Is Wine Gluten-Free?

Most wine is made from fermented grapes, which are naturally gluten-free. But processing methods can sometimes complicate things.

✅When Wine Is Gluten-Free (Which Is Most of the Time)

• Red, white, rosé, sparkling, and dessert wines made with traditional methods rarely contain gluten.
  
  
• Wine is not brewed with wheat, barley, or rye (unlike beer), so gluten isn’t part of the base ingredients.
  
  

⚠️ When Gluten Might Sneak In

• Some winemakers use wheat paste to seal barrels, rare  but possible.
  
  
• Others may use fining agents (used to clarify the wine) derived from wheat-based products.
  
  
• Flavored wines, wine coolers, or wine-based cocktails may contain gluten-containing additives or flavorings.
  
  

If you’re highly sensitive to gluten (or have celiac disease), look for wines labeled “gluten-free” or contact the producer to be safe.

What Really Matters More Than Gluten in Wine?

If you’re focusing on improving your diet and lifestyle, whether wine is gluten-free may not be the most important question. Instead, consider:

A GoCoCo Perspective

At GoCoco, we care less about “free-from” labels and more about long-term, realistic health habits. 

That means enjoying wine if you choose to, but not relying on it for relaxation or routine, prioritizing balanced meals rich in whole grains, vegetables, legumes, and healthy fats and focusing on what you can include in your day,not just what you’re cutting out.

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