{"product_id":"1990-jasper-hill-georgias-paddock-shiraz-750ml-copy","title":"1993 Jasper Hill Georgia's Paddock Shiraz 750ml","description":"\u003ch4\u003e*\u003cspan\u003eMinor Label Damage\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOverview\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eVintage \u0026amp; Winemaking\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature 1993 Heathcote Shiraz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrom Jasper Hill's iconic Georgia's Paddock vineyard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal Shiraz block planted in 1975\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdditional plantings from 1987\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrown under organic conditions with no artificial chemicals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural yeast fermentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtended five to six week skin contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 months in French oak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCritic Scores \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points - Jeremy Oliver\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDrinking window: 2005-2013.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e91 points - Andrew Caillard MW\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDeep colour, with dark chocolate, menthol and graphite notes. Concentrated, peppery and tannic, finishing long and savoury.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep crimson in youth, now expected to show mature crimson and garnet development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Developed redcurrant, sage, walnut, liquorice, earth, blackberry leaf, menthol and cracked pepper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supple and inky, with earthy blackberry, leather, eucalypt, mint, walnut and graphite tobacco notes. Firm tannins and savoury structure carry a tight, mature finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with roast beef, lamb shoulder, venison, slow-braised short ribs, mushroom dishes or aged hard cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCellaring Potential\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a mature old-vintage bottle. Best enjoyed now, with bottle condition, provenance and storage history especially important at this age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout Jasper Hill\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJasper 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProducer: Jasper Hill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWine: Georgia's Paddock Shiraz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage: 1993\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry: Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegion: Heathcote, Victoria\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrape Variety: 100% Shiraz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWine Style: Red Wine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlcohol: 14%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSweetness: Dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaturation: 12 months in French oak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBottle Size: 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Bellevue Cellars | The Cellar Reserve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68246056206571,"sku":"SK27863530","price":208.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/1022\/0779\/files\/117_118_119_1993_Jasper_Hill_Georgia_s_Paddock_Shiraz_Heathcote_750ml_Base_of_Neck__Minor_Label_Damage.jpg?v=1792818819","url":"https:\/\/www.bellevuecellars.com.au\/products\/1990-jasper-hill-georgias-paddock-shiraz-750ml-copy","provider":"Bellevue Cellars | The Cellar Reserve","version":"1.0","type":"link"}