Jasper Hill Emily's Paddock Shiraz 2022

The Jasper Hill Emily's Paddock Shiraz Cabernet Franc 2022 is a classic and perfumed expression of Emily's Paddock vineyard. With each sip, it unveils a symphony of complex flavors, creating a truly captivating tasting experience. Upon the first swirl, the wine reveals an enticing aroma of flint, entwined with subtle notes of spice and mint. These delicate nuances add layers of intrigue to the bouquet, inviting you to delve deeper into the glass. On the palate, the wine showcases an exquisite array of flavors. The toasty oak presence lends a gentle smoky undertone, harmoniously mingling with the dark and brooding black and blue fruits. The interplay of these flavors creates a captivating depth that keeps you coming back for more. The texture of this wine is truly remarkable. It caresses the palate with soft, velvety tannins that elegantly coat each taste bud. The integration between the tannins and the fruit creates a seamless mouthfeel, enhancing the overall enjoyment of the wine. As the tasting experience unfolds, the wine's great length becomes apparent. While this wine has the potential for fabulous longevity, with patience rewarding the drinker with even more complexity and development, it is equally delightful to indulge in now. The balance of flavors and the impeccable structure make it a pleasure to enjoy in its youthful state.

Wow! Elva’s pick of the six. A classic, perfumed, Emily’s Paddock. Layers of flavour; flint, spice, mint, toasty oak wrapped up in dark and brooding black and blue fruits. Soft, velvety tannins that coat your palate, great length and with fabulous longevity if you can wait, but equally delicious now. 1 by 1 branded cork-taint-free cork sealed, 15.0% alcohol. Emily McNally

Dark, inky and opaque in the glass. Deep, brooding aromas of graphite, ferrous earth, florals, smoked meats, spice and pepper. Full bodied, rich, mouth-filling and multi-faceted. Very pure and dark fruit driven with real depth, presence and purity. The tannins are firm, textured and deliver shape and savouriness and the acidity has brightness and lift. A compelling shiraz, with power and precision. Drink 2023-2038. - Aaron Brasher, The Real Review, 96 points