June/July 2007, Wine Access

By Steve Tanzer

2005 Two Paddocks Pinot Noir Central Otago 89+

($48) Good medium red. Subtle aromas of blackberry, redcurrant, mocha, spices and herbs. Juicy, intense and tightly wound, with a peppery/saline quality to the savory core of dark berry, spice and smoked meat flavors. Nice floral lift to the firmly structured, persistent finish. Tannins are suave.