Interview With A Winemaker – Jennifer Muir

Wine isn’t just made, it’s crafted by the unwavering expertise of a Winemaker, sometimes old traditions are passed down by generations and on other occasions, new people venture into the industry, introducing us to new creations, this series of Winemaker Interviews will help you uncover the vast world and skills of how the artists passionate…

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New Zealand Kiwi Fizz Cocktail

Welcome to New Zealand, settle down, relax and prepare to enjoy a New Zealand inspired Fizz Cocktail along with a couple of interesting facts you may not have known. First sighted by the Dutch explorer Abel Tasman, the country was later mapped by James Cook. The famous New Zealand Haka is performed to display a…

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No.1 Family Estate: Cuvée Virginie 2006

Cuvée Virginie is blended from 50% Pinot Noir and 50% Chardonnay and crafted especially by Daniel as a proud tribute to his daughter Virginie. Almost four years on lees has produced a Methode Champenoise displaying many dimensions, it is well-rounded and has good yeast autolysis, a hallmark of this winemaker’s well-known style. Tasting Notes: “Pale…

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No.1 Family Estate: Cuvée Remy 2007

No.1 Family Estate: Cuvée Remy 2007

Founder/Winemaker Daniel Le Brun created this ultimate cuvée in honour of his son, Remy Le Brun.  It was officially released in January 2010 on his 21st birthday. The wine is a blend of 80% Pinot Noir, giving structure and power and 20% Chardonnay which contributes richness and finesse. Tasting Notes: This Vintage wine (2007) has…

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No.1 Family Estate: Cuvée Adele

No.1 Family Estate: Cuvée Adele

Pioneering Methode Traditionelle maker, Daniel Le Brun produces a vintage cuvee in only those years he considers to be outstanding in quality. Cuvée Adele is blended from hand-picked grapes which are whole bunch pressed, blended from 80% Chardonnay and 20% Pinot Noir, and crafted especially by Daniel as a proud tribute to his wife Adele.…

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No.1 Family Estate: No.1 Cuvée

Released in 1999, No.1 Cuvée was the first wine ever produced at the No.1 Family Estate and is now one of New Zealands most highly regarded Methode Traditionelle wines. Since it’s release it has gained recognition throughout New Zealand and the international market, winning numerous trophies (including IWSC and Winestate), gold medals and five star awards. Winemaker: Daniel…

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No. 1 Family Estate, New Zealand

No. 1 Family Estate

No. 1 Family Estate Winery is wholly family-owned wine producing business located in the vineyards of Marlborough, New Zealand. Daniel Le Brun originally launched the winery in 1997, along with his wife Adele and their two children, Virginie and Remy. Using state-of-the-art equpment imported from Champagne, the estate prides itself on producing wines using methode…

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