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Sweetness
- Bottle 1Off-dry
- Bottle 2Dry
Flavor profile
- Bottle 1Blackcurrant, Cherry, Plum, Vanilla
- Bottle 2Cherry, Blackberry, Plum, Smoke, Red fruit
Structure, side by side
From our tastings. Each mark shows an assessed level, with the same scale for every bottle.
Sweetness
1AppalinaOff-dry
2Oceano ZeroDry
Body
1AppalinaLight body
2Oceano ZeroLight body
Acidity
1AppalinaBright acidity
2Oceano ZeroNot assessed
| Field | ||
|---|---|---|
| Taste | ||
| Score Differs | 77/100 |
89/100 |
| Verdict | Dealcoholized German Cabernet Sauvignon under 0.5% ABV. Blackcurrant, dark cherry, and plum, lightly sweet, modest tannin, a thin and slightly sour middle, a… | Expressive cherry, blackberry and plum aromas, a dry, juicy palate, and a lingering smoky, savory finish. Thin texture limits the wine's fullness. |
| Flavor Differs | Blackcurrant, Cherry, Plum, Vanilla | Cherry, Blackberry, Plum, Smoke, Red fruit |
| Sweetness Differs | Off-dry | Dry |
| Acidity Differs | Bright acidity | — |
| Likeness | The fruit is recognizably Cabernet. The palate is not: too thin, too sour, not enough tannin or concentration to stand in for a structured red. | Highly convincing in aroma and flavor, with a distinctly vinous character that carries through the finish. Thin texture is the principal limitation. |
| Style | Cabernet Sauvignon | Pinot Noir |
| Product facts | ||
| Origin | Rheinhessen, Germany | San Luis Obispo Coast, California, United States |
| Price Differs | Under $20 | $30+ |
| Evidence | ||
| Sources | 3 sources | 6 sources |
| Last verified | 2026-10-02 | 2026-10-18 |