Traces: Two lighter ‘lifestyle’ wines to strive – The Irish Occasions

Traces is a comparatively new wine model providing lighter, cleaner, naturally crafted wines. I’m not usually a fan of “lifestyle” wines, however these are well-made and pleasant wines that additionally went down properly with the 2 different tasters I enlisted.

According to the blurb, they’re “designed for consumers who want great taste, transparency and a feel-good drinking experience without compromise”. The wines are produced in HVE (Haute Valeur Environnementale) licensed vineyards in France, however usually are not natural. They are vegan-friendly. I tasted three wines, together with the 2 featured wines and a merlot. There can also be a 5.5% spritz. The others are 11% alcohol by quantity and have zero sugar, which implies they’ve comparatively low energy and are utterly dry. They characterize cheap worth in case you have a Tesco Clubcard.

Traces Sauvignon Blanc 2025, Vin de France

11%, 62kcal per 100ml. €15 (€12 with Tesco Clubcard)

Not essentially the most fragrant sauvignon, evenly herbaceous with straightforward apple and pear fruits and a dry end. Drink solo or with nibbles earlier than dinner, and with seafood dishes.

Traces Rosé 2025, Vin de France

11%, 62kcal per 100ml. €15 (€12 with Tesco Clubcard)

Aromas of rhubarb, with plump raspberry and purple cherry fruits, ending dry. A pleasant poolside wine, or with summery combined salads.