2007 Spinifex Esprit

The more wines I try from Spinifex the more they impress. Over time they are quietly moving into an Icon of the Barossa, of particular note is the ability for the wines across the range to be a structured representation of quality Barossa fruit without relying on or showing the impact of high alcohols.

The 2007 Esprit is a blend of Mataro, Grenache, Shiraz and Cinsault, it is starting to show it’s age giving a slightly dull red colour, the nose is showing some secondary development with black fruits finding their place alongside old leather and a touch of smokey oak.

The palate is textural and layered with blackberry and plum set against fine tannins. Oak is secondary, but frames and integrates the considerable fruit on the long enjoyable finish. This wine is in a great place right now and will hold for a few more years.