Neal Martin, eRobertParker.com

2007 Two Paddocks First Paddock Pinot Noir

(87 points) The 2007 First Paddock Pinot Noir is limited to just 49 cases and 150 magnums with only the latter tobe commercially released! It has a slightly pinched plumy nose with touches of violets. The palate is medium-bodied with quite chewy tannins: black plum, ripe cherries and a touch of iodine. Smooth on the finish, though it lacks a little complexity and definition. Not bad, but I prefer the regular Pinot Noir. I tasted Sam Neill’s wines both blind and at a well-organized public Central Otago tasting.