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Two Hands, Lily's Garden Shiraz 2002
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Reviewed by: Robert M. Parker, Jr.
The 2002 Shiraz Lily’s Garden (1,200 cases) is a potent, powerful offering from McLaren Vale. Among the biggest of the Two Hands wines (15.5% alcohol), this dense purple-colored Shiraz has a stupendous perfume of espresso roast, white chocolate, blackberry liqueur, and a leathery, meaty component. With terrific texture as well as unctuosity, and a finish that lasts for nearly a minute, this spectacular Shiraz should drink well young, but last for a decade. Importer: Vine Street Imports, Philadelphia, PA; tel. (215) 533-9463
About the Producer
Two Hands was established in the summer of 1999 with the aim of making the best possible Shiraz-based wines from prized Shiraz growing regions throughout Australia. The intention was, and still is, to showcase the diversity of Australian Shiraz by highlighting regional characteristics and allowing the fruit to be the primary feature of the wines. Two Hands refers to the very personable approach taken with each parcel of grapes, no matter how big or small. The wines are carefully guided through the viticulture and winemaking process by proprietor, Michael Twelftree and winemaker, Ben Perkins.
