2022 Spinifex Syrah

Winemaker Peter Schell sources fruit from up to 10 different plots throughout the Barossa and Eden Valleys for this Syrah, from “generally higher, cooler sites, where earlier harvesting gives wines with bright, savoury, spicy fruit expression and a textural freshness”, according to Schell. Vine ages vary from 25 to 100 years. Various winemaking techniques are employed, with 30% whole bunches included and maturation taking place in mostly large, seasoned oak for a period of 8 months.

Rich and juicy yet complex, fresh and savoury, this is a splendid rendition of Syrah.

Impenetrable inky black colour with a deep dark red black hue. Dark plum, liquorice and subtle blueberry aromas show wonderful fragrance out of the glass with hints of violet, smoky vanillin cedar, fennel and peppered earth notes also chiming in. Rich, juicy dark plum, liquorice and blueberry fruits carry a plush feel across the medium to full bodied palate. Adding further interest are some black cherry, spicy vanillin cedar, scorched earth and peppered fennel elements. Ripe, slightly chewy tannins extend across what is a long, fresh and generously fruited yet savoury finish.
Drink over the next 5-6 years.
Alc. 14%

Other Reviews….
Syrah from both the Barossa and Eden Valleys with pure, lush, dark plum, blueberry and mulberry fruit tones with hints of exotic spice, struck flint, dried herbs, wildflowers, crushed granite, charcuterie and dried citrus rinds. Full bodied with a calm, graphite and sage-flecked stony flow on the palate. Jeez, it's easy to drink, with a bright mineral cadence, powdered granitic tannins and just a touch of morello cherry as it slides away.
95 Points
Dave Brookes – James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion