LARKSPUR, Calif. --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan 6, 2026--
O’Neill Vintners & Distillers ’ FitVine Wine, a leader in better-for-you wines, today announced the launch of FitVine Free. O’Neill, a Certified B Corp company, is the first to market with a functional verjus-based, non-alcoholic wine crafted from the ground up with purpose, flavor, and wellness in mind.
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Non-alcoholic wine shouldn’t feel like a compromise. FitVine Free was created for consumers who want to stay present, feel good, and still enjoy the ritual and flavor of wine, without the alcohol, added sugar, or excess calories.
While many non-alcoholic wines begin as fully fermented wine and then remove the alcohol, often stripping away character in the process, FitVine Free Winemaker Steven DeCosta takes a different approach. The wine is crafted from high-quality California verjus, an early-harvest grape juice prized for its natural vibrancy and freshness. Real fruit juice is layered in to deliver functional benefits, including electrolytes like potassium and magnesium to support hydration, finished with a bright, craveable flavor.
In its flagship Power Red, FitVine Free goes one step further with a subtle infusion of adaptogens, including ginseng, passionflower, and other botanicals traditionally associated with balance and resilience, thoughtfully crafted to complement an active, mindful lifestyle.
The result is a wine alternative that is crisp, balanced, and occasion-worthy. Each FitVine Free selection contains less than 0.5% ABV, no sugar added, and 35 calories or less per serving, making it an easy choice for weekday dinners, celebrations, and everything in between.
The FitVine Free lineup includes three distinct styles:
“ FitVine Free is proof that ‘better-for-you’ can still taste great,” said Founder and CEO, Jeff O’Neill. “We saw an opportunity to lead the category forward-not just with non-alcoholic wine, but with a functional option that delivers on flavor, quality, and nearly half the price of most other wines in this category.”
Product Highlights:
FitVine Free represents the next evolution of wine, one where flavor, function, and lifestyle align in a single glass. For more information or to shop FitVine Free, visit fitvinewine.com
About O’Neill Vintners & Distillers
O'Neill Vintners & Distillers, a Certified B Corporation, is a family-owned, vertically integrated wine and spirits company dedicated to crafting exceptional wines and spirits while setting a new standard for sustainability in the industry. Founded in 2004 by visionary Jeff O’Neill, the company has emerged as a true leader in environmental stewardship—proving that scale and sustainability can go hand in hand. O'Neill has earned some of the highest honors in the field, including B Corp Certification, Regenerative Organic Certified® status, and the prestigious Green Medal Leader Award from the California Wine Institute. These accolades reflect not only a deep commitment to regenerative farming and climate-smart practices, but also a bold vision for the future of wine and spirits. With winery estates in Sonoma and Paso Robles and a winery facility in Parlier, O’Neill’s diverse portfolio includes Ram’s Gate Winery, Robert Hall Winery, Line 39, Wines of Substance, FitVine Wine, Harken Chardonnay, Rabble Wine Company, Charles Woodson’s Intercept, No. 209 Gin, and BrandyLab. To learn more, visit www.ONeillWine.com.
Non-alcoholic FitVine Free wine with functional benefits, including adaptogens like ginseng and passionflower and electrolytes like potassium and magnesium, launches January 2026.
The NFL’s wild-card weekend features a rematch of the 2022 NFC championship game, two division rivals facing off, a team with a losing record playing a home game and four road favorites.
The defending Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles and their inconsistent offense are home against Brock Purdy, Christian McCaffrey and the injury-depleted San Francisco 49ers.
Philly ended Purdy’s impressive rookie season three years ago by knocking him out of the NFC title game in the first quarter and then forced him back in to hand off after giving backup Josh Johnson a concussion in a lopsided victory.
The Chicago Bears host the Green Bay Packers as the NFC North rivals meet for the third time in six weeks. They split the season series, each winning at home.
Bryce Young and the 8-9 Carolina Panthers take on Matthew Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams after backing into the playoffs. The Panthers upset the Rams in Carolina on Nov. 30.
The weekend’s other matchups include Bills-Jaguars, Chargers-Patriots and Texans-Steelers.
Pro Picks examines all the games with lines from BetMGM Sportsbook:
Line: Rams minus 10
The Panthers stunned the Rams 31-28 at home six weeks ago. Stafford threw two interceptions, including a pick-6. Young had one of his best games, going 15 of 20 for 206 yards, three TDs and no interceptions.
Los Angeles was in the race for the No. 1 seed in the NFC before consecutive losses to Seattle and Atlanta in Weeks 16 and 17 and fell to fifth. Carolina won its first NFC South title in 10 years when Atlanta beat New Orleans to eliminate Tampa Bay.
The No. 4 seed Panthers are the fifth team to reach the playoffs with a losing record. Those teams are 2-2, including a victory by Carolina’s 7-8-1 division championship team in 2014.
Road teams in the playoffs that have at least four wins more than their opponent are just 2-6 in those games. But these Rams are far superior to this Panthers team. Carolina has a minus-69 point differential, the fourth worst for a playoff team in NFL history.
Los Angeles was 12-5 against the spread, including 6-3 on the road. The Panthers were 10-7 ATS, 5-3 at home.
BEST BET: RAMS: 30-16
Line: Packers minus 1
The Packers beat the Bears 28-21 in Green Bay with Micah Parsons on Dec. 7. Without Parsons at Soldier Field just 13 days later, they led Chicago 13-3 in the fourth quarter before Caleb Williams threw a tying TD pass in the final minute and a game-winner in overtime.
The Bears finished the season with consecutive losses, including at home to Detroit in Week 18, but still earned the NFC’s No. 2 seed because the Eagles rested their starters and lost their final game.
The Packers finished the regular season with four consecutive losses and were locked into the No. 7 seed going into the last game. They rested starters, including Jordan Love, who hasn’t played since a helmet-to-helmet hit in the second meeting against Chicago.
Bears first-year coach Ben Johnson helped Williams develop in his second season and Chicago is in the playoffs for the first time in five years.
Packers coach Matt LaFleur has led the team to the playoffs six times in seven seasons.
The Packers are 11-3 ATS in their past 14 games vs. Chicago, but they’re just 2-9 ATS in their past 11 road games.
The Bears are 10-5 ATS in their past 15 games, but have won just two of their past 16 home games against Green Bay.
The Packers’ Super Bowl hopes ended when Parsons went down.
UPSET SPECIAL: BEARS: 27-24
Line: Bills minus 1
Josh Allen and the Bills didn’t win the AFC East after a five-year run so now they have to take the road route as the No. 6 seed. Buffalo’s Super Bowl hopes have been dashed by Kansas City four times in the past five years. But they don’t have to worry about Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs this time.
NFL rushing champion James Cook takes some pressure off Allen, the reigning NFL MVP who is still seeking a Super Bowl appearance. Cook is facing the NFL’s best run defense. The Jaguars allowed 85.6 yards per game and no running back got 75 yards against them.
Rookie coach Liam Coen led an impressive nine-win turnaround in Jacksonville, helping Trevor Lawrence have his best season. The underrated Jaguars don’t get the attention they deserve but this team beat No. 1 seed Denver on the road in Week 16 and closed with eight straight wins. Lawrence is facing the NFL’s No. 1 pass defense but the Bills were 28th against the run.
If the game comes down to a long field goal, the advantage goes to the Jaguars. Cam Little set the NFL record with a 68-yarder earlier in the season, made a 67-yarder in Week 18 and nailed one from 70 in the preseason.
Buffalo is 0-2 in the playoffs against Jacksonville.
BILLS: 26-23
Line: Eagles minus 4 1/2
The 49ers missed an opportunity to get the No. 1 seed and a bye when they lost to Seattle 13-3. This season might have been coach Kyle Shanahan’s best season. The Niners lost their two best players on defense, Nick Bosa and Fred Warner, to season-ending injuries. Purdy missed eight games and their group of wide receivers was decimated by injuries. McCaffrey led the offense with an all-everything season. Defensive coordinator Robert Saleh held his unit together but now they’ve lost linebacker Tatum Bethune for the rest of the season with a groin injury. Star left tackle Trent Williams (hamstring) and wideout Ricky Pearsall (knee, ankle) will be evaluated later this week to determine whether they can return after missing Week 18.
It’s a tough task going to Philadelphia to face a rested team. The Eagles sat many of their starters and missed an opportunity to get the No. 2 seed. Jalen Hurts, Saquon Barkley, A.J. Brown and the rest of Philadelphia’s star-studded offense were inconsistent under first-year coordinator Kevin Patullo. But Vic Fangio’s defense is one of the league’s best.
EAGLES: 24-20
Line: Patriots minus 3 1/2
Despite a depleted offensive line, Justin Herbert got the Chargers to this point. Now, he’s seeking his first career playoff win in six years. He’s got a defense that can help him get there. Coordinator Jesse Minter’s unit ranked fifth this season. Edge rushers Khalil Mack and rookie Tuli Tuipulotu and hybrid safety Derwin James are standouts. It’s going to be a big challenge for Drake Maye in his first playoff game.
Patriots coach Mike Vrabel knows how to win big games. So does Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh. Home-field advantage is a big factor in this one. The Chargers were 9-8 ATS, but 4-1 as underdogs this season. New England was 12-5 ATS.
PATRIOTS: 22-21
Line: Texans minus 3
Texans coach DeMeco Ryans and quarterback C.J. Stroud have made the playoffs in each of their three years together in Houston, overcoming an 0-3 start this season. The NFL’s No. 1 defense led by Will Anderson Jr., Danielle Hunter, Derek Stingley Jr. and Jalen Pitre makes the Texans a Super Bowl contender despite a No. 5 seed. That’s why they’re a road favorite.
The Steelers won the AFC North when Baltimore’s Tyler Loop missed a 44-yard field-goal attempt wide right. Aaron Rodgers was in vintage form in the fourth quarter to lead Pittsburgh without DK Metcalf. T.J. Watt came back and instantly made an impact.
Houston has never won a playoff game on the road, going 0-5. Pittsburgh has lost six straight playoff games but the Steelers have won 23 consecutive home games on Monday night since 1991.
TEXANS: 23-16
Last week: Straight up: 8-8. Against spread: 9-7.
Overall: Straight up: 184-87-1. Against spread: 143-121-8.
Prime time: Straight up: 32-25-1. Against spread: 26-32.
Best Bet: Straight up: 12-6. Against spread: 8-9-1.
Upset Special: Straight up: 13-5. Against spread: 14-4.
Pro Picks is a weekly column where AP Pro Football Writer Rob Maaddi shares his picks for upcoming games. For all previous Pro Picks, head here.
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Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) walks off the field after an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud (7) walks off the field following an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts in Houston, Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
Buffalo Bills' Josh Allen pauses during a news conference after an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025, in Buffalo, N.Y. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)
