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Flavor profile
- Bottle 1Cherry, Blackberry, Plum, Smoke, Red fruit
- Bottle 2Earth, Dark fruit
Structure, side by side
From our tastings. Each mark shows an assessed level, with the same scale for every bottle.
Sweetness
1Oceano ZeroDry
2PLUS & MINUSDry
Body
1Oceano ZeroLight body
2PLUS & MINUSLight body
Acidity
1Oceano ZeroNot assessed
2PLUS & MINUSBright acidity
| Field | ||
|---|---|---|
| Taste | ||
| Score Differs | 89/100 |
82/100 |
| Verdict | Expressive cherry, blackberry and plum aromas, a dry, juicy palate, and a lingering smoky, savory finish. Thin texture limits the wine's fullness. | Earthy and quietly savory, with dark-berry flavor, mouthwatering acidity and soft tannins. A muted nose and slightly watery texture limit its depth, though t… |
| Flavor Differs | Cherry, Blackberry, Plum, Smoke, Red fruit | Earth, Dark fruit |
| Acidity Differs | — | Bright acidity |
| Likeness | Highly convincing in aroma and flavor, with a distinctly vinous character that carries through the finish. Thin texture is the principal limitation. | Recognizably red-wine-like, with muted earthy aromas, darker berry fruit and a gently drying finish. Some roundness gives it shape, although the slightly watery body makes the impression less complete. |
| Alcohol & production | ||
| Method Differs | Vacuum distillation | Undeclared |
| Product facts | ||
| Origin | San Luis Obispo Coast, California, United States | South Australia |
| Evidence | ||
| Sources | 6 sources | 8 sources |
| Last verified | 2026-10-18 | 2026-10-23 |