Bolle alcohol-free sparkling wine
Bolle is an alcohol-free sparkling wine company created by Italian-born, Roberto Vanin who wanted to create a wine without the additional calories and hangover. As such Bolle was born and since its creation there are now two options- Bolle Rosa and Bolle Oro, the one I tried today.
Bolle Oro is a white sparkling with 0.5% ABV. It is made by using clever proprietary Bolle technology called Zero Gradi which ferments de-alcoholised wine and a blend of grape juices to create a balanced wine with tight bubbles.
Generally speaking, alcohol-free sparkling wines are the best tasting when it comes to wine varieties so the question is, is award-winning Bolle a keeper of one destined for the sink? Well, you’ll just need to read my review to find out.
Is Bolle sparkling wine any good?
Taste
Well, this isn’t my favourite alcohol-free sparkling wine by any means but isn’t awful either. The issue I found with Bolle is that its a bit too sweet and non-substantial. I would have liked more acidity to balance of the sweetness but essentially you’re left with a pleasant sparkling citrus fruit drink.
Aroma & Appearance
You get some interesting fruity aromas when you open a bottle of Bolle. In the glass it has a golden colour and some tight carbonation.
Bonus points
Bolle non-alcoholic wines are going to appeal to most as its low calorie, gluten-free and suitable for vegans. When it comes to availability your best bet is to go direct to their site.
Image courtesy of Bolle
Key information
– per `100ml can
Type – sparkling wine
Producer – Bolle
Country – UK
Alcohol content – 0.5%
Ingredients – Alcohol-free wine, grape juice, concentrated grape juice, sugar, carbon dioxide
Calories – 100
Vegan friendly? – yes
Gluten-free? – yes
Availability UK/ EU – medium
Availability US/ CAN – hard
“Drunkenness is nothing but voluntary madness.”
-Seneca, AD 50 BC
