Two Paddocks

Proprietor and actor Sam Neill created this little miracle in Central Otago, New Zealand and it is entirely dedicated to making the world’s greatest wine. Started in 1993 with modest ambitions, the small family vineyard in Gibbston has since created and shared with the world a number of awe-inspiring Pinot Noirs. Since 1993, the original vineyard has been augmented by three other small vineyards situated in in the Central Otago region. This puts Two Paddocks in the unique position of being the only Central Otago winery with a footprint in all three of Central Otago’s great valleys. By owning vineyards in Gibbston, the Alexandra Basin and now the Cromwell Basin, this gem in the far-south of New Zealand demonstrates their confidence and love for the future of Central Otago Pinot Noir. From the single vineyard Pinot Noir to the Riesling grown at the home vineyard (HQ) every vintage is produced with love and care by one of New Zealand’s top winemakers, Dean Shaw.