Stella Rosa Non-Alcoholic Black

Stella Rosa Non-Alcoholic Black is a semi-sweet, semi-sparkling Italian red wine made from Brachetto grapes, bottled at 0.3% ABV in a 750ml format. This dealcoholized expression earned 90 points, a Gold Medal, and a Best Buy designation from Tastings.com (Beverage Testing Institute), along with a Gold Medal at the Los Angeles International Wine Competition — rare accolades for any non-alcoholic wine.

Quick Facts: ABV: 0.3%  |  Origin: Italy  |  Style: Non-Alcoholic Semi-Sweet Semi-Sparkling Red  |  Producer: San Antonio Winery (Riboli Family, est. 1917)

Production & Heritage

Stella Rosa is produced by San Antonio Winery, founded in Los Angeles in 1917 by the Riboli family — one of the oldest continuously operating wineries in the city. The Non-Alcoholic Black begins as a traditional wine fermented using the Charmat method (also called the Italian or tank method), where secondary fermentation occurs in pressurized stainless steel tanks rather than individual bottles. This approach preserves the fresh fruit aromatics inherent to Brachetto grapes. The carbonation develops naturally during fermentation rather than through artificial injection. Once the desired sweetness level is reached, the wine is cold-filtered via centrifuge, dealcoholized to 0.3% ABV, and bottled, retaining the bright fruit character that defines the Stella Rosa range.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Deep ruby red in the glass, the nose opens immediately with ripe blackberry and blueberry, followed by layers of fresh raspberry. A subtle floral lift from the Brachetto grape rounds out the aromatics.

Taste: The entry is soft and fruit-forward, with lush blackberry and blueberry flavors arriving on the mid-palate. A gentle semi-sweet character is kept in check by the Brachetto grape's naturally high acidity, which provides a balancing brightness that keeps the wine light on its feet. A subtle spicy character emerges toward the finish.

Finish: Medium in length with a clean, smooth texture and lingering notes of dark berry fruit. The natural carbonation lifts the close, preventing any cloying sweetness.

How to Drink Stella Rosa NA Black

Serve well chilled — around 40–45°F — to keep the natural effervescence lively and the fruit flavors focused. It drinks beautifully on its own as an aperitif or alongside a meal. For non-alcoholic cocktails, try it in a Berry Spritz topped with sparkling water and a blackberry garnish for a refreshing low-ABV sipper. It also works in a No-Lo Sangria, where its berry-rich profile pairs naturally with sliced stone fruit and citrus. A Rosso Fizz — shaken with fresh lemon juice and a touch of simple syrup over ice — highlights the wine's natural acidity and fruit intensity.

Best For

• Hosting a dinner party where some guests prefer non-alcoholic options
• Gifting someone exploring the growing non-alcoholic wine category
• Pairing with dessert courses at holiday meals or celebrations
• Enjoying a relaxed weeknight glass without the effects of alcohol

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Stella Rosa NA Black taste like? It delivers a fruit-driven profile dominated by ripe blackberry, blueberry, and raspberry, with a semi-sweet character balanced by bright acidity and gentle natural carbonation.

How does Stella Rosa NA Black compare to Fre by Sutter Home? Fre offers a range of dealcoholized wines with a generally drier, crisper profile, while Stella Rosa NA Black leans into semi-sweet territory with bolder dark fruit flavors and natural carbonation from the Charmat method. The Stella Rosa expression also carries a 90-point score from Tastings.com, which is notably high for the non-alcoholic wine category.

Is Stella Rosa NA Black good for sipping on its own? Yes — the balance of semi-sweet fruit, natural acidity, and fine bubbles makes it satisfying to drink chilled without any mixing required.

Where is Stella Rosa NA Black made? The wine is sourced from Italian vineyards and produced under the Stella Rosa label by San Antonio Winery, a Los Angeles-based winery founded in 1917 by the Riboli family.

What foods pair well with Stella Rosa NA Black? Dark chocolate truffles complement the blackberry and blueberry notes. Aged cheeses like Manchego provide a savory counterpoint to the wine's sweetness. Fresh berry tarts mirror the fruit profile and amplify the aromatics. Mild charcuterie boards with prosciutto and fig jam balance richness against the wine's acidity. Spiced desserts like cinnamon-dusted churros pair well with the subtle spicy undertone.

What sizes does Stella Rosa NA Black come in? It is widely available in the standard 750ml bottle format.

Is Stella Rosa NA Black worth the price? It positions as a premium entry within the non-alcoholic wine category, and its 90-point score and dual Gold Medals suggest strong quality relative to its peers — solid value for anyone seeking a serious dealcoholized red with genuine complexity.

Why Stella Rosa NA Black?

The non-alcoholic wine market is crowded with thin, one-dimensional options that taste like afterthoughts. Stella Rosa NA Black stands apart because the Charmat-method base wine and natural carbonation give it a texture and fruit depth that most dealcoholized competitors lack. Its 90-point Gold Medal from the Beverage Testing Institute — earned alongside a Best Buy designation — validates that quality rather than relying on brand recognition alone. For anyone navigating the non-alcoholic space who wants a semi-sweet, fruit-rich red with genuine structure, this is one of the few expressions that genuinely delivers on the promise.