O’Leary Walker The Sleeper Barossa Valley Shiraz 2018

O’Leary Walker have made a name for themselves in the Clare Valley but in recent years have gone further afield into the Adelaide Hills and the Barossa Valley. But they have still brought with them some Clare Valley reserve, which is clear as day in this Barossan Shiraz from Williamstown, which is near the border of the Barossa and the Adelaide Hills. This wine shows both the confident, generous Barossan fruit but also some cooler climate red fruits and spice. It is a cracking combination with blackberry, cocoa, tar and raspberry fruits underpinned by subtle caramel oak. The palate is then dry, full-bodied and supple with lovely length and flow of fruits supported by very fine tannins that draw out a long and classy finish. It’s an understated but delicious expression of Barossa Valley Shiraz.