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Swine Dine with Zero Alcohol Wine

zero alcohol wine with pork in dry rub
Low-Sugar Non-Alcoholic Wine, NON ALCOHOLIC DRINKS & KETO/LOW-CARB

Zero alcohol wines have surged in popularity, offering a sophisticated alternative for those looking to enjoy the complexity of wine without the effects of alcohol. These beverages pair wonderfully with pork, a versatile meat that’s often misunderstood in terms of its nutritional value. Contrary to popular belief, many cuts of pork are surprisingly lean, containing less saturated fat than you might expect while providing a rich source of high-quality protein.

From tender loins to juicy chops, pork offers a range of options that not only satisfy the palate but also contribute to a balanced diet. When prepared thoughtfully, pork can be part of a heart-healthy eating plan, offering essential nutrients like B vitamins, zinc, and selenium, which support various bodily functions from energy production to immune health.

What Is The Best Type Of Pork To Eat?

pasture raised pigs

Pasture-raised pork is considered one of the best options for several reasons, primarily related to health benefits, animal welfare, and environmental impact. Here are the key advantages of choosing pasture-raised pork:

Health Benefits:

  • Nutritional Content: Pasture-raised pork can contain higher levels of vitamins, such as up to twice the amount of vitamin E and three times the amount of vitamin D compared to commercially raised pork. It also has higher levels of selenium, which is important for thyroid health.
  • Better Fat Quality: The fat in pasture-raised pork tends to have a better ratio of omega-3 to omega-6 fatty acids, which is beneficial for heart health and may reduce the risk of chronic diseases.

Animal Welfare:

  • Living Conditions: Pasture-raised pigs have access to fresh air, sunlight, and the ability to roam freely, which leads to happier and healthier animals. In contrast, commercially raised pigs are often kept in overcrowded conditions with limited movement.
  • Natural Behavior: Pastured pigs can exhibit natural behaviors such as rooting, foraging, and socializing, which contributes to their overall well-being.

Environmental Impact:

  • Sustainable Farming: Pasture-raised pigs contribute to regenerative farming practices by naturally fertilizing the land with their manure, which improves soil health and reduces the need for chemical fertilizers. This method also helps in reducing carbon emissions associated with feed production for confined animals.
  • Biodiversity: Grazing pigs can help maintain healthy pastures and support local ecosystems, making them a more environmentally friendly choice compared to those raised in concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFOs) that can harm local wildlife and water sources.

Flavor and Quality:

  • Enhanced Flavor: Many people find that pasture-raised pork has a richer and more complex flavor due to the varied diet pigs consume while foraging.

Which Zero Alcohol Wine Pairs Best With Pork?

zero alcohol wine with pork

What Are The Best Sauces For Pork and Zero Alcohol Wine Matches?

Blackberry-Honey Mustard Sauce – A sweet and tangy sauce combining honey, blackberries, and Dijon mustard, perfect for adding a fruity twist to pork dishes.  To reduce the sugar load of this sauce use a brown sugar sweetener and add bee pollen to the sauce.  Bee Pollen has 1.8 net carbs per teaspoon. Choose a rose with sweetness.

Raw honey contains 6 net carbs per teaspoon.  The sweetness in this sauce demands a non alcoholic wine with sweetness.  You have a few choices here.  Drink whatever you like and don’t worry about the sweetness.  Or add a pinch of monk fruit sweetener to your glass to sweeten the wine.  Or choose a non alcoholic wine with some sweetness.  Just make sure the wine is sweeter than the sweetness in the sauce.  If the sauce is sweeter it will alter the acidity in the wine, making it taste like paint thinner. 

Fresh Basil Pesto – A vibrant and herbaceous sauce that adds a refreshing lightness to pork dishes, balancing the richness of the meat.  Pesto’s predominant taste sensation is fattiness. Hunt for a barrel fermented and/or aged Chardonnay with enough creaminess to match pesto fattiness.  Or choose a fruit forward red like Shiraz.  Many zero alcohol red wines have berry fruit character on the nose and palate.

