Israeli dealcoholization technology powers best non-alcoholic wine award in US competition
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- Israeli dealcoholization technology, SOLOS from Prodalim Group, was used to create the best non-alcoholic wine at the USA TODAY's 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards.
- Austrian winery Heribert Bayer's Zeronimo wine won the award using Prodalim's technology to remove alcohol while preserving aroma and flavor.
- Prodalim is expanding its non-alcoholic beverage operations globally, including in Europe and the US, reflecting growing industry investment in the sector.
Israeli beverage technology has achieved international recognition after an Austrian wine brand, Zeronimo, was named the best non-alcoholic wine in the 2026 USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. The winning wine utilizes SOLOS technology developed by Israel's Prodalim Group, a company specializing in dealcoholization and aroma-recovery processes.
The prestigious win in the United States is recognition of our vision of producing high-quality alcohol-free wines without compromising on quality.
Zeronimo, produced by the Austrian winery Heribert Bayer, uses Prodalim's SOLOS technology to remove alcohol from wine without compromising its aroma and flavor profile. This innovation addresses a key challenge in the non-alcoholic wine industry, where preserving the sensory qualities of traditional wine has been difficult.
Prodalim CEO Tzachi Barak expressed pride in the award, stating it validates the company's vision for producing high-quality alcohol-free wines. He emphasized the significant investment in technology and expertise to prove that alcohol-free options can maintain the original character of the wine. The recognition from American consumers and experts is seen as a major step forward for the entire non-alcoholic beverage category.
We invested significant technological resources and expertise in our production facilities to prove that it is possible to produce alcohol-free wine while preserving the original aromas of the wine.
The award coincides with Prodalim's strategic expansion of its alcohol-free operations worldwide. The company has established dealcoholization capabilities in Europe and the US, including a facility in Valencia, Spain, and operations in the American market. This growth mirrors a broader trend of increased investment in the rapidly expanding no- and low-alcohol beverage sector.
Recognition from American consumers and experts is a source of great pride for Prodalim and an important step forward for the entire category.
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