Low-carb wines

Low-carbohydrate wines have minimal residual sugar (RS), meaning they contain fewer carbohydrates per serving. Most dry wines contain 1-4 grams of carbs per 5-ounce glass, while sweeter wines can have 10+ grams of carbs per serving.

  • Dry wines = fewer carbs
  • Sweeter wines = more carbs
  • Lower alcohol wines = typically lower in carbs

If you're on a keto diet, stick to dry wines with less than 4 grams of carbs per serving to stay in ketosis.

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Best low-carb red wines


Red wines tend to have slightly more carbs than whites, but some are still keto-friendly.

  • Pinot Noir - Light-bodied and dry, with 3-3.5g carbs per 5 oz.
  • Cabernet Sauvignon - Bold and structured, with 3-4g carbs per 5 oz.
  • Merlot - Smooth and fruit-forward, with 3-3.7g carbs per 5 oz.
  • Syrah/Shiraz - Rich and peppery, with 3.5-4g carbs per 5 oz.
  • Malbec - Dark and full-bodied, with 4g carbs per 5 oz.

Avoid: Zinfandel and Port wines, as they tend to be higher in carbs.

Best low-carb white wines


White wines generally contain fewer carbs than reds, especially dry and crisp varieties.

  • Sauvignon Blanc - Zesty and fresh, with 2-3g carbs per 5 oz.
  • Pinot Grigio - Light and citrusy, with 2.5-3g carbs per 5 oz.
  • Chardonnay (Unoaked) - Dry and smooth, with 3-3.2g carbs per 5 oz.
  • Albariño - Bright and mineral-driven, with 2.5-3g carbs per 5 oz.
  • Vermentino - Crisp and dry, with 2.5-3g carbs per 5 oz.

Avoid: Riesling, Moscato, and Gewürztraminer, as they often contain 6+ grams of carbs per glass.

Best low-carb sparkling wines


Sparkling wines can be low-carb, depending on their sweetness level.

  • Brut Nature Sparkling Wine - The driest option, with 0-1g carbs per 5 oz.
  • Extra Brut Champagne - Crisp and refreshing, with 1-2g carbs per 5 oz.
  • Prosecco Brut - Light and bubbly, with 2-3g carbs per 5 oz.
  • Cava Brut - Dry and vibrant, with 2-3g carbs per 5 oz.

Avoid: Demi-Sec and Doux sparkling wines, which can contain 8+ grams of carbs per glass.

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Low-carb wine buying tips

  • Look for "Dry" wines – The drier the wine, the lower the sugar and carbs.
  • Stick to wines under 13% ABV – Higher alcohol wines often contain more carbs.
  • Avoid "Late Harvest" or "Sweet" wines – These contain extra sugar and carbs.
  • Check for added sugar – Some commercial wines have added sweeteners that increase carb content.

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