Jasper Hill - An Australian Icon
Jasper Hill having been leading the charge for wines from the Heathcote region for decades under the stewardship of Ron and Elva Laugton since 1978. Icon is a term that can be loosley thrown around at times but the wines of Jasper Hill sit rightly in this bracket and the reds in particular are much collected by wine enthuisiasts from all over the world. Nowadays the batton has been passed to Ron's daughter Emily and her husband Nick who are in charge of running Jasper Hill.
Jasper Hill Georgia's Paddock Shiraz 2023
The Georgia's pulls you in from the start with a nose full of mulberries alongside lifted dark violet florals. black olive, garrigue and pepper spice. On the palate it really sings, there's a silkiness to the fruit in the way it spreads across but in a very elegant and controlled manner, The fine grainy tannins and supporting acidity brings everything into line, there's a seamlessness in the integration of all it's parts. Drinking wonderfully now but all the structure to live for another 20 years. Highly recommended, Cameron Roebuck, FWC.
Reminiscent of our wines in the early years, a true Georgia’s Paddock style of raspberry with red earth notes and soft integrated tannins. While this vintage initially appears a little closed, given a few minutes, opens up to a brilliant red fruit and spicy nose. Juicy strawberries and fresh raspberry fill a generous palate with great length. Delicious now but easily cellared for those with patience. High grade cork sealed, 15.0% alcohol. Winery's notes.
Jasper Hill Emily's Paddock Shiraz 2023
Black cherries and black plums are up front with aromas of black tea, earth, sage and pencil shavings also. There's a density and juiciness to the core of black fruit and with the fruit not being in any way sweet there's an overall savouriness to the wine that's very appealing. The Laughton's have managed the balance of core black fruit and acidity extremely well, the plush and broad tannins provide a great structural framework. Like the Georgia's Paddock there's no discernible heat for a wine of 15% alcohol which shows how well all the elements sit together. Recommended, Cameron Roebuck, FWC.
Full bodied, yet very approachable, Emily’s keeps on giving. Brilliant magenta in colour, this wine will stain. Intense dark fruits of cherry, raspberry and plum, followed through with a hint of mint and dark chocolate. Structured chalky tannins and balanced natural acidity allows this wine to be cellared. High grade cork sealed, 15.0% alcohol. Winery's notes.
