Monday, February 16, 2026

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW): Episode 309 - Decoding Non-Alcoholic Wine with Rachel Martin

Hosts Kim Simone and Mark Lenzi explore all things wine with you!

Decoding Non-Alcoholic Wine with Rachel Martin 

Get ready for groundbreaking wine education on The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW) as Kim and Mark host Rachel Martin, the visionary Founder and CEO of Oceano Wines ( www.oceanowines.com ) and Co-founder of the AFNA Wine Certification Program (Alcohol-Free Non-Alcoholic).

In this can't-miss episode, Rachel uncorks the secrets behind this trending wine style and the professional knowledge powering its growth. She shares her deep wine background and guides listeners on the proper way to refer to non-alcoholic wines.


The conversation centers on her brand, Oceano 0, which is making waves as one of the first U.S. non-alcoholic wines made with a true sense of place and vintage dated. You'll get the scoop on:
  • The intricate process to make non-alcoholic wines, including the advanced techniques that preserve quality.
  • An in-depth look at the use of additives, with a specific focus on Velcorin (dimethyl dicarbonate) for microbial control.
  • Costs, shelf life, storage, and aging potential of non-alcoholic wines.
  • The specifics of carbonated n/a wines.
  • Crucial FDA and TTB label information for the category.
  • Fascinating stories and trends in the n/a world.
  • Details on the AFNA Wine Education Program, the first-of-its-kind credential for beverage professionals.
  • How and where you can get your hands on the Oceano 0 wines.
Rachel is here to prove that removing the alcohol doesn't mean sacrificing a wine's complexity or its compelling story.

Cheers, 

Kim and Mark 

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Episode 309-Decoding Non-Alcoholic Wine With Rachel Martin by The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)