A Single Glass Of Red Wine Has How Much Sugar Exactly?

Fruity alcoholic drinks are a common culprit for those watching their sugar intake, and the amount of sugar in a glass of red wine depends on what type you order.

A sweet wine must have more than 30 grams of sugar per liter. As wine is made from grapes with natural sugar, it’s still safe for those looking to avoid added sugar.

Red wine fans wishing to cut all sugar will be happy to know that dry options like merlot and shiraz tend to have the lowest sugar content, often less than 1 gram per 5 ounces.

In wine parlance, dry usually refers to grapes fermented longer, giving yeast more time to consume sugar and convert it to alcohol. This leaves the wine with a less sweet flavor.