{"product_id":"2000-jasper-hill-georgias-paddock-shiraz-750ml","title":"2000 Jasper Hill Georgia's Paddock Shiraz 750ml","description":"\u003ch4\u003eOverview\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2000 Jasper Hill Georgia's Paddock Shiraz is a mature Heathcote Shiraz from one of Victoria's landmark producers. Georgia's Paddock is the larger of Jasper Hill's estate vineyards, with its original Shiraz block planted in 1975 and additional vines planted in 1987.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis release shows the concentration, savoury complexity and age-worthy structure that have made Georgia's Paddock one of Heathcote's defining Shiraz wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eVintage \u0026amp; Winemaking\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original Georgia's Paddock Shiraz block was planted in 1975, with further vines added in 1987. Ten hectares of low-yielding Shiraz form the core of production. The fruit is fully destemmed, fermented with natural yeasts and kept on skins for 5-6 weeks before gentle pressing and 12 months' maturation in French oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt release, Jasper Hill described the 2000 vintage as a delightful expression of red and dark berries, rich spice and chocolate, with fine supple tannins, natural acidity and a voluptuous, viscous palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMature Heathcote Shiraz from Jasper Hill\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOriginal Georgia's Paddock Shiraz block planted in 1975\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNatural yeast fermentation and extended skin contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAncient Cambrian basalt soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDrinking window listed as 2002-2017; mature bottle for drinking now\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCritic Scores \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 points - Andrew Caillard MW, tasted 8 August 2017\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nFresh cranberry and redcurrant fruit with tobacco and mocha nuance, generous texture, espresso complexity and fine, long, slinky tannins. Andrew Caillard described it as an atypical vintage with lovely complexity, viscosity and richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e91 points - Andrew Caillard MW, tasted 17 August 2012\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA complex and evolved wine showing redcurrant, tobacco, mocha, apricot and sage notes, with rich volume, roasted chestnut flavours and supple sweet tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAndrew Caillard MW, tasted August 2007\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nDeep colour, rhubarb and red cherry aromas, with a well-concentrated mineral palate, loose-knit grippy tannins and a long, sweet finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVibrant magenta colour with a rich dark berry nose. The palate offers a vivid hit of fresh red fruits, spice and a luscious mouthfeel, finishing with savoury length and mature complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with beef, venison, roast lamb, braised short rib, grilled ribeye or mushroom-rich dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCellaring Potential\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a mature release and should be approached as a drink-now bottle. Careful decanting is recommended, and condition will depend on provenance and storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout Jasper Hill\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJasper Hill is one of Heathcote's pioneering estates, founded by Ron and Elva Laughton in 1975. The vineyards are dry-grown on their own roots and farmed using organic principles, with no synthetic chemicals used in the vineyard. Georgia's Paddock and Emily's Paddock are named after the Laughton daughters and sit on ancient Cambrian basalt soils, a key part of Jasper Hill's distinctive power, mineral depth and longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVintage: 2000\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProducer: Jasper Hill\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWine: Georgia's Paddock Shiraz\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCountry: Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRegion: Heathcote, Victoria\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGrape Variety: Shiraz\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAlcohol: 15.0%\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWine Style: Red Wine\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWine Sweetness: Dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFormat: 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sterling","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52357713101102,"sku":"6700119480","price":189.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/6596\/6894\/files\/Jasper_Hill_Georgia_s_Paddock_Shiraz_750mliraz_750ml.png?v=1758878501","url":"https:\/\/www.jcfinewines.au\/products\/2000-jasper-hill-georgias-paddock-shiraz-750ml","provider":"JC FINE WINES","version":"1.0","type":"link"}