The Shout Magazine (New Zealand)

Graham Norton makes wine in Marlborough

Graham Norton has joined Invivo Wines’ co-founders Tim Lightbourne and Rob Cameron in Marlborough, to experience the winemaking process firsthand.

Norton visited Awatere Valley, getting hands-on with grape-picking, tasting juice samples, and assessing fruit quality to craft the 12th vintage of his GN Sauvignon Blanc.

“New Zealand produces some of the world’s best Sauvignon Blanc, in my opinion,” says Norton.

“It’s incredible to think that what began as a small, limited-edition run of GN New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc has grown into a global brand.

“I don’t just put my name to the wines – I’m involved in the process, which makes being here in this stunning region for harvest all the more special.”

The long-standing partnership between Graham and Invivo began in 2014 with a single New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc and has since evolved into an internationally acclaimed wine and spirits portfolio, including 10 products.

GN Wines is a top-selling brand and commercial success in markets including the UK, Ireland, New Zealand, USA and Japan.

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