NV Cave de Ribeauvillé 'Rib0' Desalcoolisé Non-Alcoholic

The first non-alcoholic wine we’ve had that actually tastes like wine! 100% sustainably farmed and hand harvested Muscat. Grapes are grown on steep sloped vineyards, before being pressed in pneumatic press tanks to avoid crushing. Juices are then separated in several quantities to optimise aromas. Following static racking, fermentation begins under controlled temperature and the wine stays on fine lees for a minimum of three to six months. De-alcoholising the wine is done as a physical process, with no chemical intervention. The wine is cold vacuum distilled, and alcohol evaporates at 28-30 degrees celsius to conserve aromas. Taste is then balanced with the addition of concentrated must solution. Low sugar and low sulphate, with 3.5g of sugar per 100ml, just 18.5 Kcal.

 Tasting Notes 

Rich and inviting aromas of nectarine and biscuit leading to a sophisticated, delicate palate. Creamy with flavors of stone fruit skins and lemon, with balanced acidity and a fresh finish.

About  Cave de Ribeauvillé 

Founded in 1895, Cave de Ribeauvillé is the oldest cooperative in France!

In 1885 Alsace Region was annexed to the German Reich. Cut off from France and its wine connoisseurs vineyards of Ribeauvillé were sadly neglected. It was a group of winegrowers who then decided to group together and they founded the cooperative based on the ideas of German sociologist. The principle was simple: each member had to bring all his harvest to the cooperative and in exchange was paid fairly. Skilled workers were in charge of the winemaking and bottling, a sales force found outlets for the wine and an administrative body took care of production and selling. Everything was placed under the direct control of the winegrowers who formed a board of directors.

Today, the vineyards cover 265 hectares surrounding Ribeauvillé village. This area is worked by 40 wine professionals out of 110 members.