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Acidity
- Bottle 1Moderate acidity
- Bottle 2Bright acidity
Flavor profile
- Bottle 1Strawberry, Raspberry, Citrus
- Bottle 2Strawberry, Floral, Citrus, Red berry, Mineral
Structure, side by side
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Sweetness
1AppalinaOff-dry
2LautusOff-dry
Body
1AppalinaLight body
2LautusLight body
Acidity
1AppalinaModerate acidity
2LautusBright acidity
| Field | ||
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| Taste | ||
| Score Differs | 78/100 |
85/100 |
| Verdict | Dealcoholized Pinot Noir rosé under 0.5% ABV. Soft red-berry fruit, lightly sweet, mild acid, and a clean, simple berry finish. | Strawberry, white flowers and a light citrus lift on the nose; crisp, light and slightly dry on the palate, with a little sweetness balanced by refreshing ac… |
| Flavor Differs | Strawberry, Raspberry, Citrus | Strawberry, Floral, Citrus, Red berry, Mineral |
| Acidity Differs | Moderate acidity | Bright acidity |
| Likeness | Reads as a soft, fruity pink more than a structured Pinot Noir rosé — berry first, mild acid, short and clean. | Convincingly rosé-like, with delicate berry fruit, fresh acidity and a mineral edge. Gentle sweetness fits comfortably within its light, balanced structure. |
| Alcohol & production | ||
| Method Differs | Vacuum distillation | Spinning cone |
| Product facts | ||
| Origin | Rheinhessen, Germany, France | Western Cape, South Africa |
| Price Differs | Under $20 | $20–$29 |
| Evidence | ||
| Verification Differs | Bottle verified | Producer documented |
| Last verified | 2026-10-03 | 2026-10-18 |