Leitz 'Eins Zwei Zero' Sparkling Rose, Germany

Fresh strawberry, raspberry, and grapefruit meet fine bubbles and bright acidity in a crisp, fruit-driven alcohol-free sparkling rosé. Leitz Eins Zwei Zero Sparkling Rose begins with carefully made wine before gentle vacuum distillation removes the alcohol at low temperature, preserving as much of the original fruit and aromatic character as possible. Its balance of ripe berry fruit, refreshing citrus, and lively effervescence reflects Johannes Leitz's broader EINS-ZWEI-ZERO philosophy: treating alcohol-free wine as a serious extension of the estate's winemaking rather than simply an alternative beverage.

Product Details:

• Owner & Winemaker: Johannes Leitz
• Grapes: Pinot Noir, Merlot, and Portugieser
• Farming: Sustainable viticulture
• Vine Training: Guyot
• Dealcoholization: Gentle vacuum distillation under low pressure at approximately 30°C
• Residual Sugar: 41.3 g/L
• Total Acidity: 5.7 g/L
• ABV: 0.0%
• Closure: Natural cork
• Dietary: Vegan and vegetarian

Sensory Description:

Pale pink in the glass with a lively, fine stream of bubbles. Fresh strawberry and raspberry lead the aroma, joined by rosehip and a lifted grapefruit note that adds definition to the fruit. The palate is light and energetic, with red berry fruit balanced by refreshing acidity and a lean mineral impression. Effervescence helps sharpen the wine's fruit-forward profile and counter its residual sweetness, carrying strawberry, raspberry, and citrus into a clean, relatively dry-feeling and persistent finish.

Awards & Accolades:

• Gold: Sakura Japan Women's Wine Awards 2025

Winemaker's Background:

The Leitz family's winemaking history is rooted in Rüdesheim am Rhein, where Josef Leitz rebuilt the family winery following its destruction during the Second World War. Johannes Leitz assumed responsibility for the estate in 1985 after completing his training as a master vintner, beginning with just 2.9 hectares and subsequently developing Leitz into one of the Rheingau's recognized producers. Alongside its traditional wines, the estate has invested substantially in alcohol-free winemaking through the EINS-ZWEI-ZERO range. The name evolved from Leitz's EINS-ZWEI-DRY Riesling, while the ZERO family applies careful base-wine production and low-temperature vacuum distillation to wines designed specifically for alcohol-free drinking.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve well chilled at approximately 6 to 8°C in a sparkling wine glass or white wine glass to emphasize its fine bubbles, berry aromatics, and citrus freshness. It works particularly well as an alcohol-free aperitif and alongside light salads, grilled or roasted vegetables, fresh cheeses, seafood, sushi, smoked salmon, and simply prepared poultry. Its red-fruit profile and lively mousse also make it a useful base for an alcohol-free spritz with citrus, herbs, or sparkling water.