Sam Kim reviews the 2021 Twelftree Range for Wine Orbit

Sam Kim has been involved for the past 35 years in New Zealand hospitality, wine retail, importing and distribution, as well as running wine courses and master classes. Sam holds a Certificate in Winemaking from EIT (Hawke’s Bay), and has been judging wine for the last 26 years at various wine competitions and magazines.

2021 Twelftree Adams Road, McLaren Vale Shiraz – 96 points
“Impressive and rich, yet stylish and graceful, the wine shows dark fruit intensity, smoked game, star anise, liquorice, and cedar characters on the nose. The palate displays excellent concentration and plump mouthfeel, combined with layers of grainy tannins, making it sturdy and structured with a sustained, satisfying finish.
At its best: now to 2040. $60.00. www.twohandswines.com. Feb 2025.” – SK

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2021 Twelftree Schuller, McLaren Vale Grenache – 96 points
“Immensely complex and inviting, the bouquet shows dark berry, thyme, cured meat, and toasted almond characters on the nose, followed by a wonderfully weighted palate offering refined texture and finely infused tannins. It’s plush and expansive while remaining structured and robust with a persistent, delectable finish.
At its best: now to 2037. $45.00. www.twohandswines.com. Feb 2025.” – SK

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2021 Twelftree, Vinegrove, McLaren Vale Grenache – 95 points
“It’s richly fruited and inviting, with dark berry, tar, fennel, olive, and assorted nut aromas. This leads to a flavoursome palate, delivering terrific weight and silky flow. Splendidly framed by velvety texture and loads of fine-grained tannins, it is firm and sturdy with a lingering, harmonious finish.
At its best: now to 2037. $45.00. www.twohandswines.com. Feb 2025.” – SK

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WINE ORBIT SCORING SYSTEM
5 Stars – 96 – 100 points – Exceptional quality exhibiting highest level of concentration and complexity.
5 Stars – 93 – 95 points – Outstanding quality showing varietal purity and exemplifying regional type.
4.5 Stars – 89-92 points – Excellent quality showing high level of concentration and balance.
4 Stars – 88 points – Very good quality displaying attractive flavours and good balance.
3.5 Stars – 81-84 points – Good quality, easy drinking with straightforward flavours.
Not all wines tasted by Wine Orbit are published, including those rated below 3 stars.

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