Help w/ new speaker search

Hello all,
I'm currently searching for a pair of main speakers with a max budget of $3k-$4k (though $3k would be best). My wife would prefer that I get floor standers. Even though my pre + amp support HT, this system is used primarily for 2 channel music listening.

My components are:
Rotel RSP-976 (5.1 pre)
Rotel RMB-1075 (5x120W)
Rotel RCD-1070 (source)

I am limited in the available brands of speakers close to me. Here's the list of speakers that are up for consideration. Please help me w/ insights/opinions and any advice on what to look out for.

Spendor S9
Revel Performa F30
Dynaudio Contour 1.8 Mk II
Totem Forest
Aerial 6

My living room opens to the dining room + kitchen, but the living room dimensions are:
23' 8" L
12' 6" W
8' ceilings

The fronts of the speakers can likely only be 3' 5" from the back wall, if that helps.

Thanks in advance to everyone who helps me with some feedback.