Spinifex Wines owners and operators, Peter Schell and Magali Gely, have had a home in the Barossa Valley for over twenty years and hold a strong commitment to and passion for the Barossa. They also have a strong French connection, both physically and philosophically. Magali's family, who up until recently were vignerons with a long lineage in Lunel, near Montpellier, still live in south France, and over the last ten years Peter has worked six French vintages, in Provence, the Languedoc, Bordeaux and Burgundy.

The 2021 release is Mataro (41%), Cinsault (35%), Grenache (21%) and Shiraz (3%). Each parcel was fermented wild and macerations varied from between eight and 20 days. Maturation was in a combination of well-seasoned 600 and 1200 litre barrels and stainless steel. Only the Grenache component was fermented as whole clusters. 

Pete Schell's Esprit is always a favourite and the 2021 model features 41/35/21/3% mataro/cinsault/grenache/shiraz. Ripe blueberry and juicy plum notes over layered spices and hints of pressed purple flowers, cherry compote, hazelnuts, dried cranberries and roasting meats with a waft of tobacco and mace further back. Pure and savoury with the finest of tannins and a sense of composure, all the components pulling in the same direction. Just flat-out great drinking. Rating: 95 Points; James Halliday; Wine Companion

 

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SKU 19504
Brand Spinifex
Shipping Weight 1.3333kg
Unit Of Measure ea

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