Less Alcohol, More Freshness: The No/Lo Wine Revolution is Here!

Less Alcohol, More Freshness: The No/Lo Wine Revolution is Here!

Over the past 50 years, the wine scene has changed dramatically. The days of stocking up entire cellars like older generations did are fading. Wine was arguably more affordable back then, but more importantly: wines were definitively lighter.
In the past, a fine Rioja rarely fetched an alcohol content above 12%. Nowadays, many top fine wines easily exceed 13.5%, and it is absolutely common to spot bottles at 14.5% or even 16%. Unsurprisingly, consumers are now looking for fresher, lighter options. This aligns perfectly with our modern lifestyles. We eat more salads and vegetables than ever, and the general trend for many of us is simply to eat lighter.
At Classic Vins, our sommeliers Jean-Louis and Bertrand have noticed an important attitude change: consumers are increasingly curious about alcohol content.
The great news is that the demand for low alcohol wines and alcohol free wines is booming! Here is a curated look at how producers worldwide are satisfying this new demand.

🚫 100% Alcohol-Free Wines

  • Disfrutando Verdejo: Our most popular choice. Light, fresh, and fruity for less than 8€. Pro-tip: serve it with a dash of soda water to make it even more refreshing!
  • Disfrutando Sparkling: A stunning alcohol-free sparkling wine perfect for any celebration.
  • Disfrutando Red: A very nice, well-crafted red alternative that does not disappoint.
  • Tarima Alcohol-Free Moscatel (Bodegas Volver): Crafted by owner and winemaker Rafael Cañizares, this clever creation gives the perfect illusion of drinking a classic Mediterranean-style white wine. Lovely!

📉 Naturally Low in Alcohol

You do not always need to look for dealcoholized options. Many traditional styles are naturally low in alcohol while offering incredible depth:
  • La Spinetta – Moscato d’Asti (6.5%): A sweet sparkling wine that seduces many palates, especially during the summer.
  • Joh. Jos. Prüm – Riesling Kabinett (9%): A classic German masterpiece on everyone’s radar.
  • Dreissigacker – Dry Organic Riesling (11.5%): A clean, vibrant, and organic German white.
  • Castellroig – Corpinnat (11.5%): Elegant, crisp Spanish sparkling bubbles.
  • La Dame de Onze Heures – Muscadet (12%): The ultimate bone-dry, refreshing white.

Light & Refreshing Reds

Who says red wine has to be heavy? You can enjoy rich flavors with a lighter body:
  • Combel-La-Serre – Cahors (12.5%): A Malbec packed with fresh fruit and a touch of earthy character, moving away from the traditionally heavy style.
  • Envínate – Benje Red (12%): Produced at high altitude in Tenerife by one of the most sought-after wine estates in Spain. It is dry, smoky, light-bodied, and highly exotic.

✨ Curious to browse around? Visit us at our warehouse or contact our team of sommeliers. Jean-Louis and Bertrand will be more than happy to introduce you to our premium selection of no/lo wines available here in Andorra!
And don’t forget we can deliver your wine order,-))
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The World of Wine Delivered to Your Door in Andorra! 

The World of Wine Delivered to Your Door in Andorra! 

Need to restock your cellar without leaving your couch? At Classic Vins, we select the best from global vineyards for you. From the prestige of Classic Burgundies to the refreshing originality of Sparkling English wine, our catalog will surprise you.
Prefer Spanish classics? Enjoy the character of our Riojas, the power of our Riberas, or the crisp freshness of our Albariños.

The best part?

Delivery is completely free anywhere in Andorra from Monday to Friday for any order over €50. Whether you are at home or the office, just send us your full address and telephone number. We take care of the rest.
Order today:
Browse on our website
or
classicvins@gmail.com
or
Phone/whatsapp us
+376 368363 – Jean Louis
+376 359 113 – Bertrand
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Vega Sicilia in Andorra: Secure Your Allocations Before They Are Gone!

Vega Sicilia in Andorra: Secure Your Allocations Before They Are Gone!

Excellence does not wait. Buying wine in Andorra becomes a major challenge every year, especially when it comes to the legendary cuvées of Tempos Vega Sicilia. Due to skyrocketing global demand and strict quotas, accessing these exceptional bottles is harder than ever.
With us, you get direct access to these prestigious estates. Do not risk missing out on this year’s vintage. Contact us today and secure your exclusive allocation.

Your Vega Sicilia Collection Available for Pre-Order

Reserve the icons of the Spanish wine world and its international gems right now:
    • Vega Sicilia Único: The pinnacle of Ribera del Duero. A legendary wine built for aging.
    • Valbuena 5°: The pure expression of Tempranillo. A masterclass in elegance and power.
    • Alión: Modern, fleshy, and deeply seductive.
    • Pintia: Bold character and deep structure from the Toro region.
    • Macán: Contemporary vision and finesse born from a historic collaboration in Rioja.
    • Oremus: Liquid gold from Hungary. Divine dry and sweet Tokaj wines.

Ultra-Limited New Release Alert: The group will soon release its highly anticipated white wine from Rías Baixas (Albariño). Allocations for this historic debut will be extremely tight. Be the first on the list by reserving with us today.

Why Pre-Order With Us?

    • Guaranteed Allocations: Your bottles are secured directly upon official release.
    • Free Wine Delivery in Andorra: We deliver straight to your home, office, or venue at no extra cost, anywhere in the Principality.
    • Bespoke Local Service: A trusted partner to curate your private cellar.

Stocks are highly limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
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New Italian Arrivals – Character, craft and (Still) Great Value

New Italian Arrivals — Character, Craft, and (Still) Great Value

Italy continues to enchant us with its diversity, but finding true value has become a real challenge. Over the last 10–15 years, prices have crept up—sometimes deservedly, sometimes just because the world has finally caught on. Still, we’ve managed to bring in a few gems that punch well above their weight, in both flavour and authenticity.

🍷 Montepulciano d’Abruzzo, Umani Ronchi
From the rolling hills of Abruzzo, this is everything we want from a good Montepulciano: dark-fruited, soft on the palate, and juicy to the core. A generous red that’s perfect for pizza night or a plate of rustic pasta.

🌿 Vermentino di Sardegna, Antonella Corda
This is Vermentino with pedigree. Fresh, bright and lightly aromatic, it shows that Sardinia can do seaside elegance like nowhere else. Crisp enough for aperitivo, expressive enough for seafood or grilled vegetables.

🍇 Montessu, Agricola Punica (Sardinia)
An exceptional blend led by old-vine Carignan, grown in the southwest of Sardinia and crafted under the guidance of the legendary Sassicaia team. Deep, supple, and seriously stylish—this is Mediterranean red wine at its best.

🔥 Primitivo di Salento
Ripe, bold, and ready to go. This southern charmer brings rich black fruit, soft tannins and an easygoing warmth that makes it ideal for barbecues or cozy nights in. No wonder Primitivo is finally getting the attention it deserves.

These wines bring the kind of personality and quality that’s getting harder to find at this price. Italian wine may no longer be the secret it once was—but these bottles prove that smart sourcing still makes a difference.

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New wines for September

New wines

To start, Dominio do Bibei (Galicia) have released a new white from DO Ribeiro called Lalume. It is glently oaked using 600 Liters barrel in order to give some extra complexity, without dominating the wine. Low availability, 17.50 euros.

 

Also from Galicia is the surprising Tabla de Sumar! An unusual and exotic Albarino. Full-bodied, unoaked, peachy, apricot. We rarely tasted something like this, it very good and clearly confusing if tasted blind! 9.88 euros a bottle

 

Then, from La Rioja we are now stocking white wines from Finca de la Rica (Nomada, El buscador…). As a result, this brand new wine is called Candelera. It is a classic blend of Garnacha, Viura and Malvasia. It has been aged 4 months in new oak, for some more complexity. The result is a medium-bodied white great for food, that shows ginger notes and some discreet spicy notes.

13.00 Euros a bottle.

 

From Hungary, we carry the Pajzos wine from Tokaji. It is elaborated entirely with Furmint, it light-bodied, unoaked and has 5 to 6 gr/L of residual sugar that makes it perfect as an aperitif or with some slightly spicy food! 10.50 euros a bottle.

 

Now, for the reds we have some pretty good news! Especially for those looking for fine Italian wines. We now offer various wines from La Spinetta (Piamonte), such as the Nebbiolo Langhe which is a good introduction to Barolo/barbaresco at a kinder price 19.25 euros a bottle. After that, we also have the Barbaresco Bordini for 38.50 euros a bottle. In addition, if you fancy something fruitier the Barbara d-Asti Ca’di Pian will do the trick perfectly for 18.50 euros.

Decant them at least 1 hour before!

 

Mos importantly, James Suckling gave 93/100 points to a stunning Ribera Del Duero wine, known as Pagos de Valcerracin Crianza 2016, (12.85 euros a bottle). The estate is located near the castle of Penafiel, and their Italian wine-maker is highly talented. A wine to look for!

And above all, from Bordeaux, we were amazed by the great Saint Emilion Grand Cru
Chateau Fonroque 2016 (own by the Moueix Family, Chateau Petrus), 42.00 euros a bottle, but it is without a doubt the nicest Bordeaux we have tasted this year! Savoury, smoky, very well-balanced…it has everything! But yes, it is a special treat…

 

And finally from Spain, we have a up and coming blockburster from Alicant, produced from ungrafted vines (monastrell) called Triga. Firstly, it is vinified by a well-known Australian wine maker – Chris Ringland (always scores highly with Mr Robert Parker). And secondly it has to be decanted it 24 hours before, if not the magic will not take place! Rich, intense, chocolatey, full-bodied… not for the faint of heart! 28.75 Euros a bottle.

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