Spinifex Aglianico 2020 from Adelaide Hills enters with a savoury, brooding intensity, a small‑lot red from Barossa’s Rowland Hayes that reinterprets the Italian Aglianico through the lens of cool‑climate Adelaide Hills. This Spinifex Aglianico 2020 Adelaide Hills is a must‑buy for lovers of structured, age‑worthy reds that reward patience and thoughtful decanting at home.

On the nose there is dried black cherry, leather and iron‑rich earth, underscored by green olive tapenade and a touch of smoked paprika; the palate is taut yet layered, with firm, mineral‑driven tannins and a long, peppery finish that invites contemplation rather than casual quaffing. Structure and acidity combine to make this one of the most compelling cult reds in this release.

Decant and serve with slow‑braised beef cheeks, grilled lamb racks or aged Pecorino, best enjoyed late on a weeknight with a close group of friends. Buy a bottle now for a statement dinner and secure extra bottles for the cellar over the next seven to ten years.