{"product_id":"chalmers-vermentino-zero","title":"Chalmers Vermentino Zero 2025 (Zero Alcohol)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"204\" data-end=\"689\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"204\" data-end=\"232\"\u003eChalmers Vermentino Zero\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cem data-start=\"238\" data-end=\"269\"\u003elow-alcohol\/near-alcohol-free\u003c\/em\u003e wine made from \u003cstrong data-start=\"285\" data-end=\"306\"\u003eVermentino grapes\u003c\/strong\u003e grown in Heathcote, Victoria, Australia. It’s part of Chalmers’ wine range and is produced using traditional winemaking methods before undergoing a \u003cstrong data-start=\"455\" data-end=\"483\"\u003edealcoholisation process\u003c\/strong\u003e, resulting in a beverage with \u003cstrong data-start=\"514\" data-end=\"550\"\u003eless than 0.5% alcohol by volume\u003c\/strong\u003e (legally considered “non-alcoholic” in many markets but still labelled with a tiny residual amount). \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"691\" data-end=\"714\"\u003eGrape \u0026amp; Origin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"715\" data-end=\"1337\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"715\" data-end=\"900\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"717\" data-end=\"900\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"717\" data-end=\"729\"\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vermentino — a Mediterranean white grape originally from Italy, known for its aromatic, citrus-driven profile and natural acidity. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"901\" data-end=\"1081\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"903\" data-end=\"1081\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"903\" data-end=\"916\"\u003eVineyard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Estate grown in Heathcote on red Cambrian soils at ~150–170 m elevation — a site Chalmers has planted since the early 2000s. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1082\" data-end=\"1337\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1084\" data-end=\"1337\"\u003eThe winery chose Vermentino as the base for its first non-alcoholic wine because the variety holds vibrant flavour and refreshing acidity even when alcohol is removed and has long been a standout in their portfolio. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1339\" data-end=\"1366\"\u003eProduction Process\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1367\" data-end=\"2040\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1367\" data-end=\"1527\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1369\" data-end=\"1527\"\u003eGrapes are \u003cstrong data-start=\"1380\" data-end=\"1395\"\u003ehand-picked\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1418\"\u003ewild fermented\u003c\/strong\u003e in stainless steel tanks, similar to their regular Vermentino wines. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1528\" data-end=\"1803\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1530\" data-end=\"1803\"\u003eThe dealcoholisation is done deliberately and \u003cem data-start=\"1576\" data-end=\"1590\"\u003epurposefully\u003c\/em\u003e to preserve as much varietal character as possible — meaning it’s not simply a flavour-added beverage, but based on real fermented wine that has had alcohol gently removed. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1804\" data-end=\"2040\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1806\" data-end=\"2040\"\u003eFermentation is typically stopped before reaching complete dryness so that \u003cstrong data-start=\"1881\" data-end=\"1928\"\u003enatural sugars and flavour compounds remain\u003c\/strong\u003e, enhancing mouthfeel and vermentino character even after alcohol removal. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2042\" data-end=\"2074\"\u003e🧪 Style \u0026amp; Tasting Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2075\" data-end=\"2139\"\u003eAccording to tasting notes provided by Chalmers and retailers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2140\" data-end=\"2637\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2140\" data-end=\"2362\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2142\" data-end=\"2362\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2142\" data-end=\"2162\"\u003eAroma \u0026amp; Flavour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright and juicy with \u003cem data-start=\"2185\" data-end=\"2214\"\u003elemon balm, flint, mandarin\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem data-start=\"2220\" data-end=\"2233\"\u003ewhite peach\u003c\/em\u003e tones — a fresh and aromatic mix that still reflects Vermentino’s Mediterranean lineage. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2363\" data-end=\"2470\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2365\" data-end=\"2470\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2365\" data-end=\"2377\"\u003eTexture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crisp and clean, with a limestone or mineral finish. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2471\" data-end=\"2637\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2473\" data-end=\"2637\"\u003eDesigned to be \u003cstrong data-start=\"2488\" data-end=\"2531\"\u003elight, refreshing and drinkable chilled\u003c\/strong\u003e, much like a classic dry white wine but without the alcohol effect. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2639\" data-end=\"2661\"\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2662\" data-end=\"2741\"\u003eChalmers suggests pairing Vermentino Zero with light or fresh dishes such as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2742\" data-end=\"3056\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2742\" data-end=\"2778\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2744\" data-end=\"2778\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2744\" data-end=\"2772\"\u003eCucumber salad with labneh\u003c\/em\u003e 🍽️\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2779\" data-end=\"3056\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2781\" data-end=\"3056\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2781\" data-end=\"2814\"\u003ePoached chicken with fresh dill\u003c\/em\u003e 🍽️\u003cbr data-start=\"2818\" data-end=\"2821\"\u003eThese are similar to pairings you’d expect with a classic dry white — bright, subtle herb flavours and fresh seafood or salads — which work well thanks to the wine’s acidity and citrus character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Cellarhand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47904466600163,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/9568\/6371\/files\/Chalm0CUTOUT.jpg?v=1770798162","url":"https:\/\/crookeddrinks.com.au\/products\/chalmers-vermentino-zero","provider":"Crooked Drinks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}