The Only New Zealand Winery Exclusively Producing Methode Traditionelle Wines

No.1 Family Estate, a Boutique Sparkling Wine Specialist in the Heart of the Marlborough

No.1 Family Wine Estate is a specialist and boutique winery founded by Adele and Daniel Le Brun. They specialize in New Zealand sparkling wines crafting all bottles with the Traditional sparkling wine method. They are the only winery in New Zealand committed exclusively to producing premium Méthode Traditionelle wine. The award-winning winemaker has created wines that rival the best in the world using methods perfected over twelve generations by his family in Champagne. Daniel and Adele established the estate in 1997, and it was their second venture in New Zealand. Adele looks after the business and marketing affairs while Daniel is the chief winemaker. Their son, Remy, and daughter, Virginie, are also a part of the company and actively work to make the winery the best in the world. No.1 Family Estate has won numerous awards and accolades for their wines. Daniel received the National Order of Merit, France’s most valuable non-military award, for his services to New Zealand-France relations and agriculture.

Since 2009, No.1 Family Estate vineyards have a sustainability certificate as they craft sparkling wines while protecting the environment.

Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier Cultivated for their Sparkling Wines

The main grapes grown include all traditional Champagne grape varieties, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier. Their wines age wonderfully supple and possess a fresh and crisp taste.

The Journey from France to New Zealand to Establish a Winery

Daniel of No.1 Family Estate wanted to make the best Methode Traditionelle wines in the world. After visiting New Zealand, he bought land in Wairau Valley town of Renwick. He thought that the Marlborough could rival the gifted Champagne region of France with their unique soils and climate. Their vineyard is located in the Wairau River bed area and has ideal soils, temperature, and rainfall that makes it perfect for vine cultivation. Since 2009, their vineyards have a sustainability certificate, and they work to protect the environment.

Location

169 Rapaura Road, Rd3, Blenheim, Marlborough, 7273, New Zealand

Spoken Languages:

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Wine types:

  • Red Wine
  • White Wine
  • Rose Wine
  • Sparkling Wine
  • Sweet Wine
  • Fortified Wine
  • Spirits

Grape varieties:

Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier

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Frequently Asked Questions about No.1 Family Estate

Where is No.1 Family Estate located?

No.1 Family Estate is located in Wairau Valley, New Zealand

What type of wines does No.1 Family Estate produce?

No.1 Family Estate produces Red Wine, White Wine, Rose Wine, Sparkling Wine, Sweet Wine, Fortified Wine, Spirits.

What grape varieties do they plant at No.1 Family Estate?

At No.1 Family Estate, they cultivate Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier.

What languages do they speak at the No.1 Family Estate?

At No.1 Family Estate they speak English.

Do they produce organic wines at No.1 Family Estate?

No, No.1 Family Estate is not an organic wine producer.

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