Overview
The 2014 Jasper Hill Georgia's Paddock Shiraz is a classic Heathcote Shiraz from one of Victoria's most respected family estates. Established in 1975 by Ron and Elva Laughton, Jasper Hill is renowned for dry-grown, low-yielding vineyards planted on ancient Cambrian soils.
Georgia's Paddock is one of the estate's defining wines, known for its depth, spice, natural acidity and long-lived structure.
Vintage & Winemaking
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 Jasper Hill's largest production. The fruit was fully destemmed, fermented with natural yeasts and kept on skins for 5-6 weeks before gentle pressing and 12 months' maturation in French oak.
At release, Jasper Hill described the 2014 as a deep crimson wine with intense red berry and mixed spice aromas, balanced by powerful yet supple tannins and vibrant natural acidity.
Product Highlights
- Classic Georgia's Paddock Shiraz from Jasper Hill
- Original Shiraz block planted in 1975
- Natural yeast fermentation and extended skin contact
- Ancient Cambrian basalt soils of Heathcote
- Drinking window references range from 2016-2035, with Jeremy Oliver suggesting 2034-2044
Critic Scores & Reviews
95 points - Jeremy Oliver, tasted January 2015
Jeremy Oliver listed a drinking window of 2034 to 2044, highlighting the long-term ageing potential of this vintage.
94+ points - Wine Advocate, Lisa Perrotti-Brown
Deep garnet-purple in colour, showing black forest cake, prunes, blackberry preserves, anise, sandalwood, baking spice and espresso, with full-bodied opulence, ripe velvety tannins and a harmonious finish.
91 points - Andrew Caillard MW, tasted 8 August 2017
Mineral and almost saline, with blackcurrant, roasted walnut and liquorice notes, a generous palate, cola, dark chocolate and fine loose-knit tannins. Drinking window: 2019-2035.
Tasting Notes
Powerful yet elegant, with well-rounded red and black fruits, layered spice and soft, subtle tannins that extend across the palate. The wine is full-bodied and richly textured, yet remains balanced by Jasper Hill's trademark natural acidity.
Food Pairing
Pair with beef, venison, grilled ribeye, roast lamb, slow-braised short rib or mushroom-rich dishes.
Cellaring Potential
This wine is drinking well now and has the structure to continue developing. Suggested drinking windows vary by critic, with references extending from 2032 to 2044 depending on bottle condition and storage.
About Jasper Hill
Jasper Hill is a pioneering Heathcote estate 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, giving the wines their depth, mineral character and longevity.
Specifications
- Vintage: 2014
- Producer: Jasper Hill
- Wine: Georgia's Paddock Shiraz
- Country: Australia
- Region: Heathcote, Victoria
- Grape Variety: Shiraz
- Alcohol: 15.0%
- Wine Style: Red Wine
- Wine Sweetness: Dry
- Format: 750ml
