Spinifex Syrah 2021

This is Pete Schell’s fresher, red-fruited take on Barossa—lifted and floral, with fruit sourced from 10 cooler, higher-altitude sites across the Barossa and Eden Valleys. Vine age ranges from 25 to 100 years.

Schell uses a mix of whole bunches, whole berries, and destemmed fruit, with gentle handling and short maceration to preserve freshness. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel and concrete, followed by aging mostly in large, seasoned oak.

The result from an ideal season is a vibrant, spicy red with depth, energy, and fine tannins, both elegant and expressive.