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Sober Curious? 9 Non-Alcoholic Rosé Wines That Don't Taste Like Sad Juice

As the days grow longer and the blossoms bloom, many are seeking lighter, healthier alternatives to traditional alcoholic beverages. French Bloom Spring invites a reset—lighter clothes, longer evenings and for some, fewer drinks. In the growing world of non-alcoholic wine, rosé has quietly stepped forward, shedding its reputation for cloying sweetness and flat flavors. Today's bottles offer structure, minerality and, in a few cases, something close to complexity. This shift isn't happening in a vacuum. The global market for non-alcoholic wine reached $2.57 billion in 2024 and is projected to climb to $6.94 billion by 2034, according to market research firm That growth—driven by younger consumers and health-conscious buyers—reflects a broader cultural reassessment of alcohol's role in social life. Producers are now using traditional methods, including fermentation and lees aging, before removing alcohol through techniques like vacuum distillation and spinning cone columns. The goal isn't mimicry. It's balance, clarity and drinkability—with or without the buzz. Here are nine non-alcoholic rosés that go beyond juice to consider for your springtime celebrations. French Bloom Le Rosé French Bloom Made from organic chardonnay and pinot noir grapes grown in France, this sparkling rosé offers notes of rose petal, wild strawberry and dry white peach. The aromatics are delicate but focused, with a floral lift that's more subtle than perfumed. There's restraint here—nothing overly sweet—and the finish is clean. Elegant and thoughtfully made, though those looking for fruit-forward exuberance may find it more reserved. Still, for those who appreciate finesse over flash, it's among the more refined options available. Giesen Non-Alcoholic Rosé Giesen Wines This still New Zealand rosé is light and crisp, with clean notes of apple, peach and cranberry. The dry finish keeps it from drifting into softness. Modest in intensity, but well-balanced and refreshingly simple. Jøyus Non-Alcoholic Sparkling Rosé Jøyus Award-winning and bold, this sparkling rosé shows ripe strawberry, blackberry and citrus blossom. The bubbles are fine, the texture sharp. It's bright without being sweet, and more expressive than most in its category. Misty Cliffs Rosé Non-Alcoholic Wine Misty Cliffs From South Africa's Swartland region, this wine offers fresh strawberry, orange blossom and a touch of sweetness. The floral character is pleasant, if a bit delicate. Its acidity holds the finish together well. Nooh Still Rosé Château La Coste Developed by France's Château La Coste, this still rosé is clean and herbal with notes of grapefruit, cherry and jasmine. The acidity is well-calibrated, giving the wine a firm structure. A thoughtful bottle that doesn't overreach. Noughty Non-Alcoholic Rosé Noughty Wines This South African rosé, made from chenin blanc and pinotage, is lean and dry with subtle peach and berry notes. A short lees aging adds texture. It's restrained and food-friendly, with a gentle persistence. Wolffer Estate Spring in a Bottle Wolffer Estate Though based in Sagaponack, New Yorkg Island, Wölffer Estate produces this non-alcoholic sparkling rosé in Rheinhessen, Germany, using organically grown St. Laurent, pinot noir, pinot meunier and dornfelder grapes. It's one of the winery's best-selling products—second only to its flagship dry rosé—and crafted with the same attention to balance and structure. Oddbird Domaine De La Prade Rosé Oddbird Made from grenache Made from organic chardonnay and pinot noir grapes grown in France, this sparkling rosé offers a composed blend of rose petal, wild strawberry and dry white peach. The aromatics are delicate but focused, with a floral lift that's more subtle than perfumed. On the palate, it opens with a fine mousse and a dry, mineral core that gives the wine a sense of structure. There's restraint here—nothing overly ripe or sweet—which allows the freshness to come through. The finish is clean, lightly saline and lingers just long enough. Elegant and thoughtfully made, though those looking for fruit-forward exuberance may find it more reserved. Still, for those who appreciate finesse over flash, it's among the more refined options aged 12 months before dealcoholization, this French rosé is dry and herbaceous, with strawberry, raspberry and mineral notes. More structure than most, though slightly lean through the mid-palate. 90+ Cellars Alcohol-Removed Bubbly Rosé Brittany Finnegan Pale pink with fine bubbles, this sparkling wine from southern France shows simple red berry aromas and a crisp, fruit-forward profile. Clean and easy-drinking, though less layered than others here. A safe entry point.