{"title":"Two Paddocks","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-41 citation-end-41\"\u003eNestled in the dramatic landscapes of Central Otago, New Zealand, Two Paddocks is a boutique, certified-organic winery founded in 1993 by acclaimed actor, the late Sam Neill.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"1\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-40 citation-end-40\"\u003eWhat began as a small, passionate venture in the Gibbston Valley has grown into a highly respected estate dedicated to crafting exceptional, small-batch Pinot Noir that beautifully expresses the region's distinct sub-climatology.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"2\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-39 citation-end-39\"\u003eDriven by a philosophy of holistic, sustainable viticulture, the winery carefully nurtures four distinct family vineyards across the Alexandra, Gibbston, and Bannockburn sub-regions.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"3\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-39 citation-end-39\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"citation-38 citation-end-38\"\u003eAt the heart of their collection is the flagship Two Paddocks Estate Pinot Noir.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"4\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-37 citation-end-37\"\u003eThis elegant, structural barrel-selection blends fruit from all four estate vineyards, offering a deeply complex, tightly knit profile rich with wild herbs and dark plum notes that evolve beautifully with bottle age.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"5\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-39 citation-end-39\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor a more immediate, lighthearted introduction to the region, the Two Paddocks Picnic Pinot Noir acts as a charming, everyday favorite. \u003cspan class=\"citation-36 citation-end-36\"\u003eFeaturing Sam Neill's grandfather on the label, Picnic is an approachable, vibrant regional blend bursting with crisp black cherry, enticing spice, and a velvety texture.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"6\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-35 citation-end-35\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eTogether, these wines embody the dual personality of Two Paddocks: an uncompromising dedication to high-end craftsmanship, delivered with a warm, unpretentious sense of fun.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"7\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"two-paddocks-pinot-noir-2024","title":"Two Paddocks Pinot Noir 2024","description":"\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eVery Limited Stocks\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eFounded in 1993 by acclaimed actor the late Sam Neill, Two Paddocks is a premier boutique winery located in the Central Otago region of New Zealand. Inspired by Neill's genuine passion for viticulture, the estate specialises in world-class Pinot Noir and elegant Riesling. Two Paddocks is deeply committed to traditional, sustainable farming practices, holding full organic certification. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe flagship from Two Paddocks, the estate Pinot Noir is an organically grown barrel selection produced from the four Central Otago vineyards - The Fusilier in Bannockburn, First Paddock in Gibbston, Last Chance and Red Bank in Alexandra. These small sites are high-density planted in a range of clonal material, cropped to under 5 tonne per hectare with most vineyard practices carried out by hand. An exemplary Central Otago style, which will be enhanced with bottle age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"95 Points. An organically grown, barrel selection of four Central Otago vineyards - The Fusilier in Bannockburn, First Paddock in Gibbston, Last Chance and Red Bank in Alexandra. Mid-ruby in the glass, there’s some lovely whiffy struck match reduction on the nose here, twitching through the wild strawberry, macerated raspberry and red and dark cherry fruits. Sinewy with a stony, fine-tannin chew, layers of exotic spice, light game tones and an earthy flow as the wine trails with a bright, minerally cadence, powering it forward; this is great drinking. 13% alc. Drink: 2026 - 2041. Screwcap\"- Dave Brookes, Halliday Wine Companion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text\"\u003e\"94 Points. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom four vineyard sites this wine is the flagship and delivers. Aromas of equal parts dark berries and skin, savoury wild spices and oak. Dry, taut, focused and fleshy, an abundance of texture from tannins and acidity framing core fruit flavours of dark plum and boysenberry, raspberry and blackcurrant moments. Violet and wild rose. \u003c\/span\u003eExcellent\"- Cam Douglas MS, camdouglasms.com.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Two Paddocks","offers":[{"title":"1 Bottle","offer_id":56993817985184,"sku":"$62.90","price":62.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0414\/3464\/4640\/files\/TwoPaddocksPinotNoir2024.png?v=1778042273"},{"product_id":"two-paddocks-picnic-pinot-noir-2024","title":"Two Paddocks Picnic Pinot Noir 2024","description":"\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eVery Limited Stocks\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eFounded in 1993 by acclaimed actor, the late Sam Neill, Two Paddocks is a premier boutique winery located in the Central Otago region of New Zealand. Inspired by Neill's genuine passion for viticulture, the estate specialises in world-class Pinot Noir and elegant Riesling. Two Paddocks is deeply committed to traditional, sustainable farming practices, holding full organic certification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe 2024 Two Paddocks Picnic Pinot Noir \u003cspan\u003ewas made from grapes sourced from Two Paddock’s estate vineyards in the Alexandra, Gibbston and Bannockburn sub-regions of Central Otago. Picnic Pinot Noir is made in a diminutive style aimed to reflect the characters that Central Otago Pinot does so very well; black and red cherry fruit, alluring spice and a generosity that keeps you reaching for the next sip.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\"An enticing bouquet of fresh red berry fruits led by dark cherry and boysenberry then seams of savoury dried herb and wild red flowers. On the a palate - a wine of freshness and youthful, fine textures from tannins and vigor from the acid line. Flavours of red berries and some plum mirror the bouquet with an overall brightness and youthful poise. Ready to drink from day of purchase through 2029.\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e92 Points, Premium\"- Cam Douglas MS, camdouglasms.com\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Two Paddocks","offers":[{"title":"1 Bottle","offer_id":56993903706272,"sku":"$39.90","price":39.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0414\/3464\/4640\/files\/TwoPaddocksPicNicPinotNoir.png?v=1778042989"},{"product_id":"two-paddocks-pinot-noir-rose","title":"Two Paddocks Pinot Noir Rosé 2025","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eFounded in 1993 by acclaimed actor, the late Sam Neill, Two Paddocks is a premier boutique winery located in the Central Otago region of New Zealand. Inspired by Neill's genuine passion for viticulture, the estate specialises in world-class Pinot Noir, Riesling and Pinot Noir Rosé. Two Paddocks is deeply committed to traditional, sustainable farming practices, holding full organic certification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePinot Noir from The Last Chance, Alexandra Vineyard (42%) and The Fusilier, Bannockburn (58%. The grapes were hand harvested, destemmed and steeped on skins for two days so that both aromatics and colour are extracted. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOnce the desired pink hue is achieved, the grapes are gently pressed and the juice sent to a stainless steel vessel for an indigenous yeast fermentation. The finished wine was then rested on fine lees for five months before a light filtration just prior to bottling for clarity and brightness. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eRedcurrant, rosehip, violet and strawberry aromatics give way to a lush textural mouthfeel showing elegance, drive and a lingering fresh finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"w-full body-text markdown\"\u003e\"Certified organic, the attractive 2025 vintage was estate-grown and hand-harvested at Alexandra and Bannockburn. Bright pink, it is fresh and smooth-flowing, with watermelon, strawberry and gentle spice flavours, showing excellent delicacy, balanced acidity and a dry finish. Still unfolding, it should be at its best mid-2026+. ⭑⭑⭑⭑1\/2\"- Michael Cooper, Oct 2025.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Two Paddocks","offers":[{"title":"1 Bottle","offer_id":58185932669088,"sku":"$34.90","price":34.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0414\/3464\/4640\/files\/TwoPaddocksPinotNoirRose.png?v=1784168250"},{"product_id":"two-paddocks-picnic-riesling","title":"Two Paddocks Picnic Riesling 2024","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eFounded in 1993 by acclaimed actor, the late Sam Neill, Two Paddocks is a premier boutique winery located in the Central Otago region of New Zealand. Inspired by Neill's genuine passion for viticulture, the estate specialises in world-class Pinot Noir, Riesling and Pinot Noir Rosé. Two Paddocks is deeply committed to traditional, sustainable farming practices, holding full organic certification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGrown at Red Bank Vineyard, Alexandra and featuring the Proprietor’s Grandfather, Sydney Neill Wine Merchant, on the label, the Two Paddocks Picnic Riesling is our perennial favourite and a wonderful introduction to the pleasure of Central Otago Riesling. Made in a slightly 'off-dry' style, the nose bursts with aromatics of \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003emusk, Gala apple, pink grapefruit and a touch of spice. The palate is fleshy, citrus-driven mouthfeel, showing great density, persistence and length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"94 Points. Pristine and delicately lifted, the bouquet shows green rockmelon, Gala apple, lemon sorbet, and white flower aromas. It's finely expressed on the palate, displaying juicy fruit flavours with a hint of sweetness, splendidly structured by firm acidity, making it mouth-watering and lingering. Style: Off-dry. Certified organic. At its best: now to 2032.\"- Sam Kim, Wine Orbit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Two Paddocks","offers":[{"title":"1 Bottle","offer_id":58185945841824,"sku":"$34.90","price":34.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0414\/3464\/4640\/files\/Two_Paddocks_Picnic_Riesling.png?v=1784169202"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0414\/3464\/4640\/collections\/Two_Paddocks_Wines_Logo.png?v=1784167915","url":"https:\/\/auscellardoor.com.au\/collections\/two-paddocks-wine-by-sam-neill.oembed","provider":"AusCellardoor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}