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"The aromatics are intense aromatics of blackberry, mulberry, and ripe plum, layered with dark chocolate and a lift of cedar and spice. Hints of cola and a whisper of mint add depth and freshness. The palate opens with a generous wave of dark fruit, plush yet vibrant, reflecting the low yields and early ripening of the season. Rich blackberries and boysenberry compote drive through, supported by savoury undertones of cracked pepper and charcuterie. Tannins are supple, and woven seamlessly into the fruit core, lending shape and energy without overwhelming. The finish is long, pure, and persistent, carrying notes of dark fruits and spice well beyond the last sip. Enjoy now for its generosity and drive, or cellar for 8+ years to see the layers deepen and the tannins soften further.
The parcels of fruit were crushed into and fermented in 3, 5, 7 and 10 tonne open top vessels. Regular pump overs three times daily were performed during the peak of fermentation. At pressing, the free run and pressings were combined to tank, then racked to barrel for oak maturation. The wine was matured for 12 months in French oak, 13% new, and the remainder in one to six year old puncheons and hogsheads. All batches were kept separate and blended just prior to bottling."
Reviews for the 2023 vintage below…
94/100 Huon Hooke, The Real Review, March 2025 (2023 Vintage)
"Two Hands makes a bevy of Barossa beauties, many at high prices and needing cellar time before drinking. This one is a ripping shiraz that drinks well already, and the price is very nice. Colossal purple colour that stains the glass; big ripe bouquet of preserved plums and blackberry jam, a lick of spice; the wine is full bodied and fruit-sweet on the tongue with liberal supple, mouth-coating tannins and satisfying length. Impeccable balance. A classic Barossa shiraz, approachable now despite its youth, and remarkable value."
90/100 Erin Larkin, RobertParker.com, Wine Advocated, April 2025 (2023 Vintage)
"The 2023 Gnarly Dudes Shiraz hails from a cool and wet season in South Australia, and yet the wine exudes the usual black fruit, licorice, dark chocolate and dried herbs. The season has perhaps robbed the wine of some of its concentration and persistent thrust of flavour, yet it is all toned down in unison, retaining balance in the end. Drink it before some of the other years around it, and make the most of the freshness of fruit. it is lovely."
