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Two Hands Wines - McLaren Vale & Barossa Valley - Tenacity - Red - 2021
Characteristics
Country / Region: Australia
Vintage: 2021
Name: McLaren Vale & Barossa Valley
Grape variety: 100% Syrah
Alcohol: 14.2 vol.
Color: Red
Capacity: 75 cl
AWARDS
A Selection Committee Favorite rated 92/100
Wine:
A blend of old vines from the McLaren and Barossa valleys, the 2021 red Barossa Valley Tenacity illustrates the radiant face of Australian viticulture. This 100% Syrah from old vines offers a ripe nose of black fruit with freshness and a hint of spice. Full-bodied and plump, with smooth tannins and hints of dried herbs, this bold, powerful wine has a long, fresh finish. A Selection Committee Favorite rated 92/100.Vinification:
Hand harvested from old Syrah vines. Aged in French oak barrels for 9 months.Color:
Deep red with violet highlights.Nose:
Elegant, with lovely aromas of ripe red fruit, underlined by delicate spicy notes and a floral touch of violet.Palate:
The palate reveals a juicy, concentrated Syrah with delicate, savory tannins. Its balanced structure combines striking freshness with a long, mineral finish.
Temperature:
Decant before serving, between 16 and 18°C.Food and wine pairing:
Meats in sauce or grilled, beef and bell pepper kebabs, grilled pork chop, artisanal charcuterie.Cellar aging:
From now until 2031Two Hands Wines impresses with its wines of great amplitude and fluidity. Crafting powerful wines with simplicity and restraint, this Australian flagship estate has quickly established itself as one of the Top 100 Wine Spectator estates in the world.