NZ
Australia
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95 Points
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19 Points
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96 Points
Made by sparkling wine legend Daniel Le Brun. This sparkling rosé has garnered multiple accolades, including a Gold Medal at the Decanter World Wine Awards 2022 and the title of Best New Zealand Sparkling Wine at the Champagne & Sparkling Wine World Championships 2022.
Delicate salmon-pink with a mass of tiny bubbles.
So rounded, complete & harmonious - most Champagnes can't stand up to this exquisite New Zealand Method.
Gold - Decanter World Wine Awards
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Description
The No.1 Rosé Brut NV is a refined sparkling wine that captivates with its delicate salmon-pink hue and a fine, persistent mousse. On the nose, it offers a bouquet of red cherry, wild strawberry, acacia flower, and brioche notes. The palate is dry and elegant, with a creamy texture and a long, savory finish. This wine is a testament to the expertise of winemaker Daniel Le Brun, who brings decades of experience to the craft.
Critics have lauded this sparkling rosé for its complexity and finesse. Emma Jenkins MW awarded it 95 points, describing it as "a sophisticated fizz with red cherry, wild strawberry, acacia flower, and brioche notes," highlighting its rich and textural profile with a long savory finish. Cameron Douglas MS also rated it 95+, noting its "charm and complexity from a floral outline" and "freshness and complexity," emphasizing its robust mousse and silky textures.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Aroma:Red Fruits, Roses, Strawberry
Palate:Brioche, Floral, Strawberry
Food Pairings:
Asian
Cheese
Fish
Description
The No.1 Rosé Brut NV is a refined sparkling wine that captivates with its delicate salmon-pink hue and a fine, persistent mousse. On the nose, it offers a bouquet of red cherry, wild strawberry, acacia flower, and brioche notes. The palate is dry and elegant, with a creamy texture and a long, savory finish. This wine is a testament to the expertise of winemaker Daniel Le Brun, who brings decades of experience to the craft.
Critics have lauded this sparkling rosé for its complexity and finesse. Emma Jenkins MW awarded it 95 points, describing it as "a sophisticated fizz with red cherry, wild strawberry, acacia flower, and brioche notes," highlighting its rich and textural profile with a long savory finish. Cameron Douglas MS also rated it 95+, noting its "charm and complexity from a floral outline" and "freshness and complexity," emphasizing its robust mousse and silky textures.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Aroma:
Red Fruits, Roses, Strawberry
Palate:
Brioche, Floral, Strawberry
Food Pairings:
Asian
Cheese
Fish
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Red Fruits, Roses, Strawberry
Brioche, Floral, Strawberry
Asian
Cheese
Fish