Creamy Sauces:

Dijon Sauce – A creamy sauce made with Dijon mustard, heavy cream, and chicken stock, offering a luxurious flavor that pairs well with various pork cut.  This white sauce demands a white wine.  Choose a barrel fermented and/or aged Chardonnay with creamy texture to match the fattiness in the white sauce.

Alabama White Sauce – A mayonnaise-based barbecue sauce that is sweet, smoky, and tangy, ideal for grilled or smoked pork.  We have some sweetness here and so need a wine with sweetness.  Drink whatever you like and don’t worry about the sweetness.  Or add a pinch of monk fruit sweetener to your glass to sweeten the wine.  Or choose a non alcoholic wine with some sweetness.  Just make sure the wine is sweeter than the sweetness in the sauce.  If the sauce is sweeter it will alter the acidity in the wine, making it taste like paint thinner.

Creamy Mushroom Sauce – Rich and earthy, this sauce features mushrooms and cream, making it an excellent complement to pork chops.  A bold Chardonnay or Pinot Noir works with this sauce.  Choose a Chardonnay with some barrel fermentation so that its rich buttery notes pair nicely with the cream in the sauce.  Pinot Noir is a light, fruity red but has enough weight to match the weight of cream.  

What Is The Best Zero Alcohol White Wine For Pork?

zero alcohol wine with pork in dry rub

If have eat pork with zero seasoning and with no sauce then you can choose a specific wine for the meat. However, we season our pork and we often add sauces.  The best zero alcohol wine to work with pork depends on the sauce or seasoning.  We covered sauces above.  Here are some pork seasonings and their best zero alcohol wine matches:

Here’s a list of the ingredients for the top seasonings for pork without measurements:

1. Pork Chop Seasoning

Suggested Wine: Off-dry white wine or off-dry rose:  Drink whatever you like and don’t worry about the sweetness.  Or add a pinch of monk fruit sweetener to your glass to sweeten the wine.  Or choose a non alcoholic wine with some sweetness.  Just make sure the wine is sweeter than the sweetness in the sauce.  If the sauce is sweeter it will alter the acidity in the wine, making it taste like paint thinner.

2. Homemade Pork Rub

Suggested Wine: Suggested Wine: Off-dry white wine or off-dry rose.  Drink whatever you like and don’t worry about the sweetness.  Or add a pinch of monk fruit sweetener to your glass to sweeten the wine.  Or choose a non alcoholic wine with some sweetness.  Just make sure the wine is sweeter than the sweetness in the sauce.  If the sauce is sweeter it will alter the acidity in the wine, making it taste like paint thinner.

3. Simple Pork Rub

  • Smoked paprika
  • Onion powder
  • Garlic powder
  • Oregano
  • Mustard powder
  • Cumin
  • Sage

Suggested Wine:  Off-dry white or off-dry rose: Spiciness from the smoked paprika and cumin is the predominant taste sensation in this rub.  Spiciness needs a wine with sweetness.  Pork is a sweet meat.  Off-dry white wine.  Drink whatever you like and don’t worry about the sweetness.  Or add a pinch of monk fruit sweetener to your glass to sweeten the wine.  Or choose a non alcoholic wine with some sweetness.  Just make sure the wine is sweeter than the sweetness in the sauce.  If the sauce is sweeter it will alter the acidity in the wine, making it taste like paint thinner.

4. Sweet and Spicy Rub

  • Brown sugar
  • Smoked paprika
  • Cayenne pepper
  • Black pepper
  • Garlic powder
  • Onion powder
Suggested Wine: Off-dry white or off-dry rose: Drink whatever you like and don’t worry about the sweetness.  Or add a pinch of monk fruit sweetener to your glass to sweeten the wine.  Or choose a non alcoholic wine with some sweetness.  Just make sure the wine is sweeter than the sweetness in the sauce.  If the sauce is sweeter it will alter the acidity in the wine, making it taste like paint thinner.

Reds:

5. Basic Seasoning Blend

  • Kosher salt
  • Black pepper
  • Garlic powder
  • Onion powder
  • Smoked paprika

Suggested Wine:  Crisp, dry white or light, fruity red: The flavoring in this rub demand a white wine with good acidity to offset the saltiness from kosher salt.  The saltiness is the predominant taste sensation here.  Choose a crisp, dry white like Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio or a light, fruity red like Pinot Noir.

