Two Hands : Sexy Beast Cabernet Sauvignon 2023

Tasting characteristics and advice for the Sexy Beast Cabernet Sauvignon 2023 from Two Hands

Tasting

Appearance
The wine displays a deep purple hue enhanced by ruby highlights.

Nose
The aromatic bouquet reveals a complex palette combining clove, cherry and Asian spices. Notes of vanilla mingle with aromas of roasted meats and blackcurrant.

Palate
The attack reveals a medium-bodied structure, initially austere before opening up generously. The palate shows dark fruits, blackcurrant, red and black currants, accompanied by floral nuances and incense. The whole is rich, intense and powerful.

Food and wine pairings

This Sexy Beast Cabernet Sauvignon 2023 is an ideal match for grilled or braised red meats, as well as mushroom-based stews.

Serving and cellaring

The Sexy Beast Cabernet Sauvignon 2023 offers immediate enjoyment while also having cellaring potential through around 2028.

An expressive, generous Australian cabernet sauvignon

The estate

Established in 1999 by Michael Twelftree and Richard Mintz in the Barossa Valley, Two Hands has become a benchmark for Australian shiraz. Under the current leadership of Michael Twelftree and Pierre-Henri Morel, the estate farms several strategically located vineyards in Southern Australia, including the prestigious Holy Grail Vineyard. Two Hands’ philosophy is based on rigorous parcel-by-parcel vinification, with no inter-regional blending, allowing the authenticity of each terroir to shine through. Certified Sustainability Australia, the estate has been recognized for ten consecutive years in the Wine Spectator Top 100.

The vineyard

Sexy Beast is made from grapes sourced from the McLaren Vale region, a terroir renowned for its expressive, generous cabernet sauvignons.

The vintage

The 2023 vintage in Southern Australia proved particularly demanding for winegrowers. A wet winter was followed by days marked by high humidity. The season recorded heat and sunshine levels below the usual averages, resulting in a slower ripening curve for the grapes.

Winemaking and aging

The Sexy Beast Cabernet Sauvignon 2023 is crafted using traditional methods. The grapes are crushed and then fermented in open-top vats. During active fermentation, three pump-overs are carried out daily. After pressing, the wine is transferred to barrels for maturation in oak casks.

Grape variety

This Australian red wine is 100% cabernet sauvignon.