alcoholic and non-alcoholic) come from steep vineyards rooted in slate-based soils. His non-alcoholic Riesling is electric, bright, and loaded with flavors of lemon-lime, green apple, and crushed stones.

Bruno notes that non-alcoholic wines are flourishing, and as more brands enter the market, quality varies—which is why finding great staples is key. “We have found success with the white wines of Josi Leitz under his Eins Zwei Zero line,” he explains. “Our team has blind-tasted the non-alcoholic Rieslings and thought they were full-alcohol wines—they’re simply sublime.”

Price at time of publish: $18

Region: Rheingau, Germany | Variety: Riesling  | Tasting Notes: Lemon-lime, green apple, crushed stones

Best Canned

Buzzkill Non-Alcoholic Sauvignon Blanc

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In terms of taste, texture, and overall quality, Buzzkill Sauvignon Blanc takes the title of our Best Canned non-alcoholic wine option. Produced in California, this woman-owned brand’s juicy and easy-drinking wine strikes the perfect balance between fruit-driven and acid-forward, offering a perfectly viable replacement for thirst-quenching white wine. 

Buzzkill was created to offer an authentic and delicious alternative to seltzer and lime, one of the most common go-to non-alcoholic beverages for those seeking a buzz-free drinking experience. Fruit for Buzzkill was harvested, crushed, and fermented prior to de-alcoholization and comes conveniently bottled in easy-to-transport cans. Expect classic Sauvignon Blanc flavors of lemongrass, guava, passionfruit, and lime to lead to a citrus-driven, palate-cleansing finish. Best of all, the company offers a 100% satisfaction guarantee—if you don’t like it, you’ll get your money back!

Price at time of publish: $23

Region: California, USA | Variety: Sauvignon Blanc | Tasting Notes: Lemongrass, guava, passionfruit, lime

Best Tea-Based

TÖST Sparkling Non-Alcoholic Beverage

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Produced in Dorset, Vermont, Töst non-alcoholic beverages have quickly flown to the top of industry folk’s go-to non-alcoholic pick lists, and it’s no mystery why. While not de-alcoholized—or even wine based—these non-alcoholic “wine proxies” use natural ingredients as bases to produce their products. The original bottling from Töst (featured here) is produced from a base of white tea with ginger and citrus, rendering it entirely delightful and drinkable to sip on its own. 

For non-alcoholic wine options that skip the de-alcoholization process, de Leon recommends looking for “thoughtful and multi-layered [options] that think about ingredients in a more vinous direction.” Additionally, de Leon notes that he most enjoys non-alcoholic wine whenever he can maintain his rituals for enjoying alcoholic picks, which include serving in a good glass and enjoying food and great company. “In a professional setting, I love when I get to show these products next to wines within a tasting menu context or a pairing context since it tends to expand people's view of beverage and the category as a whole,” he says.

Price at time of publish: $34

Region: Vermont, USA | Variety: NA | Tasting Notes: Ginger, white tea

Best Sparkling

Freixenet Sparkling Alcohol-Removed Wine

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Enore Ceola, CEO of Freixenet Mionetto USA, explains that Freixenet Alcohol-Removed wines begin as sparkling wines with 10% to 11% ABV. “Then, with the use of our proprietary vacuum technology, the wine is de-alcoholized at 40 degrees Celsius, allowing us to preserve the wine aromas and flavors,” he says. 

"Consumers have shown continued interest in leading ‘better-for-you’ lifestyles over the last decade,” Ceola explains. “As a sparkling wine leader, Freixenet is able to apply the sparkling winemaking expertise to these new cuvées.” In addition to the standard Alcohol-Removed cuvée, Freixenet offers a sparkling rosé option.

“The Freixenet Alcohol-Removed wines are delicious on their own, but we also encourage exploration with fresh seasonal ingredients,” says Ceola, stating that the Freixenet team has worked with mixologists to develop simple cocktail recipes featuring various ingredients. (Alcohol-free mimosa, anyone?)

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Region: Penedès, Spain | Variety: Airen-dominant blend  | Tasting Notes: Citrus, tropical fruits, white flowers

Best Sweet

Noughty Alcohol-Free Sparkling White Wine

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Looking for something pleasantly sweet and delightfully bubbly? Then Noughty Alcohol-Free Sparkling Chardonnay is the way to go. Founded by Amanda Thomson, a Le Cordon Bleu School graduate, this non-alcoholic bottle of bubbles jumps with pleasantly sweet flavors of golden apples and ripe pear. 

Crafted from vineyards in southern Spain, this easy-drinking fizz is the perfect bottle for those who are looking for something easy to drink with a variety of foods, from pre-dinner appetizers to your favorite spicy dishes, to dessert and beyond. Produced from organically farmed fruit, de-alcoholized, and vegan.

Price at time of publish: $27

Region: Spain | Variety: Chardonnay | Tasting Notes: Golden apple, ripe pear

Best Rosé

Giesen Non-Alcoholic Rosé

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Love New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc? Then this zesty and refreshing non-alcoholic rosé is just for you. Produced by the three Giesen brothers in New Zealand, this meticulously crafted wine expressed flavors of tart red fruits, fresh strawberries, apple skin, and peach. The wine is crafted from a blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Merlot cultivated in two of the country’s most prestigious viticultural areas, Marlborough and Hawke’s Bay.

Produced via de-alcoholization, this zesty and refreshing wine clocks in at less than 0.5% alcohol. Its punchy fruit flavors and dry, thirst-quenching finish make it the perfect pairing for fresh salads, sushi, and a variety of canapés.

Price at time of publish: $12

Region: Marlborough and Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand | Variety: Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot | Tasting notes: Tart red fruits, fresh strawberries, apple skin, peach

Best "Non-De-alcoholized" Wine (Grape Juice Alternative)

Navarro Vineyards Pinot Noir

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Although Navarro Vineyards' non-alcoholic products are technically grape juice, not de-alcoholized wine, their various options have become favorites amongst countless industry folk and consumers alike. At Départ Wine, Beer & Beverage in Great Barrington, MA, Bruno and his team can’t get enough of Navarro’s juice-based products. “We love the Navarro Vineyards Pinot Noir Grape Juice. It’s never fermented, so it runs a bit sweet, but the elegance and structure make this one of our favorite suggestions.” 

On the palate, expect flavors of strawberry, rhubarb, and juicy plum. Fruit for this non-alcoholic stunner is paler-hued than its alcoholic counterpart, as the team at Navarro presses the fruit within 24 hours of harvesting so as to prevent fermentation from commencing. Pair with fruit salads or sweet BBQ favorites.

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Region: Anderson Valley, California, USA | Variety: Pinot Noir | Tasting Notes: Strawberry, rhubarb, juicy plum