Wes Pearson

Wes Pearson, a senior research scientist at the Australian Wine Research Institute, dives into the world of non-alcoholic wines. He explains how removing alcohol alters flavor and aroma, often leading to bitter or overly sweet outcomes. Wes discusses why low-alcohol beers perform better and identifies which wines adapt best, like whites and sparkling varieties. He also shares the challenges winemakers face in innovating de-alcoholized options, all while offering intriguing alternatives like sparkling teas and kombuchas to satisfy adult palates.