What Zero Alcohol Red Wine Goes Well With Pork?

zero alcohol wine with sausages

Here is a list of classic pork dishes that complement red wine:

  1. Pork Tenderloin with Berry Reduction
    • Pairs well with Pinot Noir or Merlot.
  2. Pork Loin Roast
    • Complements Pinot Noir, Merlot, or Zinfandel.
  3. Pork Sausages
    • Best with Syrah (Shiraz), or Zinfandel.
  4. Grilled Pork Ribs
    • Pairs nicely with Syrah, Zinfandel, or a robust red blend.
  5. Pork Chops with Savory Herbs
    • Goes well with Cabernet Sauvignon or a red blend.
  6. Braised Pork
    • Complements Syrah or Grenache.
  7. Pork and Mushroom Dishes
    • Best with Pinot Noir or a lighter Cabernet Sauvignon.
  8. Barbecue Pork
    • Pairs well with Zinfandel or a fruit-forward Merlot.
  9. Pork Belly
    • Complements lighter reds like Pinot Noir or Grenache.
  10. Pork Casserole
    • Pairs nicely with a medium-bodied red like Côtes du Rhône.

What Low Sugar Zero Alcohol Sparkling Wines Work with Pork?

ONES non alcoholic wine

Sparkling Wines (from lowest to highest sugar per 100 mL):

  1. ONES Sparkling White: 9.6 calories and 0g sugar per 100mL (Click this link for a 10% discount on ALL Ones Sparkling Wines)
  2. ONES Sparkling Rosé: 7.2 calories and 0g sugar per 100mL (Click this link for a 10% discount on ALL Ones Sparkling Wines)
  3. ONES Sparkling Red: 7.2 calories and 0g sugar per 100mL (Click this link for a 10% discount on ALL Ones Sparkling Wines)
  4. Sovi Sparkling Wine: 10 calories and 1.3g sugar per 100mL
  5. Joyus Sparkling White: 12.5 calories and 2.5g sugar per 100mL
  6. Joyus Sparkling Rose: 12.5 calories and 2.5g sugar per 100mL
  7. Noughty Sparkling Chardonnay: 14 calories and 2.9g sugar per 100mL
  8. Thomson & Scott Noughty Sparkling Chardonnay: 14.4 calories and 3.2g sugar per 100mL
  9. Château del ISH (Sparkling Rosé): 20 calories and 3.9g sugar per 100mL
  10. Edanvale Sparkling Cuvee Spanish: 24 calories and 3.8g sugar per 100mL
  11. Edenvale Sparkling Rose: 36 calories and 3.8g sugar per 100mL
  12. Oddbird Non-Alcoholic Sparkling Rosé: 19.4 calories and 4.4g sugar per 100mL
  13. Edenvale Non Alcoholic Rose: 21 calories and 4.6g sugar per 100mL
  14. Edenvale Sparkling Shiraz: 21 calories and 4.7g sugar per 100mL
  15. Edanvale Sparkling Cuvee: 23 calories and 5.1g sugar per 100mL

What Low Sugar Zero Alcohol White Wines Work with Pork?

Non-Alcoholic Wine; Entertaining with Lautus Chardonnay

Whites (from lowest to highest sugar per 100 mL):

