A Guide to Exploring Black Box Wines' Sweetness Scale

Luscious flavors, smooth textures, and a delightful finish. These three key traits of sweet wines make them a perfect pairing for summer. Whether you’re a fan of crisp, semi-sweet whites or rich, dessert-style reds, understanding the sweetness level of different wines will help you find a match for your palate. In this guide we’ll explore what makes a wine sweet, how the sweetness of wine is measured, and teach you the sweetness scale of the Black Box portfolio.

What makes a wine sweet?

Wine sweetness comes from residual sugar (RS) which are the natural grape sugars left after fermentation. The more residual sugar, the sweeter the wine. However, sweetness perception is also influenced by acidity, tannins, and alcohol levels.

Understanding The Sweetness Categories

Now that you know what makes a wine sweet, let's take a closer look at how the RS (residual sugar) level applies to the varietal of the wine. Wine sweetness can be categorized into 5 different categories, which are:

1

BONE DRY

0-1 G/L RS

No Perceptible Sweetness

2

DRY

1-10 G/L RS

Slightly Fruity, But Not Sweet

3

OFF-DRY

10-30 G/L RS

Noticeable Sweetness, Still Refreshing

4

SWEET

30-100 G/L RS

Lush And Rich, Great With Desserts

5

VERY SWEET

100+ G/L RS

Intensely Sweet, Often Used For Dessert Wines

The Black Box Sweetness Scale

Black Box Wines are expertly crafted to strike the perfect balance of flavor, body, and drinkability. To help you find your ideal pour, we’ve categorized each wine’s sweetness level—ranked from driest to sweetest. Our 1–5 scale also takes into account the full taste experience, including acidity, tannins, and alcohol content, so you get a well-rounded understanding of what each wine brings to the glass.

BONE DRY

9.0 g/L RS

6.0 g/L RS

DRY

8.0 g/L RS

6.8 g/L RS

8.0 g/L RS

2.8 g/L RS

OFF-DRY

15.0 g/L RS

Black Box Lower Calorie Chardonnay is Off-Dry

18.0 g/L RS

Black Box Lower Caloie Pinot Grigio is Off-Dry

15.0 g/L RS

Black Box 80 Calories Sauvignon Blanc is Off-Dry

11.0 g/L RS

5.5 g/L RS

SWEET

52.0 g/L RS

Black Box Tart & Tangy Sauv Blanc is Sweet

32.0 g/L RS

Sweet Black Box Wines To Try

Put your knowledge to the test and try these Black Box wines, varying from a hint of sweetness to a palate full of sweetness.

Soft and approachable with luscious aromas of red fruit.

Try the Sweet Tart & Tangy Sauvignon Blanc

Tangy and bright with bold notes of grapefruit and lemon-lime.

Light and refreshing, with a delicate fruity sweetness.

Food Pairings with Sweet Wines

Bringing some balance to your sweet wine of choice will enhance the flavors and provide a well-rounded profile in every sip. Try these simple, classic pairings.

Black Box Sweet Dolce pairs with spicy dishes and pasta

Spicy Dishes and Pasta pair well with Black Box Sweet Dolce Red Blend

Spicy dishes, pasta with red sauce

Seafood and Indian Cuisine pair well with Black Box tart & Tangy Sauv Blanc

Seafood, Indian cuisine

Black Box tart & Tangy Sauv Blanc pairs with seafood and Indian cuisine

Cheeses

Find Your Sweet Black Box Wine

Ready to put your knowledge to the test? Use the Black Box Sweetness Scale to explore different varietals to find your next sweet wine. Whether you prefer the crisp sweetness of Pinot Grigio or the soft fruitiness of Dolce, Black Box Wines offers a variety of options for every palate.

Explore the Sweet Side

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