| Lithe and supple. A silky red, with a focused beam of blackberry, plum and subtle spice that points right through the long, juicy finish. Best from 2008 through 2013. 5,000 cases made. -Wine Spectator
Ruby-red. Energetic strawberry and raspberry scents are brightened by fresh mineral and floral qualities on the highly perfumed nose. This reminds me of a top-notch New World pinot, with impressively energetic red fruit flavors expanding across the palate. No excess weight here, and no rough edges either. Finishes suave, sweet and very long. -Josh Raynolds
The 2005 Shiraz “Gnarly Dudes” delivers notes of pepper, scorched earth, violets, blueberry, and blackberry. This leads to a full-bodied wine with excellent blue fruit flavors, bright acidity, but just a bit of narrowness on the mid-palate. The tannins are soft and well-integrated, the finish long and pure. Drink this lip-smacking Shiraz over the next 6 years. Two Hands is a negociant operation run impeccably by Michael Twelftree. It reflects the best that can be sourced from all over South Australia. -Jay Miller
A pleasant, well-made Shiraz, featuring mixed berry fruit and just a modicum of spice. Slightly richer and deeper than Two Hands’ Bad Impersonator, but still not a heavyweight. Turns bright and crisp, with some raspberry flavors on the finish. Drink now. -Wine Enthusiast |
