The 11 Best Non-Alcoholic Wines of 2023

Many people enjoy drinking a glass of wine when the right moment calls for one. But if you're trying to cut back on (or eliminate) alcohol, there are alternatives. Non-alcoholic wine can taste just as good as the real thing, according to people who drink alcohol ‌and‌ people who don't.

There are plenty of reasons to go with non-alcoholic wine, like participating in sober October or dry January, being the designated driver or making the decision to stop drinking for the health benefits.

Whatever your case may be, one thing's for sure: you can sip a delicious non-alcoholic wine without sacrificing the taste and experience you love.

Below, we spoke to the experts to get the scoop on the best non-alcoholic wines out there to buy, and whether you like a refreshing white, a smooth red or a subtly-sweet rosé, there's a bottle on this list for everyone.

As the name suggests, non-alcoholic wine is wine that contains little to no alcohol. It comes in many of the same flavors and varieties as regular wine, just without as much alcohol.

Yes — non-alcoholic wine may still contain some alcohol. To be considered "non-alcoholic," wine and other beverages must have 0.5 percent alcohol by volume (ABV) or below, per the FDA. Alcohol-free products, on the other hand, must contain no detectable levels of alcohol

The best way to know what you're buying is to read your product labels carefully, especially if you're pregnant or otherwise trying to avoid alcohol altogether.

Many people think non-alcoholic wine is just grape juice that hasn't been processed into wine, but that's actually not true.

Non-alcoholic wine is made in the same way that regular wine with alcohol is made. The major difference is that the alcohol is removed as an additional step in the manufacturing process, according to Hope Family Wines.

To make non-alcoholic wine, grape juice goes through a vinification (or fermentation) process, which produces wine with alcohol. After, the alcohol is removed from the wine, typically by vacuum distillation, a process in which the wine is heated to almost boiling and the alcohol evaporates.

When wine is made as usual and the alcohol is removed, it will have less of a "grape juice" taste, and you'll still feel like you're drinking wine, says Wine sommelier Samantha Capaldi.

With so many non-alcoholic wines on the market nowadays, finding the one that best suits your taste buds may seem challenging. There are some factors to consider when you're deciding on which to choose:

Choosing wine, whether it has alcohol or not, can be tricky. You must consider your own personal preferences, for example, whether you prefer sparkling or flat, chilled or room-temperature, white wine, red wine or a refreshing rosé.

Dry wines have less sugar than sweet wines, and usually have a taste that's more tart.

One important factor in choosing the best non-alcoholic wine is whether or not you prefer the beverage to taste like the real thing or not.

Some people buy non-alcoholic wine to mimic the taste of real wine, while others simply want a non-alcoholic option that doesn't necessarily have the same exact taste.

Non-alcoholic wines that have been dealcoholized will taste more like real wine, while there are some that are made with (unfermented) grape juice with other ingredients added for flavor. Choose one based on your personal preferences.

The fact that non-alcoholic wine doesn't have much alcohol doesn't automatically make it healthy. Many non-alcoholic wine options can be high in sugar and add calories to your diet, so be sure to take the nutritionals into account before you buy and pour.

With the sober curious movement on the rise, Capaldi says it's been important to her business that she try and offer non-alcoholic wine options to her clients. "Being a sommelier and finding or even accepting a non-alcoholic wine can be a challenge. But non-alcoholic wines are here to stay for a very good reason."

So, she's tried non-alcoholic wines of all types and varieties and shared her experience with us. In addition to her input, we consulted reviews from real people and put it all together to come up with our list of the best non-alcoholic wines based on the following criteria:

• Taste
• Flavor options
• Cost
• Nutritional factors, like calories and sugar content

If you're a sucker for a good rosè, you don't want to miss out on Giesen's rosè blend from New Zealand. Featuring aromas of apples, raspberries and cherries, this best-selling premium non-alcoholic rosè from New Zealand is perfect for all occasions.

Giesen grapes are picked early in the harvest so they retain their tart acidic taste. This rosé, in particular, gets its color from the natural pigment of the grape skins. The grapes go straight to press after they're harvested, which gives the wine its signature pink rose color, bright acidity and fruity aromatics.

Unlike some rosè that can be on the sweeter side, Giesen is refreshingly light and just slightly sweet. You won't be able to wait until summer for another sip.

If you like your rosé on the sweeter side and enjoy it a little bubbly, popular wine brand Stella Rosa has a collection of non-alcoholic wines, including a black, peach, red and this fruity, sparkling rosè wine.

Unlike Giesen's rosè, Stella Rosa's blend is a sweet concoction of fresh fruit flavors, including strawberry, rose petal, and berry. This non-alcoholic rosé is great chilled and served on its own, but also makes a perfect mocktail ingredient.

One of the sister companies to popular wine brand Sutter Home, Fre is a go-to option for anyone looking for a good (and budget-friendly) bottle of non-alcoholic wine.

Their chardonnay, in particular, offers tropical fruit aromas with a blend of rich apple flavors, followed by a tart, citrusy finish. Yet, even at a budget-friendly price, it doesn't take away from the elegance and rich notes in this wine.

Reviewers say this delicious wine tastes just like real chardonnay, and it's a great non-alcoholic wine to have for non-drinking guests at dinner parties. Reviewers who have stopped drinking and others who have cut back say this bottle has been a lifesaver.

Known as one of the best wine producers in Germany, Eins Zwei Zero created a non-alcoholic version of their original riesling, and believe us when we say it tastes just as good as the real thing!

The riesling shares an aroma of red apple and refreshing citrus, and it has that characteristic sharp finish rieslings are known for. The sugar balances the bright flavors, bringing them together for a crisp, semi-dry wine. The brand also offers this non-alcoholic riesling in a sparkling option if you like bubbles to your beverage, or want to add it to a mocktail.

Reviewers say this wine is nice and refreshing, and it tastes just like a lighter version of the real thing.

Using Gewurztraminer (a white wine grape variety), Pastiche features a fruity combination of lychee, peach and pineapple along with underlying notes of peppercorn, clove and Mosaic hops for a bold, spicy finish.

These non-alcoholic wines from Proxies aren't actually wine. Rather they're blends of juices, teas, spices, bitters and other ingredients that are specifically designed to pair with food, according to the brand.

The Mosaic hops in this full-bodied wine give it a slight funk and incredible texture that accentuates the smooth oolong tea.

If you're looking for a bottle of wine to go with your dinner, this bottle is perfect for a variety of meals. "I love it with spicy Thai or Indian curry, al pastor tacos, a grilled pork chop, or mahi-mahi fresh off the grill," Kaner suggests.

Another Proxies favorite, this blend of dark chocolate, coffee and cherry flavors combine to create a bright yet deep red wine. If you typically like cabernet sauvignon, this is the non-alcoholic red wine for you.

"I discovered a few non-alcoholic wines from Proxies I genuinely enjoy, especially 'Velvet,' and I often recommend it to clients," Capaldi says. "Finding the best non-alcoholic red wine has been nearly impossible, but Proxies wine has changed my mind completely."

Reviewers that drink and those that don't partake seem to agree: this option has what you want in a bold red wine — complexity.

"A lot of alcohol-free wine tends to make me feel like I should just drink grape juice, but not this one. This red has actual tannins that coat my palate, bright acidity and the perfect balance of fruit and earth to pair alongside your favorite hearty dishes," Capaldi says.

Coming exclusively from Napa Valley, Luminara is a non-alcoholic wine brand that offers two types of premium, high-quality wines: a Chardonnay and this Red Blend, which combines 70 percent pinot noir and 30 percent zinfandel.

Their red blend carries a deep flavor of black cherry and red fruits, and thanks to a careful dealcoholization process, retains the bold acidity you look for in a good red wine. It's also aged in American and French oak, which imparts a complex texture reviewers love.

For those who love a bold medium-bodied red wine, this blend has slightly smoky, spicy notes that will wake up your senses.

Sometimes drinking wine out of a glass isn't the most practical idea. Luckily, Surely (aside from their already exceptional bottles of wine) offers cans you can grab and go with on your next adventure.

They offer three types of canned non-alcoholic wine: Sparkling Brut, Sparkling Rosè and Rosè Spritz. The Sparkling Brut, a sparkling white wine, is on the drier side and offers notes of lemon, peach and passion fruit.

The Rosé has a light, crisp mouthfeel and delicate fruit notes from grapefruit and guava. The Rosè Spritz, on the other hand, has flavors of passion fruit and coconut.

Whichever you choose, all three of these non-alcoholic wine choices will make you feel like you're on vacation.

You can't go wrong when deciding between Noughty's two sparkling wines. The Sparkling Chardonnay and Sparkling Rosè are both perfect for any occasion and have some level of sweetness without going overboard.

The Chardonnay offers hints of crisp and ripe apple with just a touch of sweetness to finish it off. The Rosè offers notes of fresh berries, and while it is slightly sweetened, it also has a little kick of acidity at the end.

Noughty is not only delicious but certified organic, vegan, and less than 20 calories per glass for those looking to splurge on a nice glass of bubbly and not ruin their diet.

There's something so unique and irresistible about Töst we had to put it on our list. The sparkling non-alcoholic beverage is made with white tea, white cranberry and ginger with just a hint of agave for a crisp, refreshing finish.

They also have a Rosè made with white tea, ginger and elderberry that has a much more fruity, citrusy flavor. Both beverages offer a dry finish that keeps wine lovers returning for more.

Reviewers who have tried many non-alcoholic wine options say this one is as close to real wine as they come, and pairs well with poultry, pasta and fish.

There is never a wrong time for a refreshing glass of sangria, whether it's cooling down on a hot summer day or curling up by the fireplace during fall.

A blend produced in Spain, Montevides offers a red and white non-alcoholic sangria wine that's made using fresh fruit from the Mediterranean.

Their Red Sangria includes lemon, orange, peach, and apple, along with cinnamon flavors, and their white sangria includes lime, passion fruit, apple, white grape and cinnamon for a tropical feel.