8 alcohol-free wines to celebrate with peace of mind

Wines with a low alcohol percentage (5% and less) increasingly fill the glasses when toasting. As the end-of-year celebrations approach, here are 8 bottles that will put you in the holiday spirit.

Pinot Noir St. Regis

14,00 $

Roast, duck confit, creamy mushroom risotto, cheese platter… These delights which provide a balm to the long winter months blend perfectly with the aromas of blackcurrant, cherry and sweet spices of Pinot Noir St. Regis. This medium-bodied wine, with a silky texture and rich in tannin, offers a rich and lingering finish, then stands out for its exceptional character. It is recommended to serve it between 12°C/54°F and 15°C/59°F.

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Arjolle Viognier Sauvignon

22,95 $

This white wine offered by Domaine de l’Arjolle, located in Pouzolles, a village in Languedoc in France, plays tricks on our taste buds which believe they are enjoying an alcoholic wine, when in fact, it does not contain any alcohol. ‘alcohol. On the nose, it reveals an alliance of citrus fruits and delicate flowers, while on the palate powerful notes of white flowers and passion fruit are revealed, creating a beautiful freshness and a beautiful balance. Pair it with seafood, raw or cooked fish and chicken.

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Burgundy Melon Phenomenon

16,25 $

The first dealcoholized Melon de Bourgogne wine, this dry white wine from Domaine de la Grenaudière is very low in sugar (1.4 g per 100 ml) and displays a pale yellow color and an expressive nose. Each sip reveals notes of citrus, green apple, honeydew melon, as well as floral notes with strong minerality and refreshing salinity. This nectar from the Loire Valley in France goes well with seafood, soft cheeses and French fries.

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Torres Natureo 2022

11,05 $

Made by Torres in Spain, this alcohol-free wine delivers all the exuberant side of Muscadet. When tasting, discerning palates will detect notes of elderflower, orange blossom and fresh grapes, aromas of honeydew melon and muscat and a touch of residual sugar. Fruity and sweet, it seduces the taste buds both as an aperitif and when tasting Asian meals.

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Oddbird GSM Rouge

24,00 $

This is a favorite wine to enhance the transition from autumn to winter. Offering aromas of red berries, blackberries and spices so comforting this season, this silky, ripe and dry red wine from Saint-Chinian in the south of France, harvested in 2020, is appreciated for its acidity, earthy notes and its fruity touches. Made from Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre and Carignan, it presents different layers of complexity which multiply the sensations in the mouth.

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Luminara Napa Valley Red Blend

28,00 $

Roasted, duck confit, risotto, this dry red wine reveals flavors of black cherry and ripe red fruits mixed with subtle smoky and spicy notes, then culminates with a long and lingering finish bringing refreshing acidity. The blend of 70% Pinot Noir and 30% Zinfandel is aged in oak barrels, which gives this wine a complex texture. Before tasting, it is recommended to place the bottle in the refrigerator for 20 to 30 minutes.

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Giesen Rosé New Zealand

19,95 $

Containing 1.53 g of sugar per 100 ml, it is the least sweet dealcoholized rosé on the market. Discovering the aromas of stone fruits, including white peach, apple, as well as those of fresh strawberries, it is pleasant to note that these notes linger on the palate alongside crunchy cranberry flavors. This lively and refreshing wine is suitable for all occasions, whether on a sunny terrace or by the fireplace on a winter’s day.

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Leitz One-Two-Zero Rosé

13,40 $

Fruit of the blend of pinot noir (70%) and merlot (30%) grape varieties, this semi-dry rosé wine produced in the Rhine valley in Germany is characterized by its lively acidity, its light body, its delicate mouth and its aromas of small red fruits. Proudly displaying the fruity and sweet taste tag, it enhances a light meal as much as a Sunday brunch.

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