Dense black cherry and sun-warmed plum open with a dusting of savoury herb and tobacco leaf – Spinifex Tempranillo 2024 from Barossa Valley announces itself with confident regional character and careful oak handling, a varietal that reads both modern and rooted. This Spinifex Tempranillo 2024 feels purposeful and ready to perform.

The palate delivers concentrated dark fruit, cracked pepper, olive tapenade and savoury leather framed by taut acidity and fine-grained tannins – mid-palate energy keeps the wine lively while a long, smoky finish reveals subtle cocoa and anise. Texture is dense yet lithe, rewarding gentle decanting and thoughtful sipping.

Match with charred kangaroo loin, smoky chorizo stews or aged manchego at a convivial table for full effect; the wine lifts robust, smoky flavours without overpowering them. Buy with confidence for near-term drinking or short-term cellaring – an assured, regionally expressive Tempranillo.