Born and raised in Norway, Kristin previously worked in field of technology public relations in London. In 2000, she founded Hotwire PR, which remains the world’s largest technology PR company with offices around the globe.   
 
Kristin sold Hotwire PR in 2012 to pursue winemaking. She started by planting an organic vineyard in East Sussex, UK, prioritizing three champagne varietals—chardonnay, pinot noir and pinot meunier. She has experienced remarkable success in the past decade. Her 14-hectare vineyard now produces award-winning sparkling, white, red and rosé wines.  
 
Kristin remains a passionate champion of organic viticulture in the UK.