Spinifex Vermentino garnatxa subtle textural grip

subtle textural grip

vibrancy and definition that are key to the domaine’s style

With vines planted on south-facing limestone and clay-rich hillsides

Bunches are destemmed and vinified in temperature controlled tanks with frequent punch down using the “pigeage” technique to extract the finest tannins from the skins

Aromas of lightly spiced plums and cherries lead to hints of chocolate

Spinifex Vermentino garnatxa subtle textural gripThis is a terrific example of this variety, sourced from a one acre vineyard on hard, ironstone rich soil in one of the highest parts of Koonunga Hill in the Barossas extreme north. Vermentino is a rugged, hardy variety that Schell says ripens relatively slowly here, retaining acidity while delivering generous texture. Fermented wild after six hours on skins, it's a pure and textured Barossa white with waxy lemon, white blossoms and a touch of