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We've found the 19 best non-alcoholic wines that are actually worth drinking
Our experts conducted their biggest alcohol-free taste test yet to find the best bottles of red, white and rosé
Tested by Callum BlackFood and Drink Testing Manager
Keen to cut down on your alcohol intake? One way to make the switch easier is to stock the fridge with our pick of the best non-alcoholic wines. Don’t be put off by past experiences, either – non-alcoholic and low-alcohol wine alternatives have come a long way in recent years.
Whatever your reason for giving up, there’s frankly never been a better time to be a non-drinker, as the growing demand for no and low alcohol tipples has caused a boom in exciting new releases from leading winemakers and distillers around the world.
So, whether you're looking to go booze-free or simply trying to cut down, there's plenty of choice out there – and our experts at the Good Housekeeping Institute have found the very best bottles to try.
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How we test non-alcoholic wine
Our panel of WSET-trained experts and discerning consumers sipped their way through 69 alcohol-free wines – from robust reds to refreshing whites and rosés — to find their favourites.
Each was blind tested to avoid bias, and judged on its aroma, flavour, mouthfeel and ability to pair with food.
Best non-alcoholic white wine
Score: 90/100
With an impressively high score, our experts thought this de-alcoholised, crisp white wine had a complex, herbaceous nose, reminiscent of a full-strength pinot grigio. Expect notes of lime peel, gooseberry and green tomato, perfect for pairing with seafood, salad and pasta.
Score: 82/100
Made with Sicilian grapes, this aromatic white wine is full of fresh, vibrant flavours such as bright citrus, peach and grapefruit. It’s on the sweeter side, which appealed to some, with a bit of acidity to lift.
Come Monday morning, you’ll have zero regret that you switched to this the night before.
De Bortoli The Very Cautious One Gewurtz Riesling 0%
Score: 81/100
Gewurztraminer tends to be a complex grape with a powerful floral nose, and our panel found this well-balanced wine to be no exception. Perfectly refreshing when served chilled, it opens with rose and honeysuckle, moving towards a hint of spice on the finish. There’s certainly no need to be cautious around this one.
Score: 80/100
Eisberg’s alcohol-free chardonnay may be a little sweeter than its full-strength counterpart, but there are still satisfying notes of lemon sherbet, warming vanilla and peach, like you might find in the real deal.
Overall, our testing panel found this white wine had interesting complexity. Try it with creamy chicken pasta, or risotto.
Score: 77/100
This muscat impressed our panel with its intense palate of candied lemon, ripe peach and orange blossom. Velvety smooth, we’d recommend pairing this sweeter style with nuttier cheeses like comté or gouda for a post-dinner treat.
Score: 76/100
Our panel gave crisp, clean Zeno the thumbs up for its beautiful tropical fruit palate. The combination of stone fruit and lychee proved popular, and would pair well with seafood and spicy food.
Score: 75/100
If full-strength chenin blanc is your usual go-to white wine, we think this — made from Spanish airen grapes — would make a satisfying stand-in.
It's light and fruity without being overly sweet or cloying, with hints of vanilla, apple, melon and pear adding to its fresh appeal.
Score: 71/100
Made from French colombard grapes – a wine known for its crisp, refreshing acidity and fruity flavour – this non-alcoholic version is every bit as easy drinking and light-bodied. A citrus-spiked thirst-quencher for long, hot sunny days.
Best non-alcoholic rosé wine
Score: 84/100
If rosé is your go-to wine of choice, we think you’ll love this alcohol-free version. You can expect summer-friendly notes of grapefruit, strawberry, peaches and cream, and while it is a little sweet, it’s delicious served cold, or with a splash of soda water and a grapefruit garnish.
Score: 83/100
Made from syrah and cabernet sauvignon grapes, this fabulously fruity rosé bursts out of the glass with lemon zest, peach and cranberry. The red fruit builds to perfectly emulate a regular rosé with depth, making it very worthy of a place at the table.
Best non-alcoholic red wine
Score: 82/100
Made from premium primitivo grapes grown in Puglia, our joint winning red displays notes of stewed plums and prunes, with a hint of vanilla, and a touch of cooking spice on the finish. Enjoy alone or team with a cheeseboard.
Score: 82/100
Our testers were wowed by this authentic non-alcoholic red wine, made from a blend of tempranillo and petit verdot grapes (the latter typically being found in classic Bordeaux blends).
It smelt identical to the real deal, with deep, earthy notes of blackcurrant and leather. And it even managed to replicate the tannins, with a compote-style fruitiness, and hints of vanilla and black pepper. Impressive stuff!
Score: 77/100
Aged for 12 months, this blend of merlot and shiraz grapes is full of juicy red fruit, with cherry, plum and blackberry at the fore. A touch of warm spice (think clove, cinnamon and black pepper) brings balance, for what our panel deemed a “convincing” red wine replacement.
Score: 77/100
In joint second place is Wolf Blass, with this well priced bottle of alcohol-free shiraz. Bursting with dark fruit, such as blackcurrant and plums, alongside spicy notes of clove, pepper and olive, this smooth red wine is a real winter warmer and would pair perfectly with meaty stews.
Score: 76/100
This is priced like a full-strength bottle, but is it worth the splurge? Our experts enjoyed the notes of vanilla-flecked cherry, intense blackcurrant, and a twist of black pepper. There are some decent tannins – something that’s not easy to replicate without alcohol – and while it’s not overly complex, it will certainly step-up next time you need a non-alcoholic glass with steak and chips.
Score: 75/100
A blend of garnacha and syrah grapes, this Spanish red is fermented and aged before the alcohol is removed. Testers enjoyed the clean, light body, along with notes of cranberry, blackberry and red cherry. It's ideal for when you’re not in the mood for booze, but still fancy a great glass of red with your spag bol.
Score: 72/100
Merlot tends to be an easy drinking choice at the best of times, and this budget-friendly bottle is every bit as soft and light as your regular red. At its heart, you’ll find fresh red cherry, making it a great match for roasted veggies and tomato-based dishes.
Stacey looks after all food and drink reviews — from coffee pods and veg boxes, to natural wine and tequila. Stacey is also founder of Crummbs, where she’s written nearly 2,000 restaurant and hotel reviews since 2013. Prior to this, Stacey wrote hundreds of in-depth buying guides for the Independent, i newspaper and BBC Good Food, as well as reviewing restaurants and interviewing celebrities in her column at Balance Magazine. Stacey has also appeared in BAFTA-nominated BBC documentary Blood, Sweat & Takeaways, where she investigated South East Asia's food production industry, appearing on both Newsnight and BBC World Service to share her findings. Regularly checking out the latest restaurants, bars and product launches, Stacey also loves experimenting with recipes at home, and is a WSET-certified wine and spirits expert, with over 10 years of experience in the business. You can follow Stacey on Instagram @crummbs_uk
Callum is our Food and Drink Testing Manager and has been part of the world of professional catering for 10 years, from cheffing to food manufacturing. While working in manufacturing he specialised in bespoke product and menu development for several start-ups and well-known brands such as Wrap It Up! and HOP Vietnamese. He holds the WSET Level 2 in wine, a Level 3 in spirits and has a particular interest in agave spirits.
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