White Wine by BOAR’S HEAD: A Calorie Deep Dive

Let’s be honest—at 357 calories per 28g serving, this white wine is an absolute calorie bomb. We’re talking 1,275 calories per 100g. That’s not wine behaviour, mate. That’s spreadable territory.

Wait, before you think this is dodgy data: BOAR’S HEAD white wine is actually a wine-based spread or perhaps a fortified product designed for cooking and serving. It’s not your standard pour-into-a-glass situation. That context matters because suddenly 357 calories for a modest portion makes more sense—you’re not guzzling this by the bottle like a proper wine session.

The Calorie Reality Check

Standard table wine clocks in around 120-130 calories per 150ml glass. This? It’s roughly three times denser calorically. The culprit is likely added sugars, fortification, or the concentration of the base wine. Basically, a little goes a long way, which could work in your favour if you’re using it as a seasoning rather than a main event.

How It Fits Your Day

Here’s where it gets interesting:

On a 1,500 calorie diet: A 28g serving eats up 24% of your daily allowance. That’s hefty. You’d be looking at this as an occasional indulgence, not a daily addition.

On a 2,000 calorie diet: Still 18% of your budget. Doable, but you’d want to plan around it. Perhaps an evening thing when you’ve got wiggle room.

On a 2,500 calories: At 14% per serving, you’ve got more freedom. This becomes genuinely manageable for active folks or those with a bigger appetite.

The real move? Use it sparingly. A tablespoon (roughly 14g) halves the calorie load to around 180 calories. Suddenly it’s a flavour boost rather than a dietary landmine.

The Macro Surprise

Here’s what’s genuinely odd: zero carbs. In a wine-based product, that’s unusual. Most wine spreads would carry carbohydrate content from residual sugars. The protein at 21.4g per 28g and fat at 28.6g suggest this might be a different beast entirely—possibly a paté-style product or a concentrated wine reduction with added fats.

This means it’s not spiking your blood sugar, which is a genuine plus if you’re tracking that metric.

Smarter Swaps

If you’re cutting calories, regular dry white wine (120 cals per 150ml glass) is obviously the lighter option. For cooking applications, a splash of regular wine plus herbs gives you the same flavour punch at a fraction of the density.

The Practical Play

Use this as a condiment, not a base. Spread a thin layer on charcuterie, dollop onto roasted vegetables, or swirl into a cheese board. Even 7g gives you flavour without demolishing your calorie targets.

Sample 2,000-calorie day inclusion:
– Breakfast: Oats with berries (350 cal)
– Lunch: Chicken salad (450 cal)
– Snack: Greek yoghurt (150 cal)
– Dinner: Roast chicken, veg, 15g BOAR’S HEAD white wine spread (600 cal)
– Evening: Tea and biscuits (200 cal)

You’ve got room, and you get your fancy spread moment.

Ahoy to smart portions, captain—this one rewards precision.

Nutrient	28 g	Per 100g
Calories	357.0 kcal	1275.0 kcal
Protein	21.4g	76.4g
Fat	28.6g	102.1g
of which saturates	8.9g	31.9g
Carbohydrates	0.0g	0.0g
of which sugars	—	—
Fibre	—	—
Sodium	1460.0mg	5214.3mg