TASTING NOTES FOR Jasper Hill Emily’s Paddock Shiraz Cabernet Franc Heathcote Victoria 2024

🍷 Appearance
Deep crimson to inky purple. Dense and richly coloured, showing classic Heathcote intensity.

👃 Aromas
Complex and lifted, showing blackberry, cassis and dark cherry.
Layers of violet, graphite and leather intertwine with herbal notes, woody spice and a touch of mint, giving aromatic depth and regional character.

👅 Palate
Powerful yet refined, delivering concentrated black and blue fruits with impressive depth.
Shiraz provides richness and drive, while Cabernet Franc adds aromatic lift, structure and finesse, creating a layered, beautifully balanced palate.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Full-bodied with firm, fine-grained tannins and a richly textured mouthfeel.
The finish is long and structured, with lingering dark fruit, spice and a savoury mineral edge.

🍇 Overall Style
A flagship Heathcote red—bold, structured and deeply expressive.
Co-fermented Shiraz and Cabernet Franc deliver both power and elegance, with a strong sense of place and excellent cellaring potential.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with slow-roasted lamb, beef cheeks, venison or chargrilled steak. Also excellent with rich, savoury dishes and aged cheeses.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A serious, cellar-worthy red that delivers depth, complexity and unmistakable Heathcote character.
Perfect for mixed dozens where you want a premium, statement wine—powerful, refined and built to impress now or over the next decade.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