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Body
- Bottle 1Light body
- Bottle 2Medium body
Flavor profile
- Bottle 1Blackcurrant, Cherry, Chocolate
- Bottle 2Cherry, Blackberry, Chocolate
Documented method
- Bottle 1Reverse osmosis
- Bottle 2Spinning cone
Structure, side by side
From our tastings. Each mark shows an assessed level, with the same scale for every bottle.
Sweetness
1ArielNot assessed
2IsabelDry
Body
1ArielLight body
2IsabelMedium body
Acidity
1ArielNot assessed
2IsabelModerate acidity
| Field | ||
|---|---|---|
| Taste | ||
| Score Differs | 78/100 |
83/100 |
| Verdict | Blackcurrant and cherry on the nose, with hints of blueberry and chocolate. The palate is light and somewhat thin; a subtle chocolate note gives the finish s… | Dealcoholized California Cabernet with black cherry, dark berry, and mocha — smooth, medium-full, gently tannic, finishing on dark chocolate and tart cherry. |
| Flavor Differs | Blackcurrant, Cherry, Chocolate | Cherry, Blackberry, Chocolate |
| Sweetness Differs | — | Dry |
| Body Differs | Light body | Medium body |
| Acidity Differs | — | Moderate acidity |
| Likeness | Some red-wine character remains, including a cocoa-like note toward the finish. The body has more substance than some nonalcoholic reds, but still feels thin for Cabernet Sauvignon. | Good: dark berry, mocha, and soft tannin stay in a Cabernet register rather than grape juice. |
| Alcohol & production | ||
| Method Differs | Reverse osmosis | Spinning cone |
| Product facts | ||
| Price Differs | Under $20 | $20–$29 |
| Evidence | ||
| Sources | 4 sources | 6 sources |
| Last verified | 2026-10-18 | 2026-10-22 |