No and low alcohol wines have been around long enough now for a genuine spectrum of quality to emerge. Alongside early, often forgettable attempts, a new generation of producers is taking a more considered approach, whether through improved dealcoholisation techniques or thoughtful decisions made in the vineyard. For today’s conscious drinker, that means more choice, greater balance and, increasingly, wines that feel intentional rather than compromised, as reflected in the wines assessed by IWSC judges in 2025.
As IWSC judge David Kermode noted during judging: ‘the moral of the story is, just like wine that isn’t dealcoholised, you have to start with great fruit.’ This mantra was oft-repeated, with the strongest performers defined by fruit quality that would satisfy any wine drinker, regardless of alcohol content.
Among the highest-scoring wines was Edenvale Beverages, Premium Reserve Sparkling Shiraz NV, which picked up 97 points and a Gold medal for its ‘fine tannic structure and lifted acidity’. Following judging, Edenvale also went on to win the IWSC No and Low Wine Producer Trophy, reinforcing just how strong a showing this wine, and the wider range, delivered. The only other wine to receive a Gold medal was Visecco with Sauvignon Blanc, praised by judges for a ‘palate rich with spices and sweet fruits’.
There were strong performances among the still wines too. Barone Montalto’s Passivento Rosso 0.0 NV secured a Silver medal, impressing judges with its ‘silky, fine tannins with notes of vanilla and sour cherry’, demonstrating how texture and balance still play a leading role in alcohol-free wines.
Below, we’ve selected the best no and low alcohol wines from the IWSC 2025 for those looking to moderate their drinking or simply those curious to see how alcohol-free wine continues to evolve.
HOW DO WE JUDGE THESE NO AND LOW ALCOHOL DRINKS?
We run a tightly structured, rigorous no and low alcohol tasting process. That means that each drink sample is pre-poured into numbered glasses and assessed blindly by the judges. Most importantly, our IWSC no and low judges are experts in their fields, who work across all sectors of the alcohol-free drinks industry. For evidence, see our full list of judges.
HOW DO WE SCORE THESE NO AND LOW ALCOHOL DRINKS?
Only the best no and low alcohol drinks sampled receive a Gold or Silver award. For example, to win Gold, spirits have to score between 95 and 100 points. Meanwhile, Silver winners range from 90 to 94 points. Click here to read more on our scoring system.
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The best no and low alcohol wines 2025
