Positively Stunning 06's from Spinifex!

2 April 2008

The evolution of Spinifex is certainly progressive and looking oh so positive. In fact these new releases from Pete Schell & Magali Gely are positively stunning. Could it be the vintage (2006 reds from SA are looking incredible) or just Pete’s understanding of his fruit and the progression of Spinifex? Either way the finished wines are definitely worth the exploration.

Every year Pete & Magali like to play with the blends, varietals and styles; so this year sees some percentage changes and a couple of new rare wines. If you know this label and understand just how good the ‘02’s & ‘04’s were, you’ll absolutely love the ‘06’s.

Don't sit there and twiddle your thumbs thinking about what to buy, as the limited quantities will sell out quick.

Associated Products

Spinifex Esprit (2008)

Spinifex Esprit Surely the jewell in the crown for these guys... The latest 'Esprit' has some astonishing, rich, long and endearing fruit. It shows some dark fruits while still upholding the savoury edge which defines this wine year after year. The '08 is once again a great follow up to the reputation this wine has built. The length on this wine will keep you entertained for hours. [ Read more ]

Producer: Spinifex
Region: Australia > Barossa Valley
Varietal: Red Wine > Mataro, Grenache, Shiraz, Cinsault
Price: $29.00 $35.00 each

Spinifex Indigene (2008)

Spinifex Indigene After a year in hiding the 'Indigene' comes back bigger and badder then ever. This year, a slight touch of Grenache helps to get the party started. Following the highly awarded 2006, it was always going to be a tough job to make this year's 'Indigene' but it continues down the dark and sinister path that makes this wine stand out. It drinks the way it has been constructed, with layers of fruit opening up the further you delve into the glass. The touch of Grenache brightens up the dark Mataro whilst the Shiraz keeps them all in line. This is seriously good booze! [ Read more ]

Producer: Spinifex
Region: Australia > Barossa Valley
Varietal: Red Wine > Mataro > Shiraz Blend
Price: $49.00 $58.00 each

Spinifex Taureau (2007)

Spinifex Taureau Ignore the blend, as it doesn’t really dictate the style and enjoy this red for the sheer flavour. Here we see 41% Carignan and 32% Tempranillo with 27% Cabernet supporting the rear. An unusual combo but one that works so well; the nose displays a peachy, cola, cedar, cassis, context - moving to the palate you can see terrific acidity matched by freshly picked blackcurrants and toasty oak. Superb, chalky tannins are a recurring theme for the new Spinifex: commanding is the word. [ Read more ]

Producer: Spinifex
Region: Australia > Barossa Valley
Varietal: Red Wine > Carignan, Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon
Price: $30.00 each, or $27.00 per mixed 6

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