There are many reasons why one may choose to abstain from alcohol. Whether you're tee-total by choice or are just taking part in Dry January, there are now plenty of alcohol-free alternatives that will still allow you to enjoy the nuanced flavours of wine from around the world, including France, Australia and New Zealand.
Thankfully, designated drivers are no longer relegated to a soda and lime with a wide variety of non-alcoholic whites, rosés and reds to sip on, from Cabernet Sauvignon to Chardonnay, and even sparkling Prosecco. In this article we share the top 10 best low alcohol and no alcohol wines in the UK, all available on Amazon, Asda, Tesco and Waitrose and ready to snap up for your next soirée!
Quick List - Top Alcohol-Free Wines
Lindeman's
An Exceptional Red From One of Australia's Leading Winemakers
Thomson & Scott
The Perfect Low-Sugar Alternative to a Party Fizz
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The process of selecting a non-alcoholic tipple isn't all that dissimilar to picking any other variety of wine. In this guide we give you the 'tasting notes' to help you find the perfect alcohol-free wine!
Are you after a deep and savoury red, a light and fruity white, or a bit of fizz to liven up a celebration? There are alcohol-free alternatives to suit every taste, you just need to decide whether you would prefer a Sauvignon Blanc or a Shiraz!
White wines are made by crushing and fermenting grapes without the skins and seeds to produce a light golden or tawny colour. The variety of grapes can be either white or red as the dark pigment is only present in the skins.
These wines range in flavour from a dry and crisp Chardonnay, to the more herbaceous notes found in Sauvignon Blanc. White wine is best served chilled and makes a fine accompaniment to vegetables, poultry and fish. You may even wish to serve it before dinner as an alcohol-free aperitif!
For red wines, the skin and seeds are left on throughout the crushing and fermentation process. This imparts particular nuances to the resultant wine, that cannot be found in whites.
Red wines have more noticeable tannins, giving them a complex flavour which works well when paired with cheeses, dark chocolate and red meat. You'll want to serve reds at room temperature and sip slowly to savour.
Rosé wines are easily recognisable by their signature pinkish hue. This is achieved by using red and purple grape varieties. After crushing, the skins are left to macerate in the juices to impart flavour.
Chilled rosé is a favourite of many wine drinkers for its heady palette of fruity and floral notes. Plus, if you'd like something a bit more exciting, you might also consider using rosé to add an aromatic flavour to wine-based cocktails.
Sparkling wines and Prosecco will add a bit of fizz to your celebration, whether you're toasting a newly-married couple or ringing in the new year.
Just like their alcoholic counterparts, alcohol-free sparkling wines can be either white or rosé and should be served ice-cold to retain their fine bubbles and light carbonation. After opening, make sure to keep sparkling wine on ice to prevent it from becoming foamy.
Just because a wine is labelled as 'alcohol-free', that doesn't necessarily mean it won't contain any alcohol whatsoever. Wines can be categorised as non-alcoholic or alcohol-free providing they have an ABV of less than 0.5%.
This may pose an issue for many who wish to avoid all alcohol for personal or religious reasons. The best way to ensure your 'alcohol-free' wine is truly alcohol-free is to check the ABV prior to buying. If this is a concern for you, try to seek out non-alcoholic and de-alcoholised wines with 0.0% ABV.
One of the benefits of alcohol-free wines is the lower calorie count per 100 ml. These wines are generally lighter than your standard fare, making them an excellent choice for those looking to reduce their overall consumption or for those who follow a calorie-controlled diet.
This factor may also make them a bit more appealing than other non-alcoholic alternatives such as sugar-laden soft drinks, or indeed their 'diet' alternatives if you're seeking a flavourful beverage without any artificial sweeteners.
Products | Image | Click to purchase | Key features | |
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1 | Eisberg Alcohol-Free Rosé | ![]() | A Refreshing Rosé Bursting With Succulent Strawberries | |
2 | Lindeman's Alcohol-Free Cabernet Sauvignon | ![]() | An Exceptional Red From One of Australia's Leading Winemakers | |
3 | Lindeman's Alcohol-Free Semillon Chardonnay | ![]() | Creamy Lemon Curd With Ripe Honeydew Melon | |
4 | Thomson & Scott Noughty Alcohol-Free Organic Sparkling Wine | ![]() | The Perfect Low-Sugar Alternative to a Party Fizz | |
5 | Torres Natureo De-Alcoholised Syrah | ![]() | A Smoky Red With Dark Fruits and Clove | |
6 | Freixenet Alcohol-Free Sparkling Rosé | ![]() | Sparkling, Sweet, and Made for Cocktails | |
7 | Eisberg Alcohol-Free Sauvignon Blanc | ![]() | A Dry White With Tropical Aromas | |
8 | Torres Natureo De-Alcoholised Rosé | ![]() | The Ideal Complement to Spanish Cuisine | |
9 | Nosecco Spumante Alcohol-Free | ![]() | A Fruity Alternative to Prosecco | |
10 | Ebony Vale Alcohol-Free Chardonnay | ![]() | Zesty Green Apple With a Light Astringency |
Eisberg's extraordinary alcohol-free Rosé hits the perfect balance between the refreshing quality of white and the complexity of red. A gorgeous deep pink bordering on salmon, it's teeming with ripe strawberries with a hint of cherry.
To truly set the mood, why not pop open a bottle while watching Wimbledon, or relaxing on a grassy lawn during a warm summer's day? It also pairs nicely with spicy foods, so you may wish to consider a glass to go with your Jalfrezi.
With the family's first vineyard established in Hunter Valley in 1834, Linderman's has grown to become one of Australia's biggest wine producers. An outstanding low-alcohol red, their rich Carbernet Sauvignon is a rarity to be savoured.
This wine boasts a deep purple colour, emblematic of its intensely juicy dark fruit flavours. Enjoy mouthfuls of dark cherry, blackberries and plum with a subtle undertone of earthy leather.
Lindeman's Semillon Chardonnay is the ideal alcohol-free aperitif to serve guests at your next dinner party. An aromatic and decadent white wine, it delivers the creaminess of lemon curd, with mouthwateringly-ripe honeydew melon and the faint fragrance of freshly cut hay.
Whether you're entertaining or dining solo, this wine is simply divine for highlighting the flavours of poultry, seafood and basil. You may even want to add a splash to enhance your fruit salad and sorbets!
We recommend Thomson & Scott's signature alcohol-free sparkling wine for starting your party off with a bang! Made from 100% organic Chardonnay grapes, it has a crisp and clean palette of green apples and pear, with a tart, citrus kick.
'Noughty' by name and by nature, not only does this wine have a low 0.05% ABV, but it's free from unnecessary sugars and artificial aromas. It contains only 3 g of sugar per 100 ml, which is almost half the sugar content of other non-alcoholic sparkling wines.
Torres' Natureo De-Alcoholised Syrah is partially aged for four to six months in French oak barrels. This is done to impart aromas of vanilla, clove and smoke to the resultant flavour, and to give the wine a smoother and less astringent taste.
Syrah, or Shiraz, is known for its smokier palette, making it a warming choice for colder months. Try alongside red meat, rich pasta dishes or to finish off a meal with a chocolate-based dessert.
If you're looking for a fruitier sparkling wine, Freixenet forgoes dry, citrus notes for a sweeter taste. The pale pink rosè is indicative of the flavour profile, which favours raspberries and strawberries, punctuated by spring florals that provide an unobtrusive, botanical appeal.
One for mixologists, this sparkling rosé is guaranteed to give your wine-based mocktails a bit of pizazz! It blends particularly nicely with pomegranate, strawberry coulis and a squeeze of lime.
Eisberg's Sauvignon Blanc is a fantastic choice for those looking for a medium-bodied, dry white wine. Expect strong aromas of green gooseberry with a refreshing aftertaste of tropical fruits.
A great choice for the summer, serve chilled alongside crisp salads or shellfish. With 0.0% alcohol and at only 23 kcal per 100 ml, you can freely enjoy it by the glass, to cleanse the palette while retaining a clear head.
This is a wine made to compliment the signature flavours of Spanish cuisine. With notes of wild berries and liquorice, it's fruity and flavoursome but not sweet, wonderfully picking up the aromas of saffron in paella Valenciana or the sweet and spicy pimentón of patatas bravas.
It feels fresh and lively, savoury without being rich. The only downside is that it has a 0.5% ABV, meaning it won't be suitable for everyone to enjoy.
Nosecco's Spumante is an elegant Prosecco alternative produced in the South-West of France. It offers a fine carbonation with an intensely fruity palette of white flowers and muscated white grapes.
Unfortunately, it's somewhat lacking the complexity of Prosecco, perhaps being a little too reliant on sweeter flavours for a more palatable taste. That said, it certainly does look the part and will provide just the right amount of fizz at your next celebration.
If you prefer zestier notes to your Chardonnay over sweeter offerings, we recommend this alcohol-free white wine from Ebony Vale. It has the light astringency of green apple undercut by the presence of delicate fruit flavours for a more mellow aftertaste.
Although pleasant, it does lack the depth of flavour one would expect, resulting in a somewhat underwhelming, or maybe even underdeveloped, profile.
To fully enjoy your chosen alcohol-free wine, you might want to have a go at wine tasting. Whether your wine contains alcohol or not, the principles of tasting are the same and can help you to learn more about the nuances of each drink.
Not sure where to start? Wine experts Dave Roberts and Andrew Baker have some tips and tricks to get you tasting wine like a pro!
From alcohol-free versions of your favourite tipples to soft drinks that are actually beneficial to your health, it's never been easier to cut out, or cut down on, the booze. Here are some more of our suggestions to raise a glass with!
Far from just grape juice, alcohol-free wines are ever bit as nuanced and complex as their alcoholic counterparts. We hope this article has helped you to find one, or more, that you will love!
Author: Wren Mann
No. 1: Eisberg |Alcohol-Free Rosé
No. 2: Lindeman's|Alcohol-Free Cabernet Sauvignon
No. 3: Lindeman's |Alcohol-Free Semillon Chardonnay
No. 4: Thomson & Scott |Noughty Alcohol-Free Organic Sparkling Wine
No. 5: Torres |Natureo De-Alcoholised Syrah
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