Two Hands Fly By Nighters, South Australia, Australia

雙掌酒莊夜行俠波特酒

點(diǎn)擊次數(shù)：6437

The 2007 Vintage Port is a 50-50 blend of Turiga Nacional and Shiraz. Opaque purple and very Port-like, this rich, sweet fortified wine should evolve for a decade and drink well for another 20 years thereafter.Two Hands is a negociant operation run impeccably by Michael Twelftree. It reflects the best that can be sourced from all over South Australia. The packaging provides some serious design competition to the Dan Philips R Wine portfolio. The Garden Series is Shiraz sourced from a wide range of South Australia vineyards and line-priced at $60.Importer: Terlato Wines International, Lake Bluff, IL; www.twohandswines.com

The 2006 Vintage Port “Fly by Nighters” is composed of 50% Barossa Shiraz and 50% Tinta Amarella (a true Port variety). It offers Port-like aromas, forward flavors, and good length. It is a pleasant beverage but lovers of Oporto need not fell threatened.Two Hands is a negociant operation run impeccably by Michael Twelftree. It reflects the best that can be sourced from all over South Australia. The packaging provides some serious design competition to Dan Philips’ Grateful Palate and R Wines portfolio.Importer: Terlato Wines International, Lake Bluff, IL; www.twohandswines.com; Also tasted: 2007 Riesling “The Wolf” (82)

A vintage port look-alike, the 2003 Fly By Night, made from a Portuguese varietal, is very pungent, with abundant fruit, but noticeable volatile acidity. It is too disjointed at present to taste. Given the talent at this winery, it should come together with time, but I will reserve judgment. Importer: Vine Street Imports, Philadelphia, PA; tel. (215) 533-9463