2023, we’ve arrived! And we’re bringing with us some big goals. Whether you’re hoping to read more books, take a step toward your dream career, or spend more time with your family, we all have aspirations as we begin a new year with a fresh slate. And if one of your hopes and dreams is to lose weight and feel the best you’ve ever felt, we’re here to help!
It’s no secret that too much wine isn’t exactly going to help us work toward our New Year’s resolution to fit into those old jeans. But that doesn’t mean you have to quit cold turkey! (After all, cutting out wine doesn’t make you live longer, it just makes every day *feel* a little longer, can we get an amen?!) Here’s a cheat sheet to help you drink smarter this year. Two things to consider when choosing your wine are the calories per serving, as well as the calories specifically from sugar.
Light Alcohol Sweet Whites
Examples: Riesling, Veltiner, Chenin Blanc, Muscat
ABV: 9-11%
Calories per 6 oz serving: 111-147
Sugar calories per serving: about 40
High Alcohol Sweet Whites
Examples: Silvaner, Malvasia
ABV: 9-12%
Calories per 6 oz serving: 177-213
Sugar calories per serving: about 70
Light Alcohol Dry Whites
Examples: Pinot Gris/Grigio, Pinot Blanc, Vermentino
ABV: 9-12%
Calories per 6 oz serving: 107-143
Sugar calories per serving: about 0-20
High Alcohol Dry Whites
Examples: Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier
ABV: 12-14%
Calories per 6 oz serving: 153-173
Sugar calories per serving: about 0-13
Light Alcohol Reds
Examples: Pinot Noir, Sangiovese, Barbera (any dry red with less than 13.5% ABV)
ABV: 11-13.5%
Calories per 6 oz serving: 135-165
Sugar calories per serving: about 0-4
High Alcohol Reds
Examples: Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah (any dry red with more than 13.5% ABV)
ABV: 13.5-16%
Calories per 6 oz serving: 165-195
Sugar calories per serving: about 0-4
Sparkling Wines
Examples: Most Sparkling Wines with a “Brut” rating
ABV: 12.5%
Calories per 6 oz serving: 158
Sugar calories per serving: about 8.5
Sweet Dessert Wines
Examples: Port, Sherry, Sauternes
ABV: 14-21%
Calories per 6 oz serving: 189-275
Sugar calories per serving: about 106-150
We hope you’ll always keep in mind that everything in moderation is a good thing–life is too short to not drink good wine!
Cheers,
Natalie