Gate20two

About

Gate 20 Two is a family owned vineyard, situated on rolling slopes at the base of the spectacular gold diggings in Felton Rd, Central Otago. Visit us at: http://www.gate20two.co.nz/. Follow us on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/gate20two

Story

Gate 20 Two is owned by Pauline and Nigel McKinlay, who fell into the business purely by the accident of purchasing a house site in Felton Rd. and discovering that, if Bannockburn is regarded as the jewel in Central Otago’s wine-producing crown, then Felton Rd. is the star. It seemed a waste to not make use of such a wonderful site. And so it began!

The vineyard was gradually established between 2001 and 2004 with the company established in 2007. We have 3 hectares of Pinot Noir and 2 hectares in Pinot Gris and Gate 20 Two wines are made exclusively from these grapes.

Most of our crop is contracted to Mt Difficulty winery, but our desire to extend the quality achieved in the vineyard through to a finished wine led to the Gate 20 Two brand, with the aim of creating first class wines of distinction.

Our viticulture is ably managed and directed by Robin and James Dicey, our winemaker is Matt Dicey, and we do as much of the work towards achieving quality as we can ourselves. The Dicey family have a longstanding relationship with Bannockburn and extensive knowledge of it’s various terroirs. They have been an integral part in the development of this region. We all aim to produce intense rich flavours from vines that are managed for low yield and high quality harvests.

Mission

We seek to produce exceptional single vineyard wines which will always have a limited release. Grapes for Gate 20 Two are from selected vines. Even on a small vineyard - soil, slope and clone type combine to produce distinct flavours from particular blocks. The wines made will reflect that terroir.

Products

Wine