  1. The Expedition Series Non-Alc Verdejo Sauvignon Blanc: 24 calories and 0g sugar per 100mL
  2. Sovi Chenin Blanc: 10 calories and 1.3g sugar per 100mL
  3. Edenvale Semillon Sauvignon Blanc: 8 calories and 1.6g sugar per 100mL
  4. Giesen Sauvignon Blanc: 12.5 calories and 1.75g sugar per 100mL
  5. Brochet Zero Organic Sauvignon Blanc: 8 calories and 1.8g sugar per 100mL
  6. Noughty Blanc De-alcoholised White Wine: 17 calories and 2.0g sugar per 100mL
  7. Princess Alternativa Bianco Dry Non-Alcoholic White Wine: 17 calories and 2.6g sugar per 100mL
  8. Edanvale Pinot Gris: 13 calories and 2.8g sugar per 100mL
  9. Lautus Chardonnay: 20 calories and 2.8g sugar per 100mL
  10. Edenvale The Spanish Expedition Series Verdejo Sauvignon Blanc: 17 calories and 3.6g sugar per 100mL
  11. Edenvale Non-Alc Chardonnay: 18 calories and 3.9g sugar per 100mL
  12. Leitz Eins Zwei Non-Alc Riesling: 24 calories and 4.9g sugar per 100mL
  13. Edenvale Blanc de Blanc Premium Reserve: 23 calories and 5.2g sugar per 100mL
  14. Luminara Napa Valley Chardonnay Dealcoholized: 18 calories and 5.2g sugar per 100mL
  15. Le Petit Beret Virgin Sauvignon Blanc: 25 calories and 6.2g sugar per 100mL

What Low Sugar Zero Alcohol Roses Wines Work with Pork?

BBQ pork

Rosés (from lowest to highest sugar per 100 mL):

  1. Sovi Sparkling Rose: 10 calories and 1.3g sugar per 100mL
  2. Joyus Rose: 10 calories and 2g sugar per 100mL
  3. Noughty Non-Alcoholic Sparkling Rosé: 18 calories and 4g sugar per 100mL
  4. Wölffer Spring in a Bottle Non-Alcoholic Rosé: 24.5 calories and 4.8g sugar per 100mL
  5. Edenvale Rose: 22 calories and 5.5g sugar per 100mL

What Low Sugar Zero Alcohol Red Wines Work with Pork?

Reds (from lowest to highest sugar per 100 mL)

Sovi Reserve Red

  1. YOURS Non-Alcoholic California Red Blend: 6.8 calories and 0.68g sugar per 100mL
  2. Sovi Reserve Red: 10 calories and 1.3g sugar per 100mL
  3. Joyus Cabernet Sauvignon: 16.7 calories and 1.3g sugar per 100mL
  4. Alcohol Removed Cabernet Sauvignon: 13.3 calories and 1.3g sugar per 100mL
  5. Edenvale Non-Alcoholic Grenach Shiraz Mataro: 10 calories and 1.8g sugar per 100mL
  6. Sobriety Society Shiraz Tempranillo: 13 calories and 2.5g sugar per 100 mL
  7. Naughty Roughe Syrah Red: 14 calories and 2.5g sugar per 100mL
  8. Lautus Non-Alcoholic Red: 12 calories and 3g sugar per 100mL
  9. Edenvale Non-Alcoholic Tempranillo Cabernet Sauvignon: 14 calories and 3g sugar per 100mL
  10. Giesen 0% Merlot: 18 calories and 3g sugar per 100 mL
  11. Luminara Red Blend: 20 calories and 3.2g sugar per 100mL
  12. Edenvale Shiraz: 17 calories and 3.8g sugar per 100mL
  13. Surely Red Blend: 20:29 calories and 3.38g sugar per 100 mL
  14. Rawson’s Retreat Cabernet Sauvignon: 17 calories and 3.6g sugar per 100 mL
  15. Edenvale Cabernet Sauvignon: 18 calories and 3.9g sugar per 100mL
  16. Ariel Cabernet Sauvignon: 20.8 calories and 4g sugar per 100 mL
  17. Edenvale Premium Reserve Pinot Noir: 20 calories and 4.3g sugar per 100mL
  18. Leitz Eins-Zwei-Zero Pinot Noir: 21 calories and 4.9g sugar per 100mL

What Are Some Keto Low-Carb Pork Dishes You Can Try?

 

 

KETO BACON-WRAPPED CHORIZO

KETO LOW-CARB BACON-WRAPPED CHORIZO

Chorizo is a spicy pork sausage demanding a zero alcohol wine with sweetness. The wine’s sweetness will offset this spiciness. Drink whatever you like and don’t worry about the sweetness.  Or add a pinch of monk fruit sweetener to your glass to sweeten the wine.  Or choose a non alcoholic wine with some sweetness.  Just make sure the wine is sweeter than the sweetness in the sauce.  If the sauce is sweeter it will alter the acidity in the wine, making it taste like paint thinner. 

KETO LOW-CARB BBQ PORK

Due to the predominant flavors of spiciness and licorice, this Chinese spice blend on the Keto BBQ Pork makes it compatible with wines offering some sweetness.   The spice has sweetness and heat and spice.  For this reason you’ll need a white with some sweetness to match and to off-set the heat and spice. In following a Keto diet or in living a low-carb lifestyle, we don’t want to use up your carbs on a glass of wine.  You have a couple of options. Drink whatever wine you like (as long as it’s bone dry) and don’t worry about pairing the wine to dish.
Enjoy your wine the way you like it. If you like to create harmony between the wine and the food, you’ll need some sweetness in the wine to match the sweetness and offset the heat and spice.  Add a pinch of monk fruit sweetener to your glass of wine.  Choose a white like Riesling or Gewurztraminer or a pink rose. These varieties taste great when bone dry or sweet.  So they taste great with the added sweetener.  The wine’s sweetness will nicely match and offset the heat and spice.

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KETO LOW-CARB PULLED PORK

The wine you choose for your Keto Pulled Pork will depend on the seasonings and the dish you are making. In following a Keto diet or in living a low-carb lifestyle, we don’t want to use up your carbs on a glass of non alcoholic wine.  You have a couple of options. Drink whatever non-alc wine you like (as long as it’s bone dry) and don’t worry about pairing the wine to dish. Enjoy your non-alc wine the way you like it. If you like to create harmony between the wine and the food, you’ll need some sweetness in the wine to match the sweetness in this dish.
Add a pinch of monk fruit sweetener to your glass.  Choose whites like de-alcoholized Riesling or Gewurztraminer or a pink rose. These varieties taste great when bone dry or sweet.  So they taste great with the added sweetener.  The non alcoholic wine’s sweetness will nicely harmonize with the recipe’s sweetness.

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KETO LOW-CARB STUFFED PORK CHOPS

With the predominant taste sensation of this recipe being umami from the pork and a creamy mouth feel in the stuffing , you can go with either a full-bodied non alcoholic white or a light, fruity non-alc red wine.  You’ll want this added richness in the wine to match the creaminess of the ricotta stuffing.  Think creamy de-alcoholized Chardonnay or light, fruity de-alcoholized Pinot Noir (red). 

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KETO LOW-CARB BACON COVERED MEATLOAF

With the predominant taste sensations of Keto Low-Carb Bacon-Covered Meatloaf being fattiness, umami, a little tanginess and saltiness, choose a full-bodied non-alcoholic red wine. These reds offer lots of earthy character, along with pleasant bitterness and astringency. The wine’s gentle tannin will nicely offset the fattiness and saltiness of bacon.  Think Zinfandel, Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc.

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LOW-CARB APPLE BUTTER RIBS

Let’s talk wine with Keto Lazy Apple Butter Ribs. With the predominant taste sensation being sweetness from the apple butter, you’ll need to pair these delicious ribs with a crisp, white non alcoholic wine with excellent acidity and sweetness to match.  Remember if the dish is sweeter than the non-alc wine, the wine will taste like paint thinner. In following a Keto diet or in living a low-carb lifestyle, we don’t want to use up carbs on a glass of sweet wine. So you have a couple of options. 
Drink whatever you like and don’t worry about pairing the wine to the apple butter sweetness.  And by the way, the sweetness is subtle as the savory ribs also takes center stage.  But there is still sweetness to consider.  If you like to create harmony between the non alcoholic wine and the food, you’ll need some sweetness in the wine. 
Add a pinch of monk fruit sweetener to your glass.  Choose a fruity white like bone-dry de-alcoholized Riesling.  Add the sweetener.  This now off-dry white will now pair with the apple butter sweetness. 

KETO LOW-CRB BACON WRAPPED SALMON ASPARAGUS

Amidst the rich and salty flavors of Keto Bacon-Wrapped Salmon Asparagus, consider pairing it with a full-bodied white like de-alcoholized Chardonnay or a light, fruity red such as de-alcoholized Pinot Noir. The acidity in these wines will beautifully complement the bacon’s saltiness and richness.

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