Best low-carb red wines
Red wines tend to have slightly more carbs than whites, but some are still keto-friendly.
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Pinot Noir - Light-bodied and dry, with 3-3.5g carbs per 5 oz.
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Cabernet Sauvignon - Bold and structured, with 3-4g carbs per 5 oz.
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Merlot - Smooth and fruit-forward, with 3-3.7g carbs per 5 oz.
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Syrah - Rich and peppery, with 3.5-4g carbs per 5 oz.
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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.
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Sauvignon Blanc - Zesty and fresh, with 2-3g carbs per 5 oz.
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Pinot Grigio - Light and citrusy, with 2.5-3g carbs per 5 oz.
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Chardonnay (Unoaked) - Dry and smooth, with 3-3.2g carbs per 5 oz.
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Albariño - Bright and mineral-driven, with 2.5-3g carbs per 5 oz.
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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.
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Brut Nature Sparkling Wine - The driest option, with 0-1g carbs per 5 oz.
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Extra Brut Champagne - Crisp and refreshing, with 1-2g carbs per 5 oz.
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Prosecco Brut - Light and bubbly, with 2-3g carbs per 5 oz.
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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.