Two Paddocks Pinot Noir 2023 (Organic Wine/Vegan Friendly)

96 Points & 5 Stars – Bob Campbell MW, 2023
#1 of 21 2022 Pinot Noir from Central Otago;Wine of the Week – July 24 “Rich, concentrated pinot noir with cassis, dark chocolate, ripe berry/blackberry and a smattering of spicy oak. Impressive intensity with fruit smothering ripe tannins and giving a boost to drinkability despite the wine’s obvious ageing potential. Very impressive. 2023–2035.”

96 Points & 5 Stars – Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, 2023
Stylish and seductive, the wine shows dark plum, assorted nut, thyme, cured meat and rich floral aromas on the nose, followed by a wonderfully weighted palate displaying silky flow and fleshy texture. Tannins are fine and beautifully infused, making the wine gorgeously harmonious and persistent. A blend of grapes from Bannockburn, Earnscleugh & Gibbston Vineyards. Certified organic. At its best: 2025 to 2037.

93 Points – James Suckling 2023
“Crunchy and vibrant fruits of red cherries and raspberries followed by potpourri, blanched almonds and a hint of crushed cherry tomatoes. Medium-bodied, refreshing acidity and firm tannins. Vibrant and fragrant wine with a zesty finish. From organically grown grapes. Drink or hold. Screw cap.”

5 Stars – New Zealand Wines: Michael Cooper’s Buyer’s Guide, 2023
“Certified organic, the impressive 2022 vintage (5*) was estate-grown at Bannockburn (47 per cent), Alexandra (31 per cent) and Gibbston (22 per cent), and matured for 11 months in French oak barriques (18 per cent new). Full, bright ruby, it is mouthfilling, savoury and supple, with strong, youthful cherry, plum and spice flavours, oak complexity, and excellent depth, vibrancy and harmony. A very ageworthy red, it’s well worth cellaring to mid-2025+.”