Jasper Hill Georgias Paddock Shiraz 2023
The Wine
96 Pts jamessuckling.com 'The nose is deep and brooding with savory aromas of damson plums, dark chocolate, licorice, cinnamon bark and graphite. The full-bodied palate has finely integrated tannins and focused acidity supported by a tightly bound mouthfeel, showing notes of macerated figs, black olives, mulberries and spices. A refined Australian classic that will age gracefully for decades. Drinkable now but best from 2030.'
95 Pts Jeni Port winecompanion.com.au 'Siblings Georgia and Emily Paddocks tend to be viewed as competitors, but, in fact, they complement each other. Georgia offers insight into the ferrous, mineral rich soils in which its vines grow, and the natural balance it affords the wine, joined by Aussie bush notes, briar, black fruits, plum, tapenade and spice. It's subdued in its infancy, it needs time, but the basis for another big future is there, supported by grainy, savoury tannins. This one is destined for the cellar.'
95 Pts Aaron Brasher therealreview.com 'A dark, deep, plummy red in the glass. Heady aromas of plum, mulberry, dark cherry, sweet spice, violets, dried herbs, bramble and ironstone. Full-bodied, powerful, mouth-filling and opulent in flavour. All dark fruited, plush, firm and very concentrated. There's a drive of inky dark fruits, nutty oak and grippy, textured tannins. Big time, full bore shiraz 23 Mar 2025 Drink 2025–2035'
The Details
Variety - Shiraz
Country - Australia
Region - Victoria
Sub Region - Heathcote
Extra - Cork
Year - 2023
Volume - 750ml

