There is no shortage of alcohol free wine brands making promises they cannot keep in the glass. Plus & Minus is a different story. This Australian non-alcoholic wine brand has built a genuine following, and with six wines in the range covering reds, whites, rosé, and sparkling, it is one of the most complete alcohol-free wine lineups available in Australia right now.
What sets Plus & Minus apart before you even open the bottle is their approach to production. They source grapes exclusively from South Australian vineyards, use no artificial sweeteners, and add grape seed extract during the winemaking process. That last element is not just a marketing point: grape seed extract is naturally rich in antioxidants, and its inclusion makes Plus & Minus one of the few alcohol-free wine brands actively adding a nutritional benefit alongside the drinking experience.
Sans Drinks stocks the complete Plus & Minus collection, and this review covers every wine in the range using a consistent tasting framework across appearance, nose, palate, and finish, alongside honest customer rating data and our honest assessment of who each wine suits best.
What Makes Plus & Minus Different
Before the individual wines, it is worth understanding what the brand is actually doing that distinguishes it from other non-alcoholic wine producers.
Key brand facts:
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Grapes sourced exclusively from South Australian vineyards
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No artificial sweeteners used in any product
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Grape seed extract (GSE) added during winemaking for natural antioxidant content
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Full dealcoholisation to 0.0% ABV
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Six distinct wine styles covering red, white, rosé, and sparkling
The grape seed extract addition is genuinely unusual in the category. Most non-alcoholic wine producers focus purely on replicating the flavour of conventional wine. Plus & Minus has taken the additional step of enriching the finished product with compounds that have real nutritional value. For drinkers who have moved away from alcohol partly for health reasons, this is a meaningful point of difference.
Customer Ratings at a Glance
The ratings below are based on verified reviews from the Sans Drinks platform and give a useful starting point before the detailed tasting notes.
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Wine |
Customer Rating |
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4.8/5 |
40 reviews |
Currently sold out |
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4.6/5 |
28 reviews |
Available now |
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4.3/5 |
85 reviews |
Available now |
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4.1/5 |
59 reviews |
Currently sold out |
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3.8/5 |
61 reviews |
Available now |
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3.4/5 |
53 reviews |
Currently sold out |
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3.2/5 |
54 reviews |
Available now |
The sparkling wines sit noticeably higher in customer satisfaction than the still reds, which is a pattern consistent across the broader non-alcoholic wine category. Sparkling styles are generally easier to execute well without alcohol, because carbonation adds texture and freshness that helps compensate for the absence of alcohol's structural contribution.
The Wine Reviews
#1 Plus & Minus Shiraz
Customer rating: 3.2/5 from 54 reviews
The Appearance
Deep ruby red in the glass with good colour depth for a zero alcohol red wine. Pours cleanly with no visible sediment.
The Nose
Dark cherry, plum, and a faint black pepper note that speaks of the variety. The aromatics are present and varietal without being particularly complex or layered. No artificial or synthetic notes, which is a meaningful baseline achievement in the zero alcohol red wine category.
The Palate
Medium-bodied with soft tannins and red and dark fruit flavour through the mid-palate. The finish is shorter and cleaner than a conventional Shiraz, which is expected. The grape seed extract contributes a slight structure and texture that gives the wine more presence than a simple dealcoholised base would provide on its own.
The Verdict
Honest and varietal without pretending to be something it is not. The 3.2 customer rating reflects a divided audience: drinkers who approach it as a genuinely good non-alcoholic red tend to enjoy it, while drinkers who compare it directly to full-strength Barossa Shiraz will notice the gap. Approached on its own terms, it is a credible everyday red wine option.
Best served: 14 to 16 degrees Celsius alongside slow-cooked meats, grilled lamb, tomato-based pasta, or aged hard cheeses.
#2 Plus & Minus Rosé
Customer rating: 3.8/5 from 61 reviews
The Appearance
Pale salmon pink with a clean, bright colour that sits well in the glass. A consistent presentation across the bottles tasted.
The Nose
Aromas of strawberry and fresh berry fruit with a light body and a dry profile made in the popular European rosé style. The nose is approachable and recognisably rosé in character.
The Palate
Fresh ripe berry fruit on the palate with a dry finish and light body. The European rosé style that Plus & Minus has aimed for comes through clearly. There is no residual sweetness, which suits drinkers who want a genuinely dry rosé rather than something that reads as a pink fruit drink.
The Verdict
One of the better performers in the range and a consistent best seller on the Sans Drinks platform. The dry profile and light body make it versatile across a wide range of occasions, and the familiar rosé character means it works for guests who might be new to alcohol-free wine. The 3.8 rating reflects a broadly satisfied customer base with some variation depending on individual expectations.
Best served: 6 to 8 degrees Celsius, well chilled. Suits grilled seafood, light salads, soft cheeses, and outdoor entertaining.
#3 Plus & Minus Blanc de Blancs NV
Customer rating: 4.3/5 from 85 reviews
The Appearance
Pale gold with fine persistent bubbles. Pours well with a good head that settles naturally into a gentle effervescence.
The Nose
Fresh citrus, green apple, and a subtle yeasty note that gives the wine a genuine sparkling wine character rather than reading simply as carbonated grape juice. The nose is clean and appealing.
The Palate
Crisp and dry on the palate with citrus and light stone fruit carrying through to a clean, refreshing finish. The bubbles are persistent and the overall impression is of a wine that earns its Blanc de Blancs designation by actually delivering the style's characteristic freshness and precision.
The Verdict
The highest-reviewed bottle format in the still and Blanc de Blancs section of the range, and it is easy to understand why. The 4.3 rating from 85 reviews is one of the more reliable data points in the entire Plus & Minus lineup. This is the wine to reach for when you want something celebratory, something to serve as an aperitif, or something that will impress at a dinner where not everyone is drinking.
Best served: 6 to 8 degrees Celsius. Suits fresh oysters, canapés, soft cheeses, celebrations, and aperitif occasions.
#4 Plus & Minus Prosecco RTD Cans
Customer rating: 4.6/5 from 28 reviews
The Appearance
Available in can format, which changes the presentation context entirely. The can format is practical for outdoor drinking, picnics, beaches, and any occasion where a glass bottle is inconvenient or inappropriate.
The Nose
Light and fresh with pear and citrus notes that are characteristic of the Prosecco style. The canned format does not compromise the aromatics significantly when poured into a glass.
The Palate
Clean, light, and refreshing with fine bubbles and a dry finish. The Prosecco RTD can is perhaps the most versatile product in the entire range simply because the format suits so many different contexts. It is ready to drink, easy to transport, and consistently enjoyable.
The Verdict
The highest customer rating across all available Plus & Minus products at 4.6 from 28 reviews. The combination of a familiar, accessible sparkling style and the practical RTD can format explains the strong response. For beach days, picnics, casual entertaining, and any situation where you want something cold and bubbly without fuss, this is the obvious choice in the range.
Best served: Direct from a cold can, or poured over ice in a wide glass. Suits any casual outdoor or warm-weather occasion.
The Two Currently Sold-Out Wines Worth Knowing About
Plus & Minus Pinot Noir
Rated 3.4/5 from 53 reviews. Pinot Noir is one of the most demanding varieties to translate into a non-alcoholic format because its defining characteristics, silky texture, earthy complexity, and delicate red fruit, depend significantly on alcohol for structural support. The Plus & Minus version sits in the mid-range of customer satisfaction, which reflects the inherent challenge of the variety rather than a production failure. Worth trying when back in stock if you are specifically a Pinot Noir drinker exploring the alcohol-free category.
Plus & Minus Prosecco
Rated 4.8/5 from 40 reviews. The highest customer rating in the entire range. The bottled Prosecco has generated consistently strong feedback and its sold-out status reflects genuine demand rather than limited stocking. If you enjoy the RTD can version, the bottled Prosecco is worth getting on the waitlist for.
Is the Full Range Worth Buying?
The honest answer is that Plus & Minus is one of the more consistent and well-executed alcohol-free white wine and sparkling ranges available in Australia right now. The sparkling wines, the Blanc de Blancs, the Prosecco RTD cans, and the bottled Prosecco are the strongest performers and the most likely to satisfy across a wide range of drinkers.
The still reds are more variable and more dependent on individual expectations. Approached as genuinely good non-alcoholic red wines rather than as direct substitutes for full-strength expressions, the Shiraz in particular delivers honest varietal character at a price point that makes it practical for everyday drinking.
The addition of grape seed extract and the commitment to South Australian fruit with no artificial sweeteners gives the brand a credibility that goes beyond marketing language. These are wines made with a clear philosophy, and that philosophy comes through in the glass.
Who it suits:
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Drinkers who are new to alcohol-free wine and want an accessible, honest range to start with
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Regular non-alcoholic wine drinkers who want consistent, varietal-appropriate options at an everyday price
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Health-conscious drinkers who appreciate the antioxidant addition from grape seed extract
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Hosts who need a non-alcoholic wine option across multiple styles for different guests
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the antioxidant claim in Plus & Minus wine?
Plus & Minus adds grape seed extract during the winemaking process. Grape seed extract is naturally rich in polyphenolic antioxidants, the same class of compounds found in red wine that have been associated with various health benefits in research settings. The addition means Plus & Minus wines contain more antioxidants than most comparable non-alcoholic wines.
2. Are Plus & Minus wines completely alcohol free?
Yes. The entire range is produced at 0.0% ABV with full dealcoholisation. This makes them suitable for those who need to completely avoid alcohol for health, pregnancy, religious, or personal reasons.
3. Do Plus & Minus wines contain artificial sweeteners?
No. The brand explicitly uses no artificial sweeteners across the entire range, relying on natural grape character and winemaking technique to create the flavour profile of each wine.
4. Which Plus & Minus wine is best for beginners?
The Blanc de Blancs NV or the Prosecco RTD Cans are the most accessible entry points based on customer ratings. The Rosé is also a strong choice for someone who wants a familiar, approachable style. For red wine drinkers specifically, the Shiraz is the most straightforward starting point.
5. How do Plus & Minus wines compare to other non-alcoholic wines?
Plus & Minus sits at the accessible to mid-range end of the non-alcoholic wine market. The sparkling styles are competitive with most alternatives at a similar price point. The still wines are honest and varietal without matching the complexity of premium non-alcoholic options from producers like French Bloom or Next Destination. For everyday drinking at an everyday price, the range delivers reliable quality.
