News & Events
Wine Orbit | Sam Kim
We are thrilled to share that Sam Kim of Wine Orbit has awarded exceptional scores to the 2021 Twelftree range, including fan favourite Schuller scoring 96 points. Great recognition for these McLaren Vale vineyards.
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A Bold New Direction for the Flagship Series
We are excited to announce a significant shift in our packaging for the iconic Flagship Series. From 2025 Two Hands Wines will transition from traditional wooden boxes for our Flagship wines to a new premium, eco-friendly cardboard packaging.
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The Real Review | Huon Hooke
We’re proud to share that two of our signature Shiraz's from the 2022 vintage have been awarded 95 points by renowned wine critic Huon Hooke
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February News 2025
February marks the start of an early vintage, a time when the fruits of our labor are carefully gathered by the Viticulture team, and the Winemaking team take over.
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Wine Companion 2025 | Dave Brookes
We’re proud to announce that both our 2022 Secret Block Shiraz and 2022 Yacca Block Shiraz have each been awarded Gold medals with the score of 96 points
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The Real Review | Stuart Knox
Our Ares Shiraz has been scored an outstanding 97 points! “This sings of Barossa,” Knox wrote, adding that while it's drinking beautifully now, it will highly reward extended cellaring.
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January News 2025
Welcome to the January Two Hands Wines newsletter! We’re back from the holiday break and soaking up the summer sunshine. Exciting times are ahead as we gear up for our 25th vintage!
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2024 Vintage Report
Vintage 2024 was cool, dry, and slow-ripening with only a few hot days. Harvest began early March and finished by April. Barossa Shiraz showed rich, spicy notes; Eden Valley wines were fresh with supple tannins. McLaren Vale had a later start but larger crops and cool ripening, producing flavorful Cabernet and Shiraz. Clare Valley faced frost damage but yielded intense Shiraz.
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2023 Vintage Report
The 2023 vintage was challenging due to a wet, humid winter and a cool, delayed growing season caused by La Niña. Rapid growth resumed in early summer, requiring intensive canopy management. Yields were reduced to suit the cooler ripening conditions. Despite the challenges, careful vineyard and winemaking decisions led to wines of excellent quality and consistency.
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2022 Vintage Report
The 2022 South Australian vintage faced challenges from La Niña-driven wet weather and severe hail. Frost and spring rains further reduced yields, but mild summer conditions allowed steady ripening. McLaren Vale avoided hail damage, and Clare Valley’s slow ripening enhanced its wine quality. The season produced a smaller, intense crop with balanced acidity and vibrant flavors, with Shiraz standing out.
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2021 Vintage Report
The 2021 vintage was exceptional, with perfect weather and well-timed rains supporting slow, even ripening across all regions. Moderate temperatures and average crops produced high-quality, balanced grapes. Estate vineyards performed brilliantly, especially a special Shiraz block, resulting in the ‘Cleo’s Block’ wine. Overall, 2021 is a standout year known for its harmony and lasting quality.
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2020 Vintage Report
The 2020 Barossa Valley vintage faced extreme drought, driven by the Indian Ocean Dipole, with record-low rainfall. Two Hands Wines responded by installing Australia's first Sap Flow monitoring system, reducing water use by 28%. Despite early heat, ideal ripening conditions followed, yielding high-quality but low-quantity fruit. The Holy Grail vineyard hit full production, and under new Chief Winemaker Richard Langford, winemaking saw improved efficiency.
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