Light wines 10°-13° – Freshness and balance

Wines between 10° and 13° to combine pleasure, lightness and freshness. Perfect for light meals, aperitifs or tastings without excess.

Bourgogne Pinot Noir rouge 2020 - Domaine Francois Raquillet

Bourgogne Pinot Noir red 2020 - Domaine Francois Raquillet

12,5 % vol
AOC Bourgogne Pinot Noir

20,00 €

Mercurey La Brigadière blanc 2021 - Domaine Francois Raquillet

Mercurey La Brigadière white 2021 - Domaine Francois Raquillet

13 % vol
Mercurey PDO

31,00 €

Saint-Joseph blanc 2024 - Domaine Courbis

Saint-Joseph white 2024 - Domaine Courbis

12 % vol
AOC Saint-Joseph

28,00 €

Saint-Joseph "Les Royes" blanc 2023 - Domaine Courbis

Saint-Joseph "Les Royes" white 2023 - Domaine Courbis

12 % vol
AOC Saint-Joseph

39,90 €

Savigny-lès-Beaune rouge 2023 - Domaine Machard De Gramont

Savigny-lès-Beaune red 2023 - Domaine Machard De Gramont

13 % vol
AOP Savigny-lès-Beaune
0.75 L

24,90 €

IGP Ardèche Viognier blanc 2023 - Domaine Courbis

IGP Ardèche Viognier white 2023 - Domaine Courbis

13 % vol
IGP Ardèche

15,00 €

Cornas "Champelrose" rouge 2021 - Domaine Courbis

Cornas "Champelrose" red 2021 - Domaine Courbis

13 % vol
AOC Cornas

37,00 €

Saint-Aubin Premier Cru Les Murgers des dents de chien blanc 2021 - Domaine Larue

13 % vol
AOP Saint-Aubin Premier Cru Les Murgers des dents de chien
0.75 L

55,00 €

Saint-Aubin Premier Cru Sur le sentier du Clou rouge 2022 - Domaine Larue

13 % vol
AOP Saint-Aubin Premier Cru On the Clou Trail

35,00 €

Puligny-Montrachet Le Trézin blanc 2021 - Domaine Larue

Puligny-Montrachet Le Trézin white 2021 - Domaine Larue

13 % vol
Puligny-Montrachet PDO
0.75 L

55,00 €

Bourgogne Côte D'Or Pinot Noir rouge 2021 - Domaine Michel Bouzereau

Bourgogne Côte D'Or Pinot Noir red 2021 - Domaine Michel Bouzereau

12,5 % vol
AOP Bourgogne

35,00 €

Bourgogne Pinot Noir rouge 2021 - Domaine Larue

Burgundy Pinot Noir red 2021 - Domaine Larue

13 % vol
Burgundy PDO

18,90 €

Bourgogne Chardonnay blanc 2021 - Domaine Marc Colin

12 % vol
AOP Bourgogne Chardonnay

29,00 €

Bourgogne Côte D'Or Chardonnay blanc 2021 - Domaine Michel Bouzereau

Bourgogne Côte D'Or Chardonnay white 2021 - Domaine Michel Bouzereau

12,5 % vol
AOP Bourgogne

35,00 €

Bourgogne Aligoté blanc 2021 - Domaine Marc Colin

Bourgogne Aligoté white 2021 - Domaine Marc Colin

12 % vol
AOP Bourgogne Aligoté

20,00 €

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Light wines between 10° and 13°: balance and finesse

Wines with an alcohol content between 10% and 13% are increasingly appealing to wine lovers seeking balance, freshness, and lightness. Neither too strong nor too weak, these wines offer excellent drinkability while retaining aromatic richness. At Les Vins de Carole, we have selected wines that combine finesse, freshness, and immediate enjoyment, ideal for any occasion.

A range of styles and colors

Wines between 10° and 13° ABV cover a wide range of styles. You'll find crisp, floral whites like Muscadet, Sylvaner, or certain Chablis, as well as fresh rosés from Provence or the Loire Valley, perfect for summer. On the red side, Beaujolais, Gamay, Pinot Noir, and some Loire Valley wines also have moderate alcohol levels, while offering fruity and supple profiles. These wines are particularly suited to those who appreciate lightness without sacrificing aromatic complexity.

Suitable regions and grape varieties

Several French regions are renowned for producing naturally lower-alcohol wines thanks to their temperate climate: the Loire Valley, Alsace, Beaujolais, and certain areas of the Southwest. Grape varieties such as Chenin Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc, Gamay, and Pinot Noir are also well-suited to this style. These wines are often easier to digest, more approachable, and much appreciated with light meals or during extended tastings.

Light food and wine pairings: subtlety and freshness

Wines between 10° and 13° pair perfectly with fresh, seasonal cuisine: composed salads, grilled fish, white meats, savory tarts, roasted vegetables, mild cheeses... Their lightness and natural acidity make them excellent companions at the table. They are also ideal for brunch, a picnic, or a leisurely aperitif, without weighing down the palate.

Why choose a light wine?

Beyond the issue of moderation, wines with lower alcohol content are often easier to digest, appeal to a wider audience, and allow for a better appreciation of the subtlety of their aromas. They represent an excellent compromise between pleasure and balance, particularly for those who wish to savor wine in moderation without compromising quality.

Our selection at Les Vins de Carole

In this collection, we've gathered a diverse range of wines between 10° and 13° alcohol, all chosen for their authenticity, aromatic precision, and finesse. Many come from estates committed to organic or sustainable farming practices. Whether you're looking for a crisp white, a light red, or a refreshing rosé, you'll find something here to enrich your cellar with easy-drinking and charming wines.

Explore our selection and rediscover the pleasure of low-alcohol wines, synonymous with lightness, freshness and modernity.