Founded 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.
Pinot 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. Once 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. Redcurrant, rosehip, violet and strawberry aromatics give way to a lush textural mouthfeel showing elegance, drive and a lingering fresh finish.
"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.
