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| Field | ||
|---|---|---|
| Editorial | ||
| Record | Tasted | Tasted |
| Score | 77 | 77 |
| Verdict | Be Free's German Sauvignon Blanc is sold at Total Wine as dealcoholized. Residual ABV is a <0.5% ceiling from commercial/import data, not an exact producer r… | Green apple and light citrus in a crisp, light Pinot Grigio. Bright acidity, a little sweetness, and a faint pétillance through a clean, lightly sparkling fi… |
| Flavor Differs | Citrus, Grapefruit, Floral | Green apple, Citrus |
| Sweetness Differs | Off-dry | Medium-sweet |
| Body | Light body | Light body |
| Acidity | Bright acidity | Bright acidity |
| Likeness | Light Sauvignon Blanc rather than a generic white: citrus and grapefruit, a touch sweet, with less snap than a sharper bottle. Modest likeness. | A light Pinot Grigio: green apple, citrus, crisp acid, a little sweetness, and just enough sparkle to keep the finish refreshing. |
| Facts | ||
| ABV | <0.5% | <0.5% |
| Category | Wine | Wine |
| Style | Sauvignon Blanc | Pinot Grigio |
| Classification | Dealcoholized | Dealcoholized |
| Method | Undeclared | Undeclared |
| Origin | Germany | Central Coast, California, United States |
| Price | Under $20 | Under $20 |
| Bottle size | 750 ml | 750 ml |
| Evidence | ||
| Verification Differs | Retailer sourced | Producer documented |
| Sources | 2 sources | 3 sources |
| Last verified | 2026-09-25 | 2026-09-24 |