Gomersal Wines Reserve Barossa Valley Shiraz 2022

From a fine vintage for the Barossa Valley, this wine sees the best part of two years in a combination of new and older American oak hogsheads for maturation. A near opaque maroon, the nose reveals aromas of chocolate, vanilla, cassis and coffee beans. While hints of oak are evident, it has been well handled and the integration is impressive. There is a seductive texture here and the wine is well structured, through a supple finish with silky tannins. Sour cherry notes emerge towards the end of the palate as touches of cocoa powder slowly fade. The wine has excellent length, is well balanced, and should impress over the next ten to fifteen years. Lots to like here.