Wine Alternatives

Proxies, wine-style libations... this category defines itself by not being another, but never by not being very much itself. Curious combinations of fruits, herbs, tea, spices... often a grape element, but always a wine-like thrust to both the flavour and the presentation. Honestly, much as we love and respect de-alcoholized wines, this bunch gives them a serious run for their money when it comes to verve, moxy, gusto, and gustatory pleasure. Ignore them at your peril, these are some of the very best to be doing it on the non-alc scene.