Methode Marlborough

Nine Marlborough New Zealand wineries - committed to producing premium Methode Traditionelle wines. Each true to region & estate style.

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Spring heralds the start of the growing season in Marlborough. Chardonnay vines are the first to kick off, and are now showing vibrant growth, with Pinot Noir vines soon to follow. We love this shot of Spring in the vineyard.

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At 11:59 tonight, New Zealand enters Level 4 of our COVID-19 alert system with the aim to eliminate any further spread of coronavirus.⁠
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Acting fast and hard will minimise the longterm impact on our community and economy. Let's fully commit to self … https://t.co/dVnJrezCaF

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Sabrage is a method of opening bottles of sparkling wine typically reserved for ceremonies and other special occasions. It is highly theatrical and surprisingly easy (once practiced a few times!). The pressure released from the bottle at time of opening … https://t.co/mZEkLP9Dyn

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"There's a story behind every bottle of premium bubbles. It's a tale of precision planting, harvesting, squeezing, adding and all-important waiting." Read the full article from master of wine Bob Campbell in this months Air New Zealand in flight magazine… https://t.co/vIz434Fw6A

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We asked Adele Le Brun of @no1familyestate about a defining moment in her life tasting méthode.⁠
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"Decades ago Placido Domingo was performing his first concert in Auckland," shares Adele. "My friends and I settled ourselves on the grassy stadium slo… https://t.co/JnMO3bYpwA

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Rule #1 - Drink what YOU like.⁠
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That said... when an accolade this good comes to light, it would be silly to ignore the advice! To secure your bottle, head over to the @nautilusestate website.⁠
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"If Nautilus winemaker Clive Jones' initials were CG… https://t.co/apLdwBC7Oq

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There are few sayings better than 'don't judge a book by its cover' but it's funny how quickly we forget that as we stand in a wine shop narrowing down our evening selection! ⁠
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Marketing is cunning, labels inspire a reaction, and colours influence … https://t.co/jKzzSAZMpm

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Grapes destined for sparkling wine production are typically the first to be picked as they are harvested at a lower sugar level than still wines. Determining when to pick can be a somewhat tricky process as there is some 'crystal ball gazing' to be done!… https://t.co/ZCRfZOCUo7

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The depth of quality, skill, and wine styles from the Marlborough region is still widely unknown. We're enjoying educating visitors one glass of sparkling wine at a time!⁠
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Respected Australian sommelier Bhatia Dheerja discovered "Marlborough wine p… https://t.co/cjOdtKwnAj

[Methode Marlborough @MethodeMarlb]

Does the simple act of selecting a wine glass cause you to break into a sweat?! ⁠
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Fear not, sparkling wine is actually pretty forgiving! Our recommendation is a medium sized glass with a tapered shape.
The finer details: A tulip shape works very w… https://t.co/rc4QDYqctN

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Last month @nzwineeurope hosted their NZ in a Glass tastings in three key markets. Their London event was a roaring success welcoming wine industry colleagues from across the UK. ⁠
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Chef and wine writer @rogerjoneslittlebedwyn shared in a recent The… https://t.co/WelDTB7y94

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Occasionally, rules AREN'T meant to be broken. Don't forget to grab a bottle of Méthode Marlborough on your way home tonight! ⁠
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Happy Valentines Day to all our friends... single, married or otherwise! Today is a great excuse to enjoy a glass of the… https://t.co/yumB2eWQRq

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In 1988, Pernod Ricard Winemakers took the opportunity to form a business partnership with the prestigious house of @champagnedeutz . It was a time when Marlborough was still in its infancy of producing wine. Winemaker Laura-Kate Morgan says "We married … https://t.co/ezR2wLKIhd

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Have you secured your ticket to the Marlborough Wine and Food Festival? With EIGHT Méthode Marlborough wineries pouring the good stuff, it is an event not to be missed. ⁠
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Easily find us in the crowd by spotting our branded golden flags! ⁠
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The VIP… https://t.co/oquz4E2SCf

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"It was for our mom, Catherine Cecilia Scott," says Josh Scott @allanscottwines of their Cecilia méthode traditionnelle. "She loves bubbles so dad always said we should make one. We finally did in 1998 and have never looked back. Marlborough has a long h… https://t.co/kxSjtMYul1

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Although the sound of a popping cork can bring a smile to the face it is not the 'correct' method of opening a bottle of sparkling wine. The louder the pop, the more CO2 you are releasing (which is the all important sparkle!).⁠
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The sound you should… https://t.co/e0nGWWB3JX

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Summer is the height of wedding season. Let Méthode Marlborough elevate your occassion with New Zealand's finest sparkling wine. ⁠
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Head over to our website to explore our portfolio of member wines. Just click the link in our bio!⁠
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📷 from @toh… https://t.co/cj6CXeVthK

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How's your New Years resolution coming? It's not too late to amend your goal to something more achievable... and definately more enjoyable! Drink less but drink better is the motto here at Méthode Marlborough.⁠
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Lola appears to have chosen Miru Mir… https://t.co/0Bc0Q4ijTY

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"I have recently discovered lemon posset goes incredibly well with our No.1 Cuvée," shares Adele Le Brun, owner of @no1familyestate . "I like it very lemony and topped with three raspberries to be precise!"⁠
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Click on the link in our bio ☝️ for the … https://t.co/adXvLpnKSo

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We asked members to share a moment that fuelled their interest for producing exemplary Méthode Marlborough. Here is what winemaker Matt Ward said: ⁠
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The Wither Hills winemaking team have long had the tradition of a Champagne tasting in the lead up … https://t.co/yuRegMxxyj