Spinifex Wines is deservedly recognised for producing some of the region’s finest southern French-inspired red wines. They are sensitively made wines that showcase Barossa Valley terroir. What about when Spinifex turns its hands to things Iberian, in this instance a Rioja inspired Tempranillo blend?
On the nose, the wine is true to style, with typical notes of cola and sarsaparilla. The palate is savoury and medium bodied, but doesn’t quite live up to the bouquet. There’s a fair bit to like here, and one cannot complain of a lack of ambition. All in all, it’s a good representation of the type, perhaps lacking a touch by way of complexity.
2008 TAUREAU
Producer: Spinifex Wines
Variety: Tempranillo et al
Vintage: 2008
Region: Barossa Valley
ABV: 14.5%
Closure: Screw cap
Retail Price: $30.00
Date tasted: 8 December 2013
Tasting Note:
Deep crimson. Open nose of black cherry, cola/sarsaparilla, tobacco leaf and roasted spices. Dry, medium bodied, typical Tempranillo profile. Palate follows on from the nose. Elegant and stylish; fruit driven. Moderate complexity. Finishes with a touch of warming alcohol.
Score: 16/20
On the nose, the wine is true to style, with typical notes of cola and sarsaparilla. The palate is savoury and medium bodied, but doesn’t quite live up to the bouquet. There’s a fair bit to like here, and one cannot complain of a lack of ambition. All in all, it’s a good representation of the type, perhaps lacking a touch by way of complexity.
2008 TAUREAU
Producer: Spinifex Wines
Variety: Tempranillo et al
Vintage: 2008
Region: Barossa Valley
ABV: 14.5%
Closure: Screw cap
Retail Price: $30.00
Date tasted: 8 December 2013
Tasting Note:
Deep crimson. Open nose of black cherry, cola/sarsaparilla, tobacco leaf and roasted spices. Dry, medium bodied, typical Tempranillo profile. Palate follows on from the nose. Elegant and stylish; fruit driven. Moderate complexity. Finishes with a touch of warming alcohol.
Score: 16/20
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