NO1 Family Estate

NO1 Family Estate Cuvée Blanc de Blancs NV, Marlborough (Methode Traditionnelle)

Made from 100% Chardonnay and held on lees for 2 years - the bouquet has a distinctive, fine and precise aromas of autolysis with a core of fruit, white flowers and complexity. Dry, crisp and refreshing on the palate with layers of fruit and lees, integration, finesse and youth. Destined to age for several years to come, but also delicious today. Perhaps the perfect aperitif for Summer 202 and through 2024. 95 Points

NO1 Family Estate Assemblé NV, Marlborough (Methode Traditionnelle)

A classic blend of Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir and Meunier - presents aromas and flavours of white peaches and apples, pears and sweet lemon. A calm yet rounded and gently spicy leesy autolysis with a developing complexity. Dry, weighty, fruity, fleshy and leesy with fruit flavours that reflect the nose. Balanced and poised for more development in your cellar, but totally drinkable today and through 2024 as an aperitif or with cured salmon, charcutérie or cold chicken cuts. 94 Points

NO1 Family Estate Rosé NV, Marlborough (Methode Traditionnelle)

Made from Pinot Noir this bouquet shows off aromas of a fine, delicate, complex and enticing wine. Suggestions of Auckland rose and red cherry, pink apple skin and strawberry. Elegant and fine on the palate, no mistaking the energy of youth, acidity and freshness. The autolysis is at the core of the this wine with a line of sophistication and complexity. Lengthy finish with fruit flavours that reflects the bouquet. Drink now and through 2026+. 95 Points

Cameron Douglas