Tasting Notes: Two Hands was established in September 1999 when founders Michael Twelftree and Richard Mintz sat at a friend’s engagement party and decided it was time to make their own wine and market it on the world stage. The original aim was, and still is, to make the best possible Shiraz-based wines from prized growing regions throughout Australia. This expression is still quite young: inky purple/black in color, with a deep magenta rim. The aromas are heady and layered: loam, tobacco, violets, black plum, black currant, toasty oak. The palate showcases how extracted this wine is; gushing with ripe fruit, full body, medium grain integrated tannins, black cherry, dark berries, ollaliberries, boysenberries, black olive paste, dark chocolate, and a great white pepper bite on the back palate. Everything is so balanced, and dee-lish! Pair with roasts, grilled meats, hard cheeses, selected company! Drink now-probably 2029 ish.

Price: $35.99 750 ml

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Tasting Notes: Moschofilero is a pink-skinned, aromatic grape variety grown mainly on Greece's Peloponnese peninsula. It has been said that there is no single Moschofilero, only many mutations of the ancient "Fileri" grape family from Peloponnese. A beautiful gold color with copper tints (6 hours skin contact before vinification), it has aromas of Granny Smith apple, pear syrup, washed stones. The full palate shows quince, lemon curd, honeysuckle, mineral and bok choy. Smooth texture; almost olive oil. Pair with moussaka, spanakopita, mezze. Drink now.

Price: $20.99 750 ml

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Tasting Notes: Discover the pinnacle of Angel’s Envy Cask Strength. Our first-ever age-stated expression, bottled at 122.6 proof (ABV 61.3%), has been aged for a cumulative 10 years in new American white oak and port wine barrels. It embodies patience, precision, and timeless craftsmanship. At 122.6 proof (ABV 61.3%), this spirit reveals its fullest character when savored neat after 15–20 minutes of rest. A few drops of water or a pour over ice invite new layers to unfold, offering a deeper exploration with every sip. Nose: Sweet cinnamon toast and creamy fruit nougat, woven over a backbone of candied nuts. Palate: Rich notes of baklava fade into ripe apricot, crème brulee, and cognac, spiced with a touch of grains of paradise. Finish: The port cask influence builds gracefully, revealing notes of rum raisin cake while leaving a lingering invitation for another sip.

Price: $261.99

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Tasting Notes: Everything you love about a fresh-from-the oven cinnamon bun and in a velvety smooth, sippable cream liquor that tastes like dessert in a glass. Proudly Canadian, Forty Creek Cinnamon Bun cream liquor is smooth, full of vanilla and warmth of cinnamon with hints of raisin. With the weather dropping and holiday season just around the corner, whether it’s in your coffee, an espresso martini, or savoured straight, this cream liquor is a delightful treat, sure to remind you of your love for cinnamon buns.

Price: $40.99

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Tasting Notes: I’m always on the hunt for my next great cocktail — call it a spirited hobby. I don’t usually drift toward whiskey, but Irish whiskey is my weakness. This month’s favorite? A Shelby Sour made with Bushmills — smooth, bold, and just the right kind of trouble. Ingredients 2 parts Bushmills Original ¾ part Orange Liqueur ½ part Lemon Juice ¼ part Simple Syrup 1 Orange Peel Instructions In an iced mixing tin, combine all ingredients. Shake. Double strain over iced rocks glass. Garnish with an orange peel.

Price: $59.49

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Tasting Notes: The 2023 Château Terre de Grand is a red wine from the Bordeaux Supérieur appellation, made predominantly from Merlot grapes. The winery is a family-run estate located on the edge of the Saint-Émilion appellation, known for producing approachable and good-value wines. Aromas: Dark fruit, plum, cherry, strawberry, spice, and cocoa. Tannins: Medium to strong tannins that are both subtle and complex. Balance: Perfectly balanced with earthy notes on the mid-palate. Pairings for the Château Terre de Grand 2023 include: Beef stews, Roast ham, Grilled steak

Price: $28.99

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Tasting Notes: Not a "Nouveau" but a delicious Beaujolais, Manoir du Carra Beaujolais-Villages presents with ruby red color, black berry and cherry aromas. The winery is family owned and is known for its commitment to traditional, environmentally respectful viticulture, using old vines (up to 100 years old) to produce its Gamay-based wines. Ample in the mouth, very elegant and long lingering finish. This Beaujolais pairs well with poultry & dry sausages.

Price: $27.99

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