COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Syrah
PRODUCER
Spinifex Wines
REGION
South Australia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Spinifex Syrah is a red wine from the Barossa Valley, South Australia, produced by Spinifex Wines. Founded by Peter Schell and Magali Gely, the winery focuses on expressing vineyard provenance and vintage character, drawing inspiration from both old-world winemaking and the unique Australian terroir. The 2019 vintage specifically utilized fruit from six vineyards across the Barossa and Eden Valleys, with an emphasis on early hand-harvesting to maintain freshness. The wine is noted for its distinctive approach, balancing intensity with elegance and a European-influenced finesse.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€18
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vine age averages 50 years, with some vineyards up to 160 years old.
Fact 02
Fruit is hand-harvested early for freshness.
Fact 03
Winemaker Peter Schell was a finalist for 'Winemaker of the Year' in 2019.
Fact 04
Combines old traditions with new ideas.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Spinifex Syrah is produced using a combination of traditional and modern winemaking techniques. Fruit is hand-harvested early to preserve freshness. Fermentation takes place naturally in stainless steel, wood, and concrete vessels, often with a judicious use of whole clusters and whole berries. Macerations are typically extended, followed by aging on light lees in large format vessels for around 8 months. Maturation occurs in seasoned French oak, with minimal new oak influence, to complement the wine's character.
