from the vine to the mouth

the stages of dealcoholisation

A drink made from dealcoholized wine is an interesting alternative for wine enthusiasts who do not wish to consume alcohol.

But how is it made?

It is possible to produce wine-based drinks dealcoholised with an alcohol content of less than 0.09%.
However, the process required to achieve this is delicate and can have repercussions on the product's flavours.

Over time, it has become possible to measure alcohol levels in wine at different stages of its production. Winemakers can select grape varieties that produce less sugar and influence vineyard management by dividing the harvest into two phases:
  • Phase 1: More acidic and less ripe grapes.
  • Phase 2: Riper grapes. (When grapes are not fully ripe, this can result in low alcohol content but also lower sensory quality.)

Low-alcohol grapes require complex management. This involves cultivation methods, careful plot selection, and limiting shading.

To reduce bacterial fermentation, it is necessary to create a low-temperature, nutrient-poor environment. This helps decrease the amount of alcohol produced. However, this method is limited to certain types of wines.

The manufacturing process of this festive alcohol-free beverage based on dealcoholized wine is similar to that of traditional wine.

An authentic wine with alcohol is dealcoholized. There is no further alcoholic fermentation in the dealcoholized wine. We heat it slightly under vacuum to remove the alcohol. This is why we say the alcohol-free wine is 'dealcoholized'.

  • How do you get this zero-alcohol wine?
  • What are the variants in this range?
  • And how do you enjoy it?
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It all starts with the harvest

Carefully selected grapes, the foundation of our wines, are harvested and pressed to extract the juice that will be turned into wine. At this stage, the juice does not yet contain any alcohol.

Producers often use a two-stage fermentation process. This adds flavour and complexity to the wine.

The grape varieties for our various traditional wines come from Spain. Warmed and nurtured by the sun, they offer exquisite taste and a delightful nose.

Then comes the manufacturing

    1. Fermentation
      Carefully selected grape must undergoes a pre-fermentation stage before vinification; this is called maceration. The grape must is fermented in large tanks for several days, or even several months. Fermentation releases the grape’s aromas. The alcohol content in wine is normally created during this stage. This process is known as vinification.

    2. De-alcoholisation
      Wine de-alcoholisation is carried out at low temperature and under vacuum pressure. This is authentic wine. The grape must is placed under vacuum in tanks and heated to 30°C to evaporate the alcohol.

    3. Authenticity

      Our alcohol-free Night Orient, Vendôme Mademoiselle, Vina’0, and Vendanges Mademoiselle wines made from de-alcoholised wine are authentic. They retain all the color, flavor, aroma, and taste characteristics of regular wine, while containing 0% alcohol. These qualities have earned them numerous awards since their creation.

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and... the tasting

The beverages made from de-alcoholised wines developed by Univers Drink are designed for the general public. 

There is not a single drop of alcohol in our drinks. 

The fine sparkling bubbles are perfect for celebrations. They also pair well with light dishes and desserts, and are ideal as an aperitif.

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