‘Spring is In The Wine’: A Non-Alcoholic Trio for Warm(ISH) Weather

This review has been generously sponsored by Dry Variety. All opinions are our own.

The flavors of spring drinks should be refreshing, vibrant and lightly evoking the season's blooming freshness. Crisp and zesty citrus flavors, such as lemon, lime, and grapefruit, add a tangy brightness that awakens the taste buds and invigorates the senses. Fruity notes such as strawberry, raspberry and pineapple, add a juicy sweetness that complements the freshness of the season. We’ve picked a trio of non-alcoholic wines this month from Dry Variety that capture the essence of spring in every sip, making these a perfect indulgence for the season of renewal and rejuvenation.

1. Oddbird Spumante 

Although the name might make you feel nostalgic for the 1980s, Oddbird Spumante is still one of the best sparkling wines in the world. It’s also the only premium non-alcoholic prosecco available in Canada. Spumante is a term used in Italy to describe sparkling wines in general. Prosecco is a specific type of spumante that originates from the Veneto and Friuli regions in northeastern Italy made exclusively from Glera grapes. In the case of Oddbird Spumante, it’s also produced in the Veneto region of Italy from Glera grapes, meaning it’s the closest thing you’re going to find to a prosecco in a non-alcoholic format. 

Prosecco is usually a lighter, fruitier, and more approachable style of sparkling wine compared to traditional Champagne. The Oddbird Spumante lives up to this reputation, as a perfectly light and fruity style of non-alcoholic sparkling wine. 

Oddbird Spumante's crisp, refreshing and slightly fruity characteristics make it a versatile wine that pairs well with a wide range of foods. Truly the best food pairing for this non-alcoholic prosecco is fresh seafood, whether that’s shrimp from the east coast of Canada or Pacific Oysters from British Columbia. Its bright flavors are a perfect complement for fresh, local summertime seafood dishes. 

2. Edenvale Pinot Gris 

Made in Australia from premium grapes, Edenvale non alcoholic wines use the latest innovation in dealcoholization and their non alcoholic pinot gris is a testament to that.

The palette on the Edenvale Pinot Gris is a delicate blend of apricot and soft pear, without being too ‘poached’. The freshness lingers on your tongue, balanced by a mouthwatering tartness that leaves you wanting another sip. The mouthfeel is deliciously mid-weight and feels exactly like a good quality pinot grigio. 

Like most non alcoholic white wines, this will pair nicely with salads, light cheeses, grilled chicken, and light fish.

3. Leitz Eins Zwei Zero Rose 

This wine is made at Leitz winery, a 200-year old winery in Germany known for their rieslings. They have been dealcoholizing wine for over a decade. The non-alcoholic rose is made with Pinot Noir grapes grown in the Rhineghau region in Germany - a region well-known for producing excellent vintages.

The nose on the Leitz Eins Zwei Zero Rose has slight hints of raspberry and possibly rose. It’s got a delicate effervescent mouthfeel and drinks like a dream with a nice balance of sweet and tart acidity. The subtle notes of juicy strawberry and slight notes of rhubarb make this a delicious bottle for quinoa based salads with an acidic dressing, fresh lemon-braised fish, oven roasted chicken and our favorite, spicy potato wedges. 

Where to Buy Spring Is In The Wine

For a limited time only, you can find this trio through Dry Variety Drinks for $61.25.

For more wine reviews visit our Wine Reviews page. Cheers to the sunny, hangover-free days ahead!