1993 Jasper Hill Georgia's Paddock Shiraz 750ml

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Overview

The 1993 Jasper Hill Georgia's Paddock Shiraz is a mature old-vintage Heathcote Shiraz from one of Victoria's pioneering estates. Georgia's Paddock is one of Jasper Hill's defining wines, grown on ancient Cambrian soils and known for concentration, spice, earthy depth and long ageing ability.

The original block of Georgia's Paddock Shiraz was planted in 1975, with additional vines planted in 1987. Ten hectares of low-yielding Shiraz make this the largest production wine at Jasper Hill, while still retaining the estate's hallmark intensity and regional character.

Vintage & Winemaking

The 1993 release was described at the time as another classic example of Georgia's Paddock from a strong Heathcote year. The vines were grown under fully organic conditions, with no artificial chemicals used.

The wine was fully destemmed, fermented with natural yeasts and kept on skins for five to six weeks before gentle pressing. It was then matured in French oak for 12 months.

Product Highlights

• Mature 1993 Heathcote Shiraz
• From Jasper Hill's iconic Georgia's Paddock vineyard
• Original Shiraz block planted in 1975
• Additional plantings from 1987
• Grown under organic conditions with no artificial chemicals
• Natural yeast fermentation
• Extended five to six week skin contact
• 12 months in French oak

Critic Scores & Reviews

96 points - Jeremy Oliver
Drinking window: 2005-2013.

91 points - Andrew Caillard MW
Deep colour, with dark chocolate, menthol and graphite notes. Concentrated, peppery and tannic, finishing long and savoury.

Tasting Notes

Colour: Deep crimson in youth, now expected to show mature crimson and garnet development.

Nose: Developed redcurrant, sage, walnut, liquorice, earth, blackberry leaf, menthol and cracked pepper.

Palate: Supple and inky, with earthy blackberry, leather, eucalypt, mint, walnut and graphite tobacco notes. Firm tannins and savoury structure carry a tight, mature finish.

Food Pairing

Pair with roast beef, lamb shoulder, venison, slow-braised short ribs, mushroom dishes or aged hard cheeses.

Cellaring Potential

This is a mature old-vintage bottle. Best enjoyed now, with bottle condition, provenance and storage history especially important at this age.

About Jasper Hill

Jasper Hill is a pioneering Heathcote estate founded by Ron and Elva Laughton in 1975. The property is known for dry-grown vines, organic farming principles, ancient Cambrian soils and concentrated Shiraz from Georgia's Paddock and Emily's Paddock.

Specifications

• Producer: Jasper Hill
• Wine: Georgia's Paddock Shiraz
• Vintage: 1993
• Country: Australia
• Region: Heathcote, Victoria
• Grape Variety: 100% Shiraz
• Wine Style: Red Wine
• Alcohol: 14%
• Sweetness: Dry
• Maturation: 12 months in French oak
• Bottle Size: 750ml