Two Paddocks

Two Paddocks

Two Paddocks is a boutique wine company located in Central Otago, New Zealand. It was established in 1993 by actor Sam Neill, who is best known for his roles in films such as Jurassic Park and The Piano. The name "Two Paddocks" refers to the two original vineyards owned by the company.

History

Sam Neill had a passion for wine and decided to establish his own vineyard in the early 1990s. He purchased a small vineyard in Gibbston, Central Otago, and named it "First Paddock". A few years later, he acquired a second vineyard in Alexandra, which he named "Alex Paddock". These two vineyards became the foundation of Two Paddocks.

Vineyards

Two Paddocks currently owns four vineyards in Central Otago: First Paddock, Alex Paddock, Red Bank, and The Fusilier. Each vineyard has its own unique characteristics and produces different types of wine.

First Paddock

First Paddock is the original vineyard of Two Paddocks. It is located in Gibbston, the coolest and highest sub-region of Central Otago. The vineyard is planted with Pinot Noir grapes.

Alex Paddock

Alex Paddock is located in Alexandra, the driest and hottest sub-region of Central Otago. The vineyard is also planted with Pinot Noir grapes.

Red Bank

Red Bank is a vineyard located in Earnscleugh, a sub-region of Alexandra. It is planted with Pinot Noir, Riesling, and Sauvignon Blanc grapes.

The Fusilier

The Fusilier is the newest vineyard of Two Paddocks. It is located in Bannockburn, a sub-region of Cromwell. The vineyard is planted with Pinot Noir grapes.

Wines

Two Paddocks produces a range of wines, with a focus on Pinot Noir. The company also produces Riesling and Sauvignon Blanc wines.

Pinot Noir

Two Paddocks is renowned for its Pinot Noir wines, which are known for their elegance, complexity, and depth of flavor. The company produces several different Pinot Noir wines, each reflecting the unique characteristics of its vineyard.

Riesling and Sauvignon Blanc

In addition to Pinot Noir, Two Paddocks also produces Riesling and Sauvignon Blanc wines. These wines are known for their crisp acidity and vibrant fruit flavors.

Sustainability

Two Paddocks is committed to sustainable viticulture. The company uses organic farming practices and is a member of the Sustainable Winegrowing New Zealand program.

See Also

• Sam Neill
• Central Otago
• Pinot Noir
• Sustainable viticulture

External Links

• Official website of Two Paddocks