Tasting Notes
La Solana-a non-vintage, barrel matured white blend maintained in a modified solera system. Started in 2005 and comprised in most years of small portions of white wine parcels that are also components of Spinifex's Lola in that given vintage, the grapes are retained and matured sur lie in old barriques. The barrels are stored outside in the elements and hence the name Solana, meaning "under the sun". The composition of La Solana mirrors that of Lola over the years, being based on Barossa and Eden Valley Ugni blanc, Semillon, Vermentino, Viognier, Marsanne and Roussanne. The average age of wines in this first bottling is estimated at 4 years. This idiosyncratic wine's complex and evolving aromatics include dried pear, preserved lemon, persimmon, almond meal, Brazil nut, nutmeg and faint brassy notes. Delicate flor-derived 'proving dough' notes add to a complex aroma spread of both fresh and evolved elements. It's concentrated and persistent on the palate - the mark of extended barrel maturation - with grapefruit, lemon, loquat, and marzipan flavours and a glossy up front feel, drawn to a drying nutty finish by a building presence of stony fruit acids. - Distributor Note
Spinifex Wines is a leading, innovative producer in the Barossa Valley, Australia, founded in 2001 by the husband-and-wife team of Peter Schell and Magali Gely. They are celebrated as part of the "New Barossa" movement, known for crafting elegant, character-driven wines with a strong focus on French (particularly Rhône Valley) varietals and a European sensibility.
Their winemaking philosophy is centered on minimal intervention and expressing a true "sense of place". Grapes are sourced from a network of dedicated growers across both the warmer Barossa and cooler Eden Valleys, utilizing old vine material (some over 100 years old) to achieve concentrated flavors while maintaining freshness and balance. In the winery, they employ partial or full wild yeast fermentation, use minimal new oak (preferring large, seasoned French oak barrels and stainless steel/concrete tanks), and focus on sustainable vineyard practices.
Spinifex produces a diverse range of wines, with key blends and single-varietals including the flagship red blend 'Esprit' (Grenache, Mataro, Shiraz), the lighter 'Papillon' (Cinsault, Grenache), and the white blend 'Lola' (Semillon, Clairette, Ugni Blanc). They are highly regarded for their ability to blend the richness of Barossa fruit with elegance and finesse, offering wines that are both complex and highly drinkable.
| Product Type | Wine White Blends |
| Volume | 750ml |
| Country | Australia |
| Region | South Australia |
| Sub Region | Barossa |
| Winemaking Practices | Minimal Intervention |
| Vineyard Practices | Minimal Intervention |