15 Best Non Alcoholic Red Wines to Try in 2024
Of all the amazing options in the non-alcoholic drinks space, there is one category that seems to lag a bit behind the others: non-alcoholic red wine. While there certainly isn’t any shortage of bottles on the market, for whatever reason the response to most options in the space is pretty polarizing. It’s either love at first sip, or straight down the drain.
Now, there’s a reason why crafting a delicious alcohol-free red wine is so difficult. With a much higher ABV (alcohol-by-volume) content than beer, and no mixer to amplify or mask flavors as you would with spirits, traditional wine relies heavily on alcohol for both aroma and taste. Meaning when you remove it from the equation, it becomes very difficult to replicate the same experience.
How do we know? Well, when we set out to make the world's most delicious bottle of non-alcoholic cabernet sauvignon, we had a team comprised of California's most talented winemakers and sommeliers. Yet even with all that skill and expertise in the room, it still took us 26 tries before we nailed the perfect blend of ingredients! It was that difficult to get right...
That’s not to say all is lost when it comes to non-alcoholic red wine. In fact, dealcoholization techniques are getting better by the day, and many brands are finding new ways to craft a tasty bottle of alcohol-free red. While like all non-alcoholic beverages, you need to go into the experience with the right expectations, there are actually quite a few passable NA red wines available today.
Curious to know where you should start? The team at YOURS has you covered. Read on as we break down the 15 Best Non-Alcoholic Red Wines you should be sipping this year:
- YOURS Non-Alcoholic California Cabernet Sauvignon
- YOURS Non-Alcoholic California Red Blend
- Ariel Non Alcoholic Cabernet Sauvignon
- Be Well Cabernet Sauvignon Non-Alcoholic Red Wine
- Giesen 0% Alcohol Removed Merlot
- Luminara Red Blend Napa Valley Alcohol Removed Wine
- Joyus Non-Alcoholic Cabernet Sauvignon
- St. Regis Non Alcoholic Cabernet Sauvignon
- Stella Rosa Black Non Alcoholic Wine
- Hill Street Wine Vin(Zero) Non Alcoholic Merlot
- Thomson & Scott Noughty Rouge
- Gruvi Dry Red Blend
- Leitz Zero Point Five Pinot Noir
- Surely Non-Alcoholic Bubbly Red Wine
- Sovi Non-Alcoholic Red Blend
1. YOURS Non-Alcoholic Wine California Cabernet Sauvignon
Alcohol Content: Less than 0.5% by volume
Calories: 20 calories per 5oz serving
After years of trying to find a non-alcoholic cabernet sauvignon that wasn’t too thin or too sweet, we eventually realized that the only way to make a truly delicious non-alcoholic cab was to make it ourselves. So, we partnered with some of California’s most talented winemakers and sommeliers, crafting 26 different cabernet sauvignons before we finally landed on one we truly loved.
YOURS Non-Alcoholic Cabernet Sauvignon is bold, rich, dry, and free from the lingering sweetness that dominate most NA wines on the market. Bursting with notes of black cherry, blackberries, anise, bell pepper, oak, and fresh ground peppercorn, each sip of YOURS Non-Alcoholic Cab is an explosion of flavor. But even with all that flavor, each glass of YOURS comes in a mere 20 calories with no added sugar.
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2. YOURS Non-Alcoholic Wine California Red Blend
Alcohol Content: Less than 0.5% by volume
Calories: 10 calories per 5oz serving
After compiling page after page of notes from our readers lamenting the current selection of bland, overly sweet non-alcoholic red wines, the team here at YOURS set out on two-year journey in pursuit of a better alcohol-free red. The result of that journey? YOURS Non-Alcoholic Wine California Red Blend.
Working with California’s finest winemakers to redefine the non-alcoholic red wine experience. YOURS Non-Alcohol California Red Blend doesn’t just remove the alcohol and add back juice like most other alcohol-removed red wines. Instead, we carefully layer in a curated blend of natural flavors, creating a full-bodied non-alcoholic red wine that boasts notes of chocolate, ripe black currant, blackberry, cedar, oak, and vanilla. We’ve even added back a touch of that texture and warmth that are staples of the red wine experience.
Of course, you’ll only really understand when you try YOURS for yourself. Get a bottle delivered today.
3. Ariel Non Alcoholic Cabernet Sauvignon
Alcohol Content: Less than 0.5% by volume
Known as the original non-alcoholic red wine, and one of the most widely available for purchase at grocery and liquor stores across the U.S., Ariel Dealcoholized Cabernet Sauvignon is an oak-aged rich red wine that works hard to recreate that experience of enjoying your favorite bottle of Cab. It features a bold aroma and subtle flavors of chocolate, black currants, and dark cherries, and sips with a decent dry finish. While it won’t fool anyone into thinking it’s a traditional wine, there’s a lot to love about this alcohol-free red.
4. Be Well Non Alcoholic Cabernet Sauvignon
Alcohol Content: Less than 0.5% by volume
As we outlined in our full review of Be Well Non-Alcoholic Wines, Be Well Non-Alcoholic Cabernet Sauvignon is a pleasant surprise. Opening the bottle, you’ll immediately notice the fresh aroma of rich plum and dark cherry…fruits which are also present in the flavor profile of this alcohol-free red wine. While like most non-alcoholic wines there is a touch of sweetness and a missing “heat” sensation from the alcohol, Be Well Non-Alcoholic Cabernet Sauvignon is still a great option for those looking to replicate the bold flavors of red wine.
5. Giesen 0% Alcohol Removed Merlot
Alcohol Content: 0.0%
The first red wine to join Giesen’s acclaimed alcohol-free range, Giesen 0% Merlot is an easy drinker that’s ideal for those making their transition to non-alcoholic wines. Beginning its life as Giesen’s famous New Zealand Merlot, this wine undergoes a gentle alcohol-removal process, extracting the flavors and aromas of the wine, but leaving behind the alcohol.
The finished product is full of robust wine flavors, including blackberry, crushed wild herbs, and toasted oak. A lighter non-alcoholic red, Giesen 0% Alcohol-Removed Merlot boasts a mere 23 calories per glass, making it an excellent option for those looking to reduce both their alcohol and their calories! Get a bottle delivered today!
6. Luminara Red Blend Napa Valley Alcohol Removed Wine
Alcohol Content: Less than 0.5% by volume
Another non-alcoholic wine we enjoyed so much that we gave it a full review, Luminara Red Blend Napa Valley Alcohol Removed Wine is one of our absolute favorite alcohol-free red wines. One of the few in the category to carry the Napa Valley distinction, Luminara is part of the Trinchero Family Estates, one of the best winemakers in the world. And this distinction shows the moment you pour yourself a glass of this delicious alcohol-free red wine. Boasting a rich aroma and flavors of bold black cherry and the subtle spice and smoke that make Napa Valley reds world famous, Luminara Red Blend Napa Valley Alcohol Removed Wine is an absolute treat, and a must-try for anyone exploring the non-alcoholic red wine space! Grab a bottle of Luminara today.
7. Joyus Non-Alcoholic Cabernet Sauvignon
Alcohol Content: Less than 0.5% by volume
When we wrote our review of Joyus Non-Alcoholic Wines, we mentioned how the brand is most known for its sparkling non-alcoholic white wine and sparkling non-alcoholic rosé. That said, it’s more recent expansion in NA red wine has been met with plenty of positive feedback from Joyus fans.
The brand’s first alcohol-free red wine, Joyus Non-Alcoholic Cabernet Sauvignon, is a balanced, fresh take on cab sauv, with notes of aged oak, ripe berries, and hints of vanilla. Lush and smooth, this cab is sure to remind drinkers of all the great things they loved about their traditional glass of red. Try a bottle of JOYUS today!
8. St. Regis Non Alcoholic Cabernet Sauvignon
Alcohol Content: Less than 0.5% by volume
Though St. Regis is a Canadian company, their impressive selection of non-alcoholic wine comes from vineyards located in some of the oldest wine-growing regions on Earth. And nowhere is this dedication to Old World winemaking techniques more apparent than in the St. Regis Non-Alcoholic Cabernet Sauvignon. One of our absolute favorite bottles of non-alcoholic red wine, St. Regis Cab hits all the right notes. Using hand-selected grapes grown in Northern Spain, this alcohol-free red wine features flavors of dark plum and blackcurrants that are cut with a subtle touch of spice, mint, and chocolate. While it does not replace the heat of the missing alcohol, this is more than offset by the rich blend of flavors and full-bodied texture of the wine. A true winner…one you can read about in much more detail in our full St. Regis Non-Alcoholic Cabernet Sauvignon Review.
9. Stella Rosa Black Non Alcoholic Wine
Alcohol Content: Less than 0.5% by volume
Stella Rosa Black Non-Alcoholic Wine is a unique option for those looking for an interesting take on non-alcoholic red wine. Crafted in Italy, this NA wine combines bright red wine with real fruit flavors for a drink that’s refreshing, complex, and absolutely delicious. With notes of real blackberry, blueberry, and raspberry flavors, this alcohol-free Stella Rosa wine goes down great chilled, over ice, or mixed into your favorite wine mocktail. Now be warned, this is by far the sweetest red wine you’ll likely ever taste. But when you’re in the right mood and know what to expect, this is a sweet red wine that you will no doubt enjoy glass after glass (and with no alcohol, there’s nothing stopping you from pouring another!)
10. Hill Street Wine Vin(Zero) Non Alcoholic Merlot
Alcohol Content: 0.0%
A lot of folks swear by Hill Street Wine’s Vin(Zero) Merlot Non-Alcoholic Red Wine. An approachable alcohol-free red, this Merlot is a great choice for nearly any occasion, sipping just as well on a warm summer afternoon as it does while you burrow into the couch during a winter storm. Featuring familiar notes of black currant, blackberry, and other fresh fruit, and a nice tannic-rich finish, Vin(Zero) Merlot Non-Alcoholic Red Wine checks all the boxes you look for when it comes to searching for the best alcohol-free red wine!
11. Thomson & Scott Noughty Rouge
Alcohol Content: Less than 0.5% by volume
The first non-alcoholic red wine introduced by the company that brought you one of the most popular non-alcoholic sparkling white wines on the market, Thomson & Scott Noughty Rouge Dealcoholized Wine is a 100% Syrah grown from South African grapes. Light and punchy, this non-alcoholic red is filled with ripe berries, crushed black pepper, and rose, with a hint of French oak on the finish. One of the best options out there for those seeking a non-alcoholic red that is not a blend or a Cabernet Sauvignon.
12. Gruvi Non-Alcoholic Dry Red Blend
Alcohol Content: 0.0%
Gruvi Dry Red Blend is the first non-alcoholic red wine launched by the company known for crafting excellent non-alcoholic beers, prosecco, and rosé. Offered in single-serve cans (making them super portable for picnics and other outings, Gruvi Dry Red Blend is fruity, bold, and sips very smooth. A fruit-forward red blend, Gruvi continues to iterate this wine with the help of customers, incorporating real feedback into each version they release onto the market. Meaning each time a new batch hits shelves, you know it’s going to be that much better than it was the time before.
13. Leitz Zero Point Five Pinot Noir
Alcohol Content: 0.0%
One of the first things we pointed out in our full review of Leitz non-alcoholic wines was just how popular this brand is, toping almost every “best of” list with its sparkling and still non-alcoholic white wines. One of the first two non-alcoholic red wines the German brand has introduced, Leitz Zero Point Five Pinot Noir follows in the same footsteps of its popular white wines, offering a complex, well-structured take on a non-alcoholic pinot noir. With flavors of juicy red cherry, black cherry, blackberry, and red currant, plus a subtle earthy undertone, Leitz once again proves why they’re one of the best names in alcohol-free wines with Zero Point Five Non-Alcoholic Pinot Noir!
14. Surely Non-Alcoholic Bubbly Red Wine
Alcohol Content: Less than 0.5% by volume
Surely is another brand that first made a name for itself with a lineup of still and sparkling non-alcoholic white wines and rosés. And last year, they decided to take what they learned from their experiences in the alcohol-free wine industry, and introduce their unique take on NA red wine, Surely Non-Alcoholic Bubbly Red.
We did a deep dive on this alcohol-free red earlier this year, but in a nutshell, this slightly carbonated, canned take on non-alcoholic red wine is a great option for those that are struggling to find an NA red they enjoy. Notes of dark cherry, fresh blackberry, black plum, and black currant are complemented by savory baking spices and a hint of roasted coffee bean, all of which is elevated by a touch of fizz. A carbonated red wine is different, for sure, but it’s also delicious – and worth a look for anyone exploring the world of non-alcoholic reds.
15. Sovi Non-Alcoholic Red Blend
Alcohol Content: Less than 0.5% by volume
There’s a lot to love about Sovi. Launched by a husband and wife team from California, Sovi offers a non-alcoholic sparking white wine, a non-alcoholic sparkling rosé, and now, a still non-alcoholic red blend.
The Sovi Red Blend boasts so many of the flavors you’d expect from a California red, including dark cherries, raspberry, and vanilla. With a dry finish and nice, soft tannins, Sovi Red Blend sips just like a California red, too – and comes in canned 4-packs that are ready for your next picnic or beach day!
Looking for more non-alcoholic drinks to try this year? Check out our entire series on the top alcohol-free beers, wines, spirits, and champagnes to support your sober-curious lifestyle:
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Comments
Lori —
Hi. Just wondering where I can get these in Canada. Or do you mail order to Canada. Thank